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Youth GED Classes
Introduction
The Center for Learning’s Youth GED Program is a test-when-ready program for 16-20 year olds. Students are enrolled through their high school guidance office and attend either a morning or afternoon session. Once a student has met the minimum attendance requirements and demonstrated readiness for the GED test, he or she is referred to the next scheduled exam.
Course Content
Students are instructed in all areas relevant to the GED exam. These include reading comprehension in a variety of subject areas, math, and writing. Classes consist of group instruction as well as individualized lessons. Most of the materials used in class are specifically geared to preparation for the GED exam. In addition, life skills, college searches, and career exploration are incorporated into the curriculum.
Class Schedule
There are two Youth GED classrooms at The Center for Learning. Students are assigned to one or the other, in the morning or afternoon, on a space-available basis. The morning session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The afternoon session begins at noon and ends at 2:30 p.m. Student requests for a particular placement will be honored whenever possible.
Cost
There is no cost to the student for these classes. School districts belonging to the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES buy a certain number of “slots” in the Youth GED Program each academic year. As students test out of the program they are replaced with new students from their own district. Most districts have a waiting list, and enrolled students are expected to make good use of their time while in the program. Students who refuse to engage in GED preparation activities will generally be dropped from the program by their home school so that another student can have a chance.
Meet the Instructors
Jennifer Walters has been teaching since 1997. She has a Master of Arts degree in Secondary Education, English. She has been teaching the Youth GED class at BOCES since 1997. She has been working closely with Sara Moon, her teaching assistant, since 1999.
Lisa Kaartinen has been teaching the Youth GED class at The Center for Learning since 2003. She holds provisional certification in Secondary Education, Social Studies, and is working on her Master of Arts degree in History.
F.A.Q.s
Who is eligible?
Any high school student who is at least 16 years of age may be qualified to enter the Youth GED Program at The Center for Learning. Factors such as the number of high school credits earned or date of birth may affect eligibility. Students should discuss their options with a guidance counselor in order to determine if a GED program is right for them.
What about transportation?
Outlying BOCES districts provide busing. Auburn students must provide their own transportation. The Centro bus makes routine stops at The Center for Learning, Casey Park, and Brogan Manor.
When can I take the GED exam?
The GED exam is offered several times per year at both Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES and Auburn High School. It is also offered at alternate times in neighboring counties (Onondaga, Tompkins, and Cortland). For students with approved GED testing accommodations, individual and small-group tests will be arranged as needed.
A student becomes eligible to sit for the exam by meeting the minimum attendance requirement, attaining a 9th grade reading level, making documented gain in his or her weakest academic subject area, and earning a passing score on the official GED practice test. There is no set timeline for completing these goals; while one student may be ready to test by the time he or she has completed the required 12 hours of instruction, another may be with us for more than one academic year. In general, a student that has worked hard to meet these requirements can expect to test in a reasonable amount of time.
What will I be tested on?
The GED exam consists of five subject tests in Science, Social Studies, Reading, Mathematics, and Writing (which consists of multiple-choice questions and an essay). Proficiency in reading comprehension, essay writing, and basic mathematical concepts are most important for success on the GED exam.
How can I get started?
The first step is to contact your high school guidance counselor. He or she can determine your eligibility, complete the paperwork, and let you know how soon you could begin.
Where can I get more information?
Information regarding any program at The Center for Learning is readily available during business hours. You can contact us by telephone at 315/253-4899, by email at c4learn@cayboces.org or by stopping in at 12 Allen St. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Additional information regarding the GED exam, testing accommodations, and eligibility can be found at the GED website: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ged/
Forms
GED Program Description
Youth Application Instructions 08-09
Youth GED Application 08-09
Form B
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