County Line School

3455 E. Kings Corner Rd.

Oscoda, MI   48750

989-739-1431

Alternative Education

Our Mission

This mission of the Oscoda Alternative Education Program, located at County Line School, is to provide a safe environment in which each student has sufficient opportunity to learn how to take intelligent, ethical action and to accomplish the goals of his\her educational program.

The Alternative Education Program at County Line is designed for students between the ages of 16 and 20, who, for a variety of reasons find it difficult to be successful in the regular high school setting.  We offer an atmosphere of trust, fairness, and respect.   This atmosphere helps students grow academically, socially and emotionally.

Advantages:

• Smaller Class Size

• More one-on-one help

• Individualized study program

• Use of non-traditional teaching methods

• Programs to earn extra credit, such as EDS Testing and Correspondence Courses

Alternative Education Students may attend activities scheduled by Oscoda High School, such as dances and athletic activities.

REGISTRATION is done by referral only.  When a referral has been obtained from your high school counselor or administrator, call the office at County Line School, 739-1431, to schedule an appointment.

Alternative Education Calendar

    Term 1:    August 23, 2001-November 2, 2001

    Term 2:    November 5, 2001-January 8, 2002

    Term 3:    January 21, 2002-March 22, 2002

    Term 4:    March 25, 2002-June 6, 2002    

Community Education Enrichment Classes

Registration will be accepted by mail or at the Community Education Office at County Line School.

For more information about any of the classes, call the Community Education Office, 739-1431 for dates and times.

Preschool Program

The enrichment preschool program is designed for three year old children.  Classes are held at County Line School.  Socialization and cooperation are stressed.  Activities include stories, art, and dramatic play.  Holidays and birthdays are celebrated.  Shot records and health forms are required.  Children must be a minimum of 3 years old on December 1, 2001, and completely toilet trained.

Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Session 1:  September 12, 2001 through October 31, 2001                              $56.00

Session 2:  November 2, 2001 through December 21, 2001                              $56.00

Session 3:  January 9, 2002 through February 27, 2002                                    $56.00

Session 4:  March 1, 2002 through April 26, 2002                                            $56.00

Session 5:  May 1, 2002 through May 24, 2002                                                $32.00

Odyssey Club

Oscoda Community Education is happy to announce the formation of a new travel club called the Odyssey Club.  This year we are offering the following trips:

    3-day trip:  Tuesday through Thursday August 21-23, 2001

                      Toronto--"The Lion King" and "Mama Mia"

    Overnight:  Friday through Saturday December 7-8, 2001

                      Christmas in the Country:

                      Cornwell's Dinner Theater & Battle Creek Festival of Lights

Computer Classes

Computer Introduction:

A hands on computer class for the beginner.  The class will cover Windows 98 and Millennium Edition.    Fee:  $60

    Five Weeks:    September 10 through October 10, 2001

    Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00    County Line School

    Class meets September 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, October 1, 3, 8, & 10

Microsoft Word:

This class will instruct participants in the basic principles of word processing.    Fee:  $60

    Five Weeks:    September 10 through October 10, 2001

    Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00    County Line School

    Class meets September 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, October 1, 3, 8, & 10

Computers for Senior Citizens:

A hands-on computer class geared to the older learner.    Fee:  $60

    Five weeks:  October 15 through November 19, 2001

    Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00    County Line School

    Class meets October 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, November 5, 7, 12, 14, & 19

Excel:

Participants will learn the fundamental use of spreadsheets, charts and graphs.  Learn how to layout and format a spreadsheet, move data, use formulas, and use macros to automate a spreadsheet.  Fee:  $60

    Five weeks:  October 15 through November 19, 2001

    Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00    County Line School

    Class meets October 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, November 5, 7, 12, 14, & 19

EDS Testing

High School seniors lacking credit for graduation may earn credits by passing Educational Diagnostic Service tests.  Each test is worth one-half credit.  One test can be taken during each testing period.  Tests can only be taken once--no retakes.  Tests are available in the following areas:

   Algebra

Drama

Economics

English Comprehension

English Grammar

General Math

Geography

Geometry

Government

Life Science

Practical Use of Math

US History II (1918-present)

World History

Tests will be offered at 3:00-4:30 on each of the following days.  Cost per test is $30.

    Tuesday October 9, 2001                                          Tuesday March 12, 2002

    Tuesday November 13, 2001                                     Tuesday April 16, 2002

    Tuesday February 12, 2002                                        Tuesday May 14, 2002

G. E. D. Prep Class

September 17 through November 29, 2001

    Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays

        9:00 am to 12:00 pm        Church of Christ

                            OR

        5:30-8:30        Richardson Middle School

COST:    $75    Students over 20 years of age

             NO CHARGE for students between the ages of 18 & 20

G. E. D. Testing

Testing Requirements:

• Must be a Michigan Resident for 30 days

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age

• High School class must have graduated

Testing Fee:    $15 per part

Testing Locations:    County Line School

Tuesdays 1:30-4:30 pm                                            Wednesdays & Thursdays

    August 14, 2001                                                        August 15 & 16, 2001     

    September 18, 2001                                                  September 19 & 20, 2001 

    October 16, 2001                                                      October 17 & 18, 2001

    November 27, 2001                                                   November 28 & 29, 2001

    December 11, 2001                                                   December 12 & 13, 2001

    January 22, 2002                                                      January 23 & 24, 2002

    February 19, 2002                                                     February 20 & 21, 2002

    March 19, 2002                                                         March 20 & 21, 2002

    April 23, 2002                                                           April 24 & 25, 2002     

    May 21, 2002                                                            May 22 & 23, 2002

Testing Information:

• The GED Test consists of five parts--writing, Social Studies, Science, Interpreting Literature and the Arts, and Mathematics

• Each testing period you may take as many parts as time allows

• Pre-registration and a $15 deposit is required

• Picture ID is required.  You must bring your Social Security number.

• Minimum score of 40 must be obtained on each part, plus a standard overall average score of 45 must be achieved

• Any part of the test failed my be retaken the next month.  If the test if failed a second time, you must wait for six months for a retake

• Test scores are good for one year

• Certificates are issued by the State of Michigan and take about six weeks

FAMILY SWIM

Sundays:            3:00-4:30 pm                    Cost:  $2 per person        High School Pool

    October 7, 21, November 4, 18, December 2, 2001

    January 13, 27, February 10, 24

    March 10, 24, & April 14, 2002

(One lane will be open for lap swimmers)