Youths Succeed Through JAG Program

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April-May 2011
Career
Northwest Indiana
Youths
Succeed
Through
JAG
Program
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Is Your Teen Working
According to
State Labor Laws?
Employers of minors who are 14, 15, 16 or 17 years of age are required by law to post the maximum number of hours
that minors may be permitted to work in each day of the week. The information must be posted in a conspicuous place
or in places where notices are customarily posted. For additional copies of this poster or for further information, please
visit www.in.gov/dol/childlabor.htm.
14 and 15 year olds
• 3 hours per school day
• 8 hours per non-school day
• 18 hours per school week
• 40 hours per non-school week
• No work before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m.
> 14 and 15 year olds may work until 9:00 p.m.
from June 1 to Labor Day
16 year olds
• 8 hours per day
• 9 hours per day*
• 30 hours per week
• 40 hours per school week*
• 48 hours per non-school week*
• No more than 6 working days per week
• No work before 6:00 a.m.
• Until 10:00 p.m. on nights followed by a school day
• Until 12:00 a.m. on nights not followed by a school day*
17 year olds
• 8 hours per day
• 9 hours per day*
• 30 hours per week
• 40 hours per school week*
• 48 hours per non-school week*
• No more than 6 working days per week
• No work before 6:00 a.m. on school days
• Until 10:00 p.m. on nights followed by a school day
• Until 11:30 p.m. on nights followed by a school day, or*
• Until 1:00 a.m. on nights followed by a a school day*
> Minors may not work until 1:00 a.m. on
consecutive nights and not more than
two school nights per week
*Requires written parental permission.
This permission must be on file with employer
at the location where the minor is working.
BreaK reQUIreMenTs For MInors
Workers under the age of 18 must receive one or two
breaks totaling 30 minutes when scheduled to work 6 or
more consecutive hours (e.g. two breaks of 15 minutes
each or one 30 minute break). The employer must maintain a break log for all workers under the age of 18.
WorKInG dUrInG sCHool HoUrs
14 and 15 year olds may not work on a school day
after 7:30 a.m. and before 3:30 p.m. 16 and 17 year
olds may only work during school hours if the employer
has written permission issued by the school that the
minor attends.
WorKInG BeFore 6:00 a.M. or aFTer 10:00 P.M.
Workers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a
co-worker who is at least 18 years of age when working
before 6:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m. in an establishment
that is open to the public.
GradUaTes/WITHdraWn FroM sCHool
16 and 17 year olds who have withdrawn from school
or who have graduated from high school or a high school
equivalency are not subject to the hour restrictions
listed above.
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WorkOne CareerConnect . April/May 2011
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April-May 2011
CareerConnect
Northwest Indiana
4
At-Risk Youths Succeed
in NW Indiana through
JAG Program
6
Customer Service Ratings
Soar at Dyer Nursing Facility
8
WorkOne No-Cost
Workshop Calendar
10
Internships Come
with Added Benefits
11
Tips on Finding a
Summer Internship
12
What to Expect When
Registering with WorkOne
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At-Risk Youths Succeed in
NW Indiana through JAG Program
W
ith thousands of young people
dropping out of school daily,
our average graduation rate
for youth nationwide is 69 percent and with one-third of our nation’s youth
leaving school without a diploma or career
direction, we are compromising their future.
One of the bottom line numbers that brings
the enormity of this problem into focus is
the incarceration rate for dropouts – 68 percent of state prison inmates are high school
dropouts.
Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is
a national program established in 1980 to
assist states in creating dropout prevention, dropout recovery, and school-to-career transitions programs at a state level. Currently JAG is in 29 states and the District
of Columbia and is considered one of the
top six youth development and employment
models in the nation. Students at East Chicago Central are fortunate to have the JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) program
implemented at their school. It is considered one of the top programs of its kind in the nation.
