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Student Registration Steps
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1. March 3 - May 6 we plan to accept new/returning student registration in person on a space available basis. If placement test appointments or classes fill we will close registration. Please call us to see if we are currently accepting registrations at 951-788-7185. You will need to come to the Riverside Adult School Office to register in person. We are located at 6735 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside CA 92506. Our office is open from 8am to 430pm Monday through Thursday and 8am to 230pm on Fridays. Please call ahead to verify as there are school holidays and other school closures that may be occurring. You do not need to bring anything with you to register.
2. At the time of registration you will be scheduled for a placement test called CASAS. This test tells us your reading and/or listening level and helps us place you in class. We hold placement testing on most Tuesdays at 9am and 6pm, and you must have an appointment.
3. Attend your in person testing appointment. You will select your class schedule and indicate whether you would like to attend class in person or online during your testing appointment. You will begin class after you have completed your testing appointment.
English as a Second Language/ESL
ESL courses give English learners opportunities to study and practice English language communications skills, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical thinking. Competency-based courses span seven levels ranging from basic literacy to advanced English language development.
In person ESL classes for beginning, intermediate and advanced level students are offered according to the following schedule:
8:45am - 12:15pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday or
8:45am - 12:15pm Tuesday and Thursday or
5:30pm - 8:00pm Mon & Wed or
5:30pm - 8:00pm Tues & Thurs
In person ESL classes are offered in the afternoon for the following levels:
1:00pm - 3:30pm Monday & Wednesday Intermediate High/Advanced ESL
1:00pm - 3:30pm Tuesday & Thursday Beginning High/Intermediate Low ESL
1:00pm - 3:30pm Tuesday & Thursday Beginning Literacy/Low Beginning ESL
Online classes for ESL are not offered at Riverside Adult School.
GED Preparation/Preparación GED en español
This course prepares adults to take the official GED tests to complete their high school credentials. Areas of study include Reading/Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics. It is suggested that students obtain a Kaplan GED test prep book prior to class starting. This program is designed as a supplement to a student's self study. Teacher's move through the test material in 6-12 week cycles. You may be joining a class that has already begun depending on the time of year you enroll.
In person GED Preparation classes are offered in English according to the following schedule:
GED Preparation - Reading - Language Arts (In person/in English)
8:45am - 12:15pm Monday through Friday
5:30pm - 8:00pm Monday through Thursday
GED Preparation - Math (In person/in English)
8:45am - 12:15pm Monday through Friday
5:30pm - 8:00pm Monday through Thursday
GED Preparation - Science (In person/in English)
8:45am - 12:15pm Monday through Friday
5:30pm - 8:00pm Monday through Thursday
GED Preparation - Social Studies (In person/in English)
8:45am - 12:15pm Monday through Friday
5:30pm - 8:00pm Monday through Thursday
Online Independent Study GED Preparation classes will no longer be offered at Riverside Adult School. GED.com has preparation resources if you would like to prepare for the GED exam independently online.
Preparación GED en español
Este curso prepara a los adultos para tomar los exámenes oficiales de GED para completar sus credenciales de escuela
secundaria. Las áreas de estudio incluyen lectura / artes del lenguaje, estudios sociales, ciencias y matemáticas. Se sugiere
que los estudiantes obtengan un libro de preparación para el examen Kaplan GED antes de que comience la clase. Este programa está diseñado como un complemento del autoaprendizaje del estudiante. El maestro se mueve a través del material de la prueba en ciclos de 4 a 6 semanas. Es posible que se esté uniendo a una clase que ya ha comenzado según la época del año en que se inscriba.
Las clases presenciales de preparación para el GED se ofrecen en español de acuerdo con el siguiente horario:
Preparación para el GED en persona - Todas las materias (en español):
8:45am - 12:15pm de lunes a viernes
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5:30pm - 8:00pm de lunes a jueves
High School Diploma Completion
Students in the high school diploma completion program complete their coursework independently via the Connexus online system and complete course tests online or on campus with a Teacher. The Teacher is available to meet in person for assistance with course work or for students to work in the computer lab during the following days/times by appointment:
Mon-Thurs 8:45am-1:15pm or
Tues - Thurs 4:00pm-7:00pm
Students who are interested in this program should request transcripts from all high schools attended now so that they are ready to be submitted when registration opens. 100 or more credits are required to enter this program.