Looking at college, but haven't done math in years? Want to boost your Accuplacer score? Includes the basics: fractions, percentages, proportions, as well as all applications. Accuplacer or CASAS score of 236 or lower is required.
For more information, please reach out to our Career and College Access Coordinator at 207-892-1819 extension 2193

SMCC 040: Tuesday, 1/14 - 5/6; 7:00 - 8:30pm; FREE
WRAE 040: Open enrollment. Contact Jessica at 892-1819; FREE

Strengthen your understanding of the interconnected relationship between reading and writing for academic purposes. Apply your comprehension of paragraph and essay structure to analyze and produce narrative, compare and contrast, cause and effect, and persuasive writing.

For more information, please reach out to Jessica Trimmer, our Career and College Access Coordinator, at 207-892-1819 extension 2193

SMCC 040 (Accuplacer 430-469 or CASAS 232-238)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1/21 - 5/8; 5:00-7:00pm; In-Person; FREE

SMCC 080 (Accuplacer 470 or higher or CASAS 239 or highter)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1/21-5/8; 2:00-4:00pm; In-Person; FREE

WRAE: Open Enrollment. Contact Jessica at 892-1819; FREE

Focus on the essential skills of a successful college student: study skills, time management, decision-making strategies, financial literacy, career pathways exploration and building writing skills for academic readiness. Accuplacer score of 470 or higher or CASAS score of 239 or higher is required. Fulfills required FIG graduation credit at both CMCC & SMCC.

Monday, 3/10 - 4/28; 5:00-8:00pm; First and last classes are 3/10 & 4/28 from 5-8pm; other classes are asynchronous; FREE

For information on registering for this class, please reach out to our Academic Coordinator, Cathy Giuffre-Renaud, at 207-892-1819 ext.2191 or email at cgiuffre-renaud@rsu14.org 

So, you're on a budget, managing a bank account, and wondering about the next steps in your financial journey. We'll look at the differences between saving and investing, and if you are ready to invest, how to get started. Other topics will include protecting your assets (insurance) advanced budgeting, and understanding the role economics plays in our financial life. Join Steve Kautz, FAME's Financial Education Programs Specialist for this one-hour virtual workshop as you take the next steps into Adulting.

Join us – with College Savings Superstar Alfond Foundation member, Caroline Palmatier! Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings program. While these initiatives offer great benefits, understanding each of their features can sometimes be challenging. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or student, this session will provide you with information to make the most of these valuable resources. Join us to improve your understanding and take steps towards a successful educational future! Presenter: kparsons@famemaine.com

There are many different facets to the student loan program that can be powerful in helping you achieve your financial goals but also can be confusing. If you are struggling with your payments, did you know there are several income-based repayment plans as well as deferment or forbearance? Did you know you could get .25% off your interest rate if you sign up for auto-debit on your federal loans? Do you know you can work towards loan forgiveness now if you work for a non-profit, government or tribal agency? Whether you have recently graduated from college or have been repaying your student loans for a long time, join us to learn how to best manage your student loan repayment. Nikki Vachon, FAME's College Access Counselor shares pro-tips and answers questions.