The primary problem
for at-risk students is
unemployment because
they don’t possess the skills
they need for employment
and lack opportunities for
gaining those skills. Goals of JAG
JAG’s main goal is for participants to complete their diploma or GED with students
receiving basic skills assessment and remediation where needed. The second goal
is the attainment of employability skills. The
primary problem for at-risk students is unemployment because they don’t possess
the skills they need for employment and
lack opportunities for gaining those skills. page 4
JAG teaches these skills and provides opportunities for students to practice the skills
needed to enter the job market. The third
goal is to help JAG graduates with post-secondary education transition or employment
after graduation, as well as provide them 12
months of follow up services.
dents in classes, earning students one
credit per marking period they are enrolled.
Statewide and Regional JAG
JAG Indiana was implemented in the Fall
of 2006, with the multi-year program targeting
at-risk high school juniors and seniors. Since
its inception, JAG Indiana has grown, and
currently In Lake County, there are five high
schools in the JAG program: Gary Roosevelt,
Gary Lew Wallace, Gary West Side, East Chicago Central, and Hammond High. JAG is
steadily expanding in this region to allow opportunities for other students who may be in
need of the services JAG provides.
Mentoring
Specialists provide contact hours and attention
to students to overcome barriers that stand in
the way of personal and academic success.
Classroom Instruction
JAG Specialists provide instruction to stu-
Employability Skills
The curriculum equips participants with a minimum of 37 employability competencies and
career exploration and training opportunities.
Guidance and Support
Specialists provide guidance as students
make career and life decisions; connect
participants to other services in the community as needed.
Business partnerships are also an essential
component of JAG because they provide access to expertise and resources that are critical
in preparing students for successful careers.
Q&A with Jennifer Quirk, Youth
Coordinator at WorkOne La Porte
How many kids are enrolled overall in the
region’s JAG program this school year?
Hammond High School - 41 students
East Chicago Central - 40 students
Gary Lew Wallace - 77 students
Gary Roosevelt - 40 students
Gary West Side - 39 students
What grades are included in the program?
Juniors and seniors.
What are some of the obstacles these
kids faced before getting into the JAG
program?
They are at risk of dropping out due to
various factors, for instance – lacking credits needed to reach graduation, basic skills
deficient, excessive absenteeism, parents
who did not graduate from high school, ineffective parenting, homelessness, foster care
situation, convicted of a criminal offense,
emotional disorder, and disability Several
students have multiple barriers. At Hammond High School, for example, the average
barriers per student are approximately 11.
What does a typical week look like within
the regional program?
The students attend JAG class during
school hours where they learn JAG competencies, including workplace soft skills,
resume and interviewing techniques and
job searching strategies. Classrooms host
guest speakers from businesses and colleges. Work One staff members visit class
frequently to present topics such as labor
market information, employer expectations
and to deliver the WorkReady Certificate
DONTé Brown
JAG Student Profile
program workshops. The students also
participate in the Career Association, which
is a group of student elected officers who
plan and organize community service activities and fundraising events.
What are some of the benefits for a student
going through the program?
The activities the students participate in
during the program allow them to become
workplace and college ready and more connected to the workforce. They also provide
leadership skills and develop the ability to
work as a team as well as increase selfesteem and develop a sense of community
responsibility. The students can also participate in internships, job shadowing, mentorships and work experiences. This can provide hands on experience, networking with
community and workforce associates, and
possible income.
What kind of activities did the JAG students
participate in this past year, and how
did those activities contribute to their
program experience?
The students participated in a coat drive
and a haircut event. They attended field trips
to Camp Tecumseh and college tours. Students also organized an initiation ceremony
for the installation of the Career Association
Officers which included a JAG student-created rap and a drill team performance. The
activities provide the benefits listed above as
well as providing fun and a sense of belonging, which helps encourage the students to
come to school each day--all which helps
prevent them from wanting to drop out.
Not letting his
rough childhood
affect his future!
