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POLICIES

Course Communication

All course communication is sent by email. This includes:

Registration confirmations

Class reminders and updates

Schedule or location changes

Class cancellations

Instructor communications and materials

Instructors may also contact learners directly with course-specific information.

Important Email Requirement

An email address is required for online registration. If you do not provide an email address, you must contact our office directly to register. By choosing not to provide an email address, you acknowledge that you may not receive important course updates or communications from our office.

Staying Informed

Please check your email regularly throughout the semester to ensure you receive timely updates and announcements.

Weather & Emergency Closures

If either RSU 40 or RSU 12 schools are canceled or released early due to inclement weather, Adult Education classes in that district will also be canceled.

If weather conditions worsen later in the day, a decision regarding evening classes will be made by 3:00 PM.

For weather-related updates, please check:

Our website, Our Facebook page, Your Email

Make-Up Classes

If a class is canceled due to weather or instructor illness, the instructor will contact learners regarding any make-up arrangements. 

Changes to Contact Information

It is the learner’s responsibility to notify our office of any changes to:

Email address

Phone number

Outdated contact information may result in missed notifications regarding classes, cancellations, or schedule changes.

Registration Information

Online Registration

Learners may register for most courses online through our registration platform.You will be prompted to create an account to register. 

Phone Registration

Learners may register by phone by calling:

(207) 785-2277 ext. 238

Please note:

Mail-in registrations are not accepted

Cash and checks are not accepted

By-Appointment Registration

Registration appointments may be scheduled during office hours at our Union location.

Office Hours

Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Wait List Policy

If a class is full, you may request to be added to the wait list.

Wait List Procedures

Wait lists are managed on a first-come, first-served basis

Openings are filled in the order learners are added to the wait list

You will be contacted if a seat becomes available

Please do not attend class unless you have received confirmation from our office

General Policies

Age Policy

The minimum age for Adult Education enrichment courses is 18 years old, unless otherwise stated in the course description.

Registration Policy

Registration is required for all courses.

Because class sizes are limited:

Enrollment is handled on a first-come, first-served basis

Early registration is encouraged

We reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment (participants will be refunded).

Course Changes

Course schedules, locations, instructors, formats, and pricing may change due to:

Enrollment levels

Weather conditions

Instructor availability

Other unforeseen circumstances

Participants will be notified of changes as soon as possible.

Materials & Supply Fees

Some courses require additional supplies or materials.

When applicable:

Fees and required materials will be listed in the course description

Supply fees are payable directly to the instructor at the beginning of class

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Full Refunds

A full refund will be issued if:

A course is canceled by Adult 

Education

You cancel your registration at least 7 days before the class start date

Partial Refunds

Cancellations made 1-–2 days before the class start date are eligible for a refund minus a 10% cancellation fee. 

Cancellations made 3–6 days before the class start date are eligible for a refund minus a 5% cancellation fee.

Non-Refundable Situations

Refunds will not be issued:

Within 24 hours of the class start time

After a course has begun

Refund Processing

Please allow 2–4 weeks for refund processing.Refunds are issued back to the original payment method used during registration or may be reserved for a credit for future classes.

Code of Conduct

We are committed to creating welcoming, respectful, and inclusive learning environments for all participants. Disruptive, unsafe, threatening, or disrespectful behavior may result in removal from a course without a refund.

Website Updates & Catalog Changes

We strive to provide accurate and current information in both our printed catalog and on our website. However, changes may occur after publication due to unforeseen circumstances.

Possible changes may include:

Course locations

Dates or times

Course duration or frequency

Instructor assignments

Pricing or fees

We reserve the right to make changes as needed and to determine whether refunds will be issued in such cases.