South Bend Adult Education Programs: Empowering Futures Through Learning
South Bend Adult Education is a subprogram of South Bend's public school system (SBCSC) that aims to educate adults from all backgrounds and assist them in reaching their academic and professional goals. Serving anyone searching to attain their high school diploma, English language lessons, and literacy skills, the program offers a dynamic environment applicable to all.
Locations and Contact Information
Adult education opportunities are spread throughout South Bend and neighboring areas. Here's a compilation of locations and contact details:
- 26 E 2nd St.
- 801 Saint Joseph St.
- 315 E. North St.
- 246 E. Main St.
- Samantha N., 1999 US 31 S.
- 1401 East 144th St.
- 501 W.
- 1200 S. Barr St.
- 501 E Jackson St.
- 750 W. 26th St.
- 1105 N. 19th St.
- 1607 Dowling St.
- 888-349-0250 ext. 1066 Virginia Ave.
- 317-384-1496 ext. 3501 N. First Ave.
- 100 S. Webster St.
- 2415 South Berkley Rd.
- 1100 Elizabeth St.
- 817 Lafayette St.
- 1111 South Jackson St.
- 410 W. Dr.
- 220 N Liberty St.
- 2700 McKinley Ave.
- 6701 Delaware St.
- 10502 East 21st St.
- 4301 S Cowen Rd.
- 2601 S. 14th St.
- 10 S. Montgomery St.
- 812-829-3392, ext. 519 N Lincoln Rd.
- 302 N. 7th St.
- 100 E. Second St.
- 100 E. Second St.
- 4360 N.
- 3206 Sugar Maple Ct.
- 1005 W Rudisill Blvd.
- 55 S. Brown Ave.
- 216 SE Third St.
It is important to note that some locations may be outside of South Bend but offer services to residents of South Bend.
Vincennes University Adult Basic Education Locations
Vincennes University also provides adult basic education at several locations:
- Jasper: 850 College Avenue, Jasper, 47546 (Dubois County). Multiple slots are available. Contact Jamie Gribbins at 812-602-4100.
- Vincennes: 1023 N 4th Street, Zella Young Hall / Room 102, Vincennes, 47591 (Knox County). Multiple slots are available. Contact Jamie Gribbins at 812-602-4100.
- Paoli: 1075 Sandy Hook Rd. Ste 2, Paoli, IN 47454 (Orange County). Multiple slots are available. Contact Jamie Gribbins at 812-602-4100.
- Lawrence: 931 15th St., Bedford, IN 47421 (Mitchell & Bedford). Multiple slots are available. Contact Jamie Gribbins at 812-602-4100.
- Daviess: 200 W Main St.
- 4425 West 300 S.
- 1820 S. Park Rd.
- 1155 S. High School Rd.
- 317-988-7975 (Marion)
- 317-852-3167 ext.
- 315 E. North St.
- 216 SE Third St.
Programs and Services Offered
South Bend Adult Education provides a range of essential programs:
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- High School Diploma Attainment: Assisting adults in completing their high school education.
- English Language Lessons: Providing English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
- Literacy Skills Development: Improving reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- ELL/ESL Classes: English as a learning/second language classes for students.
Notre Dame's Involvement
Notre Dame students can contribute to the program through tutoring, curriculum and career development, and teaching. ND students will work with adult students who are seeking to gain their GED or work on their literacy and math skills that may have been neglected during their childhood education. Population ranges from high school dropouts, immigrants, cognitive and learning disabilities, as well as a wide range of demographics.
The program addresses socioeconomic inequality, neuroscience, disability, and education on a daily basis, and given the dynamic nature of the program itself, the experiences are applicable to anyone.
Tutoring Opportunities
A tutor system between Notre Dame students and the Adult Education students is being established. Commitment is extremely flexible and be on a weekly, biweekly, or even monthly schedule. You will be matched with a classroom and an adult student to help in their academic and career goals throughout the year, culminating in their graduation in the spring!
Unique Tutoring Approach
The idea is for someone to come to the skills class (the very low level readers), and have the student "tell their story" and the tutor will write it as they speak it. Then the student would turn around and read what was written since it was all in their words. The purpose is to help students with fascinating stories to write about them, even if they are not skilled enough to write.
Additional Opportunities
Opportunities for work study, paid internships, academic credit, and AmeriCorps are also available upon further approval and review. There’s a lot of work and help that is needed but also so much room for potential and brainstorming alongside the faculty and teachers. It’s an incredibly rewarding experience that is unconventional in every manner.
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