Donté Brown is a 12th grade student at East Chicago Central. He
is the second son born to Denver
Brown and the late Katherine Love.
Since his mother’s unexpected passing last school year, Donté vowed
to do the best he could in school.
Since joining JAG during the 20102011 school year, he increased his
GPA from a 1.50 to a 2.0. He is the
vice president and active member
of the school’s JAG program. Donté
does whatever is asked of him effectively and efficiently. He is a student
who has had a rough childhood but
he is not letting his childhood affect
his future. Instead, he is allowing his
past to be his motivation, while he
maintains a 2.0 GPA and remains
eligible for the varsity basketball
team. Donte’ is a fine example of
how young men can be a role model to others and change their lives
around for the good!
Donté plans to attend Iowa State
University this fall.
on the cover
East Chicago Central students Corey
Larkins and Tyla Miller share thoughts
on an assignment for their JAG
program.
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Employees, amenities both contribute to high survey satisfaction marks
D
yer Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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Clinical services at Dyer Nursing include:
n Physical, occupational,
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n Wound care
n Pulmonary disorders
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Employees also play a valuable role in
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“There are many reasons why someone
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Laurie Kuiken, Human Resources Director,
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Kuiken said that Dyer Nursing also encourages employees to pursue professional
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The quality of employees and their work
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on a regular basis.
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“We strive to make everyone’s stay with us a
very pleasant and positive experience. The
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Superior amenities, outstanding employees, and a wide variety of services add up
to make Dyer Nursing a leader in their field.
By Bob Moulesong
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IV / Infusion Therapy
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Psychiatrist
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219-322-2273
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THE MORE WE CARE,
the more beautiful life becomes.
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&
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REHAB to HOME
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Sheffield Manor Assisted Living
Special Ammenities
• Arts & Crafts Room
• Beauty/Barber Salon
• Enclosed Patio Terrace
• General Store
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• Ice Cream Parlor
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10:30 - 12:00
THU Work Place Effectiveness
2:00 - 3:30
FRI Job Club (For Work Ready Clients) 9:00 - 10:30
RensSelaer
1:15 - 2:45
Computer Basics
2:45 - 4:00
12 Successful Work Habits
1:15 - 2:30
Job Club
2:45 - 4:00
1:15 - 2:30
2:45 - 4:00
26 Job Club
10:00 - 11:15
1:15 - 2:30
2:30 - 4:00
Valparaiso
MAY 4Practical Business Etiquette
6 WorkKeys
9 Interviewing Preperation
Workplace Effectiveness 12 Basic Computers
13 JobClub
20 WorkKeys
26 Basic Computers
27 Job Club
1:00 - 2:00
2:30 - 3:30
9:00 - 10:30
1:00 - 4 :00
10:00 - 11:00
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2:30 - 3:30
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10:00 - 11:30
1:00 - 2:00
2:30 - 3:30
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:0
Winamac
MAY 4 Effective Communication Skills Interview Preparation
Computer Basics
1:15 - 2:30
2:30 - 4:00
1:15 - 2:30
2:45 - 4:00
1:15 - 2:30
2:45 - 4:00
1:15 - 2:30
2:45 - 4:00
To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com
Find a complete listing of WorkOne sites on the back of this Career Connect issue.
page 9
Internships come with
added benefits
W
ith the current state of the
economy, finding work can
be challenging, especially if
you don’t have experience.
Internships could provide the valuable work
experience and other added benefits for
college students and people considering a
career change.
n Gain valuable “work” experience.
Although a first-time job seeker isn’t as
desirable of a candidate as an experienced candidate, many employers will
consider mentoring and training an intern
to give them the experience they would
need to land a job.
n Gain an edge in the job market. Many
times, and depending on the industry, an
internship is the only way a person can
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get work experience. Plus, an internship
can set you apart from the other applicants, so don’t forget to include it on your
resume!
n It’s a means for transitioning into a
job. Some employers view an intern as
a prospective employee. Many people
finishing up their internships are asked
to come back after another school year
or are offered full-time positions, if they
proved themselves and performed well.
n Allows you to decide if it’s the right
career or industry for you. Not quite
sure if it’s the right career for you? What
a perfect opportunity to test the waters in
the short term!
n Provides networking opportunities.
