About Us
About Our School
Adult and Family Education offers students aged 17 and up Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English language classes for non-native speakers of English. Digital literacy is included in all classes.
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- For all levels from non-english speakers to advanced
- Adult Basic Education (ABE)
- Teachers all hold a Colorado Teaching License with Adult Basic Education Authorization
- Adult Secondary Education (ASE)
- Prepares students for the GED/HiSET high school equivalency exams
- College and Career Prep
- Math and Language Arts for students with a diploma who need further instruction to meet program requirements
Adult Education students who live within District 11 boundaries or whose children attend D11 schools, have the option to participate in the Family Literacy program. Children ages 6 weeks through 5th grade attend school with their parent. After a shared learning time, parents attend Adult Education classes while children receive age appropriate literacy instruction.
- Family Literacy
- Parent-And-Child-Together (PACT) Program
- Foster parent literacy improvement leads to economic self sufficiency
- Parent Time supports children's literacy development and success in school
- High quality, age appropriate early learning
- Trained Early Childhood Education Providers
- Parent-And-Child-Together (PACT) Program
Adult and Family Education Overview
We are grateful for and rely on funding through federal, state, and local grants to support one of the largest adult education programs in the state of Colorado. D11 Adult & Family Education is one of the only comprehensive programs in the state that serves students in all these areas:
- Adult Basic Education (K-5 equivalency)
- Adult Secondary Education (6-12 equivalency)
- English Language Acquisition
- Family Literacy (serving children ages birth through 5th grade)
- Adult Career Pathways
- Workforce Readiness
- Classes for refugees throughout El Paso County
The program serves an average of 600-850 students per year, while the Family Literacy program typically serves up to 100 children annually. We have a skilled and dedicated staff that partners with eager adult learners to increase their English, literacy, numeracy, and career advancement skills.
What We Believe
Vision:
We envision an engaged and supportive community of diverse, growth-minded, adult learners that are equipped to fulfill chosen goals which add hope, value, and opportunity to themselves, their families, and our community.
Mission:
To intentionally know our learners and to provide relevant educational opportunities to help them integrate knowledge and skills into unique personal pathways for further education, enhanced career opportunities, greater community connection, and stronger family engagement.
Class Details:
- Registration each semester (use this link to see dates)
- August - December & January - May semesters
- held at the Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus
- Monday & Wednesday - or - Tuesday & Thursday classes
- Morning 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Evening 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- 2 hours homework / week
- June & August Summer School Sessions
Registrations:
New students must attend our registration testing to enroll. The schedule is available here or by calling 719-328-3001.
Program Highlights:
- Small Classes & Individual Learning Plans
- Digital Literacy Integration in all classes
- Career & Education Navigators onsite
- Official GED Testing Center Onsite
- Cap and gown ceremony for GED completers