The length of time students spend on the program is dependent upon their progress. Graduates from Basic Education are eligible to enter the Reading Preparation Program. Reading Preparation Assists students in upgrading their reading skills to levels needed for entrance into other EOC programs. Students with reading levels that range from 5.0 - 9.0 are placed in the appropriate courses. Critical reading and critical thinking skills, vocabulary acquisition, speed building and basic writing are main areas that are stressed.
Instruction is individualized to allow students to progress at their own pace.
Upon completion, students may begin their academic or vocational programs of choice. Students also receive a total of 15 hours of related math instruction per week. English as a Second Language Allows students with limited English proficiency the opportunity to master speaking, listening, and writing skills in English. Students also receive instruction in reading, math, and computer operation. Students progress through the ESL program according to their own learning abilities and time frame.