Internships will allow you to meet people
in your field or connect with folks in the industry you’re trying to break into. It’s also
another way to capture references from
people in your chosen industry.
n Lets you apply classroom knowledge.
Not only can an internship be viewed as
the added value to your undergraduate education or training, it gives you a
chance to use what you’ve learned in the
classroom and prove the value of your
credentials.
n Gain confidence. The more experience
you have, the better your confidence.
Your resume becomes a bit more impressive depending on experience gained
from an internship, which in turn gives
you more confidence in securing the job
you want!
Tips on finding a
summer internship
I
t’s that time. A time when teens, both
high school and college, begin considering internship opportunities. Summer
internships are a unique prospect for a
young person to gain valuable work experience before they head out to into the real
world job market.
In today’s economy, when even the experienced professional faces difficulty in securing
full-time permanent employment, the young
person seeking out a summer internship will
need to work a bit harder in finding the reasonable match when it comes to the job.
Follow these tips when
searching for your internship
Know what you’re interested in
You’re not deciding on a life-long career,
but knowing the industries you’re interested
in can help narrow your search.
Determine if you’ll ask for a paid or unpaid internship. Some companies may offer a small stipend during the internship,
however, keep in mind that there are others
willing to take an ‘unpaid’ internship, so they
can gain the experience and get a leg up
on the competition for a permanent position
within that company.
Don’t wait
Many times, internships begin in June, so
get moving on making contacts.
Start with those you know. Don’t be shy
to pick up the phone and call an uncle or
an aunt, family friend, or a former teacher
who might be able to put you in touch with
a potential employer. Let them know you’re
looking for an internship and would appreciate them keeping their ears open for you.
Visit the web sites of companies that interest you, followed by sending a letter to the
person in charge of the department you’re
interested in working for. Consider this a
time to bypass the HR department. The letter
should explain your interest in that particular
department. Clearly state that you would like
to intern for them, that you’ll work for free (if
you will), and that you’re available immediately on a part-time basis. Follow up with a
phone call—an enthusiastic phone call!
Visit the career center at your school
It’s not just for graduates. Many times they
have a listing of internships in the area or
within a certain industry.
Have a resume ready
Don’t fret if you don’t have a solid list of
employers, in which case be sure to list any
school, community, and volunteer activities
you’ve been engaged in, while highlighting
the leadership roles you held.
Need help putting together a resume? Visit
your local WorkOne for free assistance. See
back panel of this publication for a location
near you or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com.
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What to expect when
registering with WorkOne
Come see us to
n Assess your skills
n Upgrade your skills
Then find
the best job
to match
those skills!
All WorkOne offices are open Monday
through Friday, with hours varying each day.
Take a look at the back of this publication for
a complete listing of locations and hours.
WorkOne centers are busiest on Monday
and Tuesday. Lunch times are often very
busy as well, so if you would like to avoid a
wait, your best bet is later in the week and/
or later in the day.
Because we cannot control how many
people walk in on any particular day, sometimes you may experience long wait times.
And even though we don’t know how long
each visit will take, we do our best to ensure
everyone is seen in a timely manner.
Here’s what you can expect when
registering with WorkOne:
On your first visit at a Northwest Indiana
WorkOne center, you will meet with a staff
professional who will ask you a few brief
questions to determine what brought you
there. You’ll then be introduced to a WorkOne
Assessment Team Member.
Your assessment will begin, with the
Assessment Team Member, verifying your
name, social security number, date of birth,
and a check to see if you have current information on file.
