As a new student, we're happy to answer all of your questions.
When you come to your first appointment, be sure to:
Bring your identification (license, state ID, passport, etc.)
Have your Social Security Number with you
Name of previous school that you attended (and address, if possible)
Plan to work with us approximately 2 hours for intake, assessment and setting up your plan.
Some Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions? We have answers.
⬅️ Click on the document to the left to see some of our regularly asked questions.
Do you still have more questions?
Feel free to call our office at 207-368-3290 or email our director at snowinski@rsu19.net.
Let's Compare ... Diploma vs. HiSET or GED?
To receive your diploma through our program, you will need to complete 20 credits which include:
4 English credits
3 Math credits
2 Science credits
2 History credits (must include 1 U.S. History credit)
1 Computer Proficiency credit
1 Career Technical/Job Skills credit
1/2 Capstone Presentation & Portfolio credit
6 1/2 Elective credits (these could easily be more English, Writing, Math or History classes)
PLUS you MUST meet a majority of the CCRS (Career and College Readiness Standards) as set forth by the State of Maine Department of Education.
Some classes are online and some are in-person. All of our classes are small and have less than 5 students per class. We also offer Learning Labs where you can come in to work on your classwork and ask questions and receive help from our instructors as needed.
The HiSET (High School Equivalency Test), formerly known as GED, is a set of tests in the following subject areas:
English Language Arts, Reading
Social Studies
Science
Math
English Language Arts, Writing
This method may be a better fit for some students, but it is not the best route for every student. We will help you determine which direction you should go during the intake, initial CASAS assessment, meeting with our Academic Advisor and creating your ILP (Individualized Learning Plan).
Are you ready to get started?
Let's follow the steps below and get you into your classes.
This is required for any class or workshop you wish to participate and will be completed on your first visit to our program.
(This is not set up to transfer to us electronically due to confidentiality.)
Please fill out this survey so that we can get to know you better and find the best type of program for you.
Your social security number is required to enter the academic programs and is used only for data matching purposes. Please bring yours with you.
If you are under 18 years old, your parent or guardian will have to sign this form.
CASAS testing is required to determine your reading and math levels and also to help us place you with the right instructor to ensure that you are successful in your goals.
Once you are finished your program, you will also need to take another CASAS test to show your growth.
If you are planning to work on your high school diploma route, credit by credit, we will need your previous school's transcript.
Every student under 18 years old is required to have his/her parent/guardian sign for their admittance into the RSU 19 Adult Education Program.
Go to https://calendly.com/rsu19ae/my-appointment-with-ae to find a time that works for you to schedule an appointment with our Director.
FYI: You will receive a Redirect Notice because you will be going out of this website.
Each student is required to enter under a contract
RSU 19 provides devices, networks and Internet access to support the educational mission of the schools and to enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students. The Board believes that the resources available through the Internet are of significant value in the learning process and preparing students for future success.
All students are required to sign this agreement before using computers within our program.
What's an ILP?
An ILP is your Individual Learning Plan. This is your opportunity to help create your academic plan of action that works best for you. You will need to meet with our Academic Advisor to discuss your plans.
WOWI (World of Work Inventory) is an assessment that helps guide you to the career that fits you best. This can be done individually on your own time. Click on the link to get started using the username and password provided during your Intake appointment.