Business and Community Education, August 2015

Alliance AreaAdult EducationBlessings & BedcoversBob Ross Painting Introduction to Familysearch.orgQuilts That Settled the WestStart-Up Business Basics

Bridgeport AreaEnglish Language Acquisition

Chadron AreaAdult Education Basic Computer Bob Ross PaintingIntroduction to Facebook for Businesses Intermediate Facebook for Businesses Facebook and Beyond to Market Your BusinessGED Testing

Hyannis AreaGenealogy

Kimball AreaAdult Education (starting September 1)Facebook for BusinessFacebook & Beyond to Market Your BusinessIntermediate Facebook for Business

Mitchell AreaCoder DojoRustic Autumn Pumpkin

Oshkosh/Sidney AreaAdult EducationAmish Quilts English Language AcquisitionQuilt Making Through the Ages:

Keeping the Tradition Alive

Scottsbluff/Gering AreaAdult EducationAstronomy CampBasic Nursing AssistantBeginning CrochetBob Ross PaintingCelebrate WNCC 2015 Youth Art ContestCommunicating with People Who Drive Us Crazy

Construction Contractors TaxCountry Western DanceCPR/First AidDigital Camera 1English Language AcquisitionExcel 2Fun & Fancy Dough SculpturesGather Up the Fragments ... Civil War QuiltsGED TestingGuitarIntroduction to the InternetMedicaition AidePaper QuillingPowerPoint 1QuickBooks™Quilts That Settled the WestRapid SpanishRobotics Sales & Use TaxStrategy GamesWhere’s the Money Going in my Small Business? Windows 8Word 1

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Alliance Area308.763.2002

Adult Education (Gordon, NE)See page 9 for more information.

Introduction to Familysearch.orgParticipants learn how to chart their family pedigree using Familysearch.org. In addition, they learn how to attach documents with the click of their mouse and gain an understanding of the worldwide indexing efforts. They also learn how this can help in their research. Participants just need to bring the names, birth dates, and birth places of their past two generations. This becomes a document on the free Familysearch.org website that can be accessed anytime at no cost.Date: Aug 20Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE!Location: WNCC Alliance Campus, Rooms 015/017

Bob Ross PaintingBob Ross believed that everyone who wanted to paint, could paint like a natural with the right tools and a little encouragement. Students experience the joy and confidence of painting a beautiful landscape using the Ross wet on wet technique.Date: Aug 21 or Sep 25Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $60 per classLocation: Knight Museum Gallery, Alliance

Blessings & BedcoversThe slide and trunk show encompasses 200 years of quilt history as Jeananne shares poignant stories of the quilts in her collection. Each quilt is accompanied by a Bible verse, and the program is filled with humor and wisdom. TRUNK SHOW: Students may bring their old quilts. Jeananne discusses the age, patterns, fabrics, and answer any questions.

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Date: Sep 16Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $15 (or $25 for both quilt classes)Location: Alliance Learning Center, Community Rooms A & B

Quilts that Settled the WestStudents examine quilts made from 1840 - 1870 and trace the westward movement of our country, focusing on the Oregon Trail as a conduit for travel and trade. The Oregon Trail is discussed in context with authentic quilts and their stories. TRUNK SHOW: Students may bring old quilts. Jeananne discusses the age, patterns, fabrics, and answers any questions. Date: Sep