The Assessment Team Member will
explain to you that another 45-60 minutes
of your time will be spent finishing the
enrollment and assessment portion of the
WorkOne registration process.
A customer account will be set up for you
in KeyTrain: the WorkOne self-assessment
tool. This is completed on a computer,
with assistance by the Assessment Team
Member to get you started.
In the skills review portion of the assessment, the Assessment Team Member will
ask you a series of questions that might
include the following:
n What brought you to the WorkOne?
n What are your goals?
n What is your work history?
n What are the barriers to skills
and employment?
n What is your education level?
Upon completing the assessment, the
Assessment Team Member will review your
assessment results and you will receive a
print-out of your newly created WorkOne
client file.
That concludes the WorkOne registration
process.
Next, you will be referred to a Solutions
Team Member who will work with you and
provide a plan to help you achieve your employment and/or educational goals, while
making sure you work towards obtaining a
Work Ready Certificate. The Work Ready
Certificate will provide prospective employers with a confirmation that you are proficient
in several fundamental areas and ready to
become one of their employees.
Things to bring when you come to register: pencil/pen, paper, calendar, social security card and photo I.D., reading material
in case you have to wait, and a current resume. Don’t have a resume? No problem—
at WorkOne they can help you update or put
one together.
See back panel of this publication for
WorkOne locations and operating hours.
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in Transition and
Employers Seeking
Motivated Professionals
NORTHWEST INDIANA
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NIPN allows individuals an opportunity to come
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Job Fair open to the Public
Noon to 4pm
Networking with others at the NIPN meetings,
allows you to share ideas, concerns, and successes
experienced through your job or career search
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From sharing job leads to offering encouragement
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to have been an essential tool in their job search.
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Northwest Indiana is home to over 30
adult education and learning sites
Northwest Indiana
Adult Learning Sites
And they
provide
FREE
classes!
Many area
adult education
programs can
help you:
n Brush up on basic math, reading and writing skills before registering for college
n Prepare you for the G.E.D. exam
n Strengthen your English language skills and adapt to
practical everyday situation in the U.S.
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Addresses basic skill needs; e.g., reading, writing, language and math.
Adult Secondary Credit (ASC)
Provides the opportunity for those who didn’t finish high school to return as adults and
complete credits toward a regular high school diploma.
General Educational Development (GED) Preparation
Prepares the student to pass the exam for the GED diploma—the equivalent to a
credential for high school completion. The actual GED testing is only offered at a few sites.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Provides English language instruction to non-English speaking adults along with
practical skills for everyday personal, social, and working situations.
*Note: Many adult education locations may require an annual $20.00 administrative fee
to cover books, materials, and/or supplies, however instruction is free.
page 14
Jasper County
Jasper County Adult Learning Center
First Reformed Church
9991 W. 1200 N., Demotte, IN 46310
(219) 863-9145
Tues. & Thurs. – 8:30 am to 11:30 am
ABE, GED, ESL
Jasper County Adult Learning Center
Drexel Hall
1027 S. College Ave., Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 863-8591
Mon. & Wed. – 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs. – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Lake County
Crown Point Adult Learning Center
Centier Bank Building
109 E. Joliet, Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 663-5465
Mon. & Wed. – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs. – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
Lowell Adult Learning Center
Lowell Community Center
151 N. Fremont, Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-6777
Mon/Wed/Thurs – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Tues. – 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
School City of Whiting Adult ESL Program
Nathan Hale Elementary
1831 Oliver St., Whiting, IN 46394
Contact: Dr. Sandra Martinez at 219-659-0656
[email protected]
Tues. and Thurs. – 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Hobart Adult Learning Center
Hobart Public Library
100 Main St., Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-2243 ext.317
Tues. – 12:00 to 4:00 pm
Mon. & Wed. – 12:00 to 8:00 pm
ESL—Tues/ & Thurs. – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Tri-Town Adult Learning Center
1515 Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-6700
Tues/Wed/Thurs – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs. – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
Northwest Indiana Adult Learning Sites - continued
Hammond Area Career Center
5727 Sohl Ave., Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2419
Mon thru Thurs. ESL – 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mon. thru Fri. GED – 8:30 am to 2:30 pm
Mon. thru Thurs. ESL/GED – 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Saturday Citizenship/Naturalization – 9 am to Noon
GED Testing conducted twice monthly.
