The Adult Education Center
420 S. Main
Ottawa, Kansas 66067-2345
785.242.6615
785.242.5529 (FAX)
WhitmerR@usd290.org

The Adult Education Center strives to provide educational opportunities to area residents that are not otherwise locally available. A major part of this effort is Adult Basic Education which provides students with training in reading, math, writing, and living skills that will enhance their ability to work and function in society.

Adult Basic Education (ABE)- Prescriptive testing, classes, and special help with learning disabilities are available. Computer and employability skills are taught.

General Educational Development (GED) – The GED test is administered monthly. Diagnosis, classes and preparation materials are available. The Kansas State High School Diploma is issued by the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) upon successful completion of the test battery. The GED testing fee is $68.00; there is no charge for classes and skills testing.

Transitional counseling is provided to students. Counseling includes assistance in identifying aptitudes, interests, and skills; information concerning post-secondary education, careers, and options; and assistance with goal setting.

To qualify for Adult Education services you must meet one of the following conditions. You must not have a high school diploma or must not have successfully completed the GED test battery or you do not have basic reading, writing, or math skills and meet eligibility requirements based on Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) diagnostic testing provided by the Center.

Students must be at least 16 years of age. Students who are under the age of 18 must have a disclaimer and an exemption form from the school district where they reside, even if the last school attended is outside the district.

Interested individuals should contact the Center for placement in an orientation session which includes CASAS testing. ABE and GED classes are offered in six-week sessions held Monday through Friday.

The Center’s hours are Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Six week classes are held 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.or 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., instead of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.

The Center does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals with disabilities, or in any aspect of their operations