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Adult Education

Adult Education

Published or Revised October 10, 2024

Welcome to the Paris Junior College Adult Education and Literacy (PJCAEL) program! We invite students to join our diverse range of educational offerings. Whether you're pursuing your High School Equivalency (HSE), improving literacy, learning English as a Second Language (ESL), or seeking Workforce Development programs, we have something for you. Our classes are available both in-person and online (virtual). Information is subject to change, so call or email for verification.

Program Overview

  • HSE Preparation Classes: Prepare for your High School Equivalency (GED) through our comprehensive program.
  • Literacy Courses: Enhance your reading and writing skills.
  • ESL (English as a Second Language) Classes: Improve your English language proficiency.
  • Distance Learning Courses: Access education remotely through online self-paced instruction.
  • Workforce Development IET Programs: Combine education and training for career advancement.
  • Digital Literacy: Work online to improve your digital literacy skills to help in your personal or professional life.

Cost and Commitment

Our grant-funded program ensures that all services are offered at no cost to students. However, commitment to attendance is crucial for achieving educational and career goals. For those interested in Workforce Development classes, scholarships may be available to cover Continuing Education costs leading to industry-approved certifications.

Program Requirements

  • All students must complete baseline and progress tests.
  • Adhere to attendance policy rules and department requirements.
  • Sixteen-year-olds: Must be court-ordered and submit necessary documents during registration.
  • Parents or guardians of 17/18-year-old students: Must be present for signatures during registration.

Locations

We offer Adult Education services across several counties: Lamar, Red River, Hopkins, and Hunt. Here are the current locations:

Paris

  • Registration, Orientation, and Assessment
    • PJC – Workforce Training Center
    • 2505 Clarksville St, Room 1206
    • Various times Monday - Thursday
    • Call 903.782.0467 for more information.
  • HSE Preparation Program (GED, TSIA2 preparation, Employability)
    • PJC Campus, Workforce Training Center Rooms 1103 or 1109
    • 2505 Clarksville St
    • Day and Evening classes
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • PJC Campus, Workforce Training Center Rooms 1103
    • 2400 Clarksville St., Paris
    • Evening classes
       
    • CitySquare
    • 2515 Bonham St
    • Day and Evening classes

Greenville

  • Registration, Orientation, and Assessment
    • PJC - Greenville Center
    • 6500 Monty Stratton Parkway, Room 205
    • Various times Monday - Thursday
    • Call 903.457.8703 for more information.
  • HSE Preparation Program (GED)
    • Raffa Center
    • 2701 Oneal St
    • Day classes
    • Greenville ISD
    • 4004 Moulton St
    • Evening classes
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • Greenville ISD
    • 4004 Moulton St
    • Evening classes

Sulphur Springs

  • Registration, Orientation, and Assessment
    • PJC – Sulphur Springs Center, Room 107
    • 1137 East Loop 301
    • 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: 1:00 pm
    • Call 903.782.0467 for more information
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • CANHelp Building
    • 613 Gilmer Street
    • Evening classes

Quinlan

  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • Quinlan Education Community Center
    • 401 Panther Path
    • Call 903.454.8703 for more information.

Virtual

  • HSE Preparation Program (GED)
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)

 

Published or Revised: October 7, 2024