Part I on Tuesday and Part II following Tuesday
Test time: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
WorkOne
3522 Village Court
(219) 981-4100
Tues. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Calumet Twp. Trustee
485 Broadway
(219) 883-0574
Mon. & Wed. – 9:00 am to Noon
Lake Ridge Schools
6111 W. Ridge Rd., Gary, IN
(219) 838-1819 or (219) 989-7816
Mon. thru Fri. – 9:00 am to Noon
and 1:00 to 4:00 pm
GED, ABE, ASC, ESL
La Porte County
Merrillville High School
276 E. 68th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
GED Prep. Program (ABE)
Mon. thru Thurs. – 6 to 8:30 pm
Jan. 19 thru Mar. 23
Apr. 12 thru June 14
July 5 thru Sept. 2
Sept. 27 thru Nov. 30
GED Testing
Twice Monthly – Mon. & Tues.
4:45 pm to 9:00 pm
Dates available at www.mvsc.k12.in.us/adulted
Adult Secondary Credit (ASE)
Mon. thru Thurs. – 3:45 to 9:10 pm
Aug. 30 thru Dec. 21, 2011 To be Determined
Gary City-Wide GED Sites
Gary Area Career Center
1800 East 35th Ave.
(219) 963-2085
Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Also offers Adult Secondary Credit (ASC)
classes Mon. thru Fri. – 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Carter G. Woodson Library
501 S. Lake St.
(219) 938-3941
Mon. & Wed. – Noon to 3:00 pm
Salvation Army
1351 West 11th Ave.
(219) 882-9377
Tues/Thurs – 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Cisco Academy
(Delaney Community)
831-833 West 21st Ave.
Mon. thru Fri. – 8:30 am to 2:30 pm
Thurs. 10:00 am to Noon
Gary Area Career Center
Ivy Tech Community College
1440 East 35th Ave., Room 207
(219) 962-2025
Tues. & Thurs. – 9:00 am to Noon
Valparaiso Adult Learning Center
Walt’s Place - Hilltop Too
554 Locust Street - Valparaiso, IN
ABE, GED, ESL
Mon. & Wed. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Portage Youth Learning Center
5391 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368
(219) 762-6113
GED Prep. Program (ABE) Mon. thru Thurs.
Portage Adult Learning Center (18 and older)
9:00 am - 3:00 pm & 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
LaPorte High School
602 F Street, LaPorte, IN 46350
Max Miller ([email protected])
Paul Lindeman ([email protected])
(219) 362-3102
Adult Secondary Credit Classes (ASC)
Mon. thru Thurs. – 4 to 7:00 pm
Michigan City WorkOne
344 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 872-5575
(18+) Mon. thru Fri. – 8:00 to 11:00 am
and Noon to 3:00 pm
Michigan City Public Library
100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-3043 Call for specific days and hours)
Individualized tutoring services include GED
preparation, Adult Basic Education (ABE), and
English as a Second Language (ESL)
A.K. Smith Career Center
817 Lafayette St., Michigan City, IN 46360
16 & 17 year olds, Mon. thru Fri. – 9 to 11 am
and Noon to 3:00 pm
18+ year olds, Mon/Tues/Wed – 3:30 to 7:00 pm
LaPorte WorkOne
300 Legacy Plaza West, LaPorte, IN 46350
(219) 362-2175
Mon/Tues – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wed/Thurs – Noon to 8:00 pm
Friday – 9:00 am to Noon
PORTER County
Chesterton Adult Learning Center
Westchester Library
100 West Indiana St., Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 921-0567
Mon. & Wed. – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Tues/Wed/Thurs – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
Valparaiso Adult Learning Center
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
505 Bullseye Lake Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383
(219) 462-4230
Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs – 8:30 am to 2:30 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
Mon. & Wed. – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Portage Youth Learning Center (16 & 17 yrs old)
Mon. & Wed. 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs 9:00 am to 12:00 pm & 12:30 pm
to 3:00 pm
CAPABLE Family Literacy Program
Mon. thru Thurs. 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
(219) 762-6113
(Free Childcare, and Transportation
to Portage Twp Residents.)
Official GED Testing Center
Twice Monthly - Wed. & Thurs.
Daytime testing: 8:00 am to Noon
Evening testing: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Dates available at www.portage.k12.in.us
(Click on Portage Adult Education Link)
Portage Adult High School
(Adult Secondary Credit-ASC)
Mon. thru Thurs. – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Aug. 30 thru May 10
Pulaski County
Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center-Winamac
Pulaski Co. Public Library
121 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46991
(574) 242-0131
Tues. & Thurs. – 9:00 am to Noon
ABE, GED, ESL
Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center
Center—Pulaski Co. Annex
125 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46991
(574) 242-0131
Mon. & Wed. – 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
ABE, GED, ESL
Starke County
Starke County. Adult Learning Center
WorkOne
6 North Shield St., Knox, IN 46534
(574) 249-8720
Each Mon. & every other Fri. – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tues. & Thurs. 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Wed. 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
page 15
Where Job Seekers &
Employers Meet
For all your employment and training needs contact one of the WorkOne centers now!
WorkOne Crown Point
1166 N. Main Street • Crown Point, IN
219-661-8985 Fax: 219-661-8916
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
WorkOne East Chicago
WorkOne Gary
3522 Village Circle • Gary, IN
4818 Indianapolis Boulevard • East Chicago, IN
219-981-1520 or 981-4100 Fax: 219-981-4121
219-398-2601 Fax: 219-392-8637
Hours of operation:
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
Wed - 10:00am - 4:30pm
WorkOne Hammond
5265 Hohman Avenue • Hammond, IN
219-933-8332 Fax: 219-933-8370
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tue, Thurs & Fri - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Wed - 10:00am – 4:30pm
WorkOne Knox
WorkOne LaPorte
WorkOne Michigan City
WorkOne Morocco
53 W. Lake Street • Knox, IN
574-772-6882 Fax: 574-772-6899
Hours of operation:
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
Sagamore Center • 300 Legacy Plaza West
LaPorte, Indiana 46350-5876
219-362-2175 Fax: 219-362-1198
Hours of operation:
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
344 Dunes Plaza • Michigan City, IN
219-872-5575 Fax: 219-873-3226
Hours of operation:
Wed - 10:00am – 4:30pm
4117 S. 240 West, Ste. 400 • Morocco, IN
800-661-2258 Fax: 219-285-2213
Hours of operation:
Mon, Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
WorkOne Portage
WorkOne Rensselaer
WorkOne Valparaiso
WorkOne Winamac
Ameriplex Commercial Park
1575 Adler Circle, Ste. A • Portage, IN
219-762-6592 Fax: 219-762-1052
Hours of operation:
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
116 N. Van Rensselaer Street • Rensselaer, IN
219-866-4330 Fax: 219-866-2746
Hours of operation:
Thurs - 10:00am – 4:30pm
Eastport Centre • 3100 Ivy Tech Drive
Valparaiso, IN
219-476-4764 Fax: 219-476-4760
Hours of operation:
Wed - 10:00am – 4:30pm
123 N. Market Street, Ste. 2 • Winamac, IN
574-946-6300 Fax: 574-946-3628
Hours of operation:
Tues & Wed - 8:00am – 4:30pm
Oversight of Region 1 WorkOne System is provided
by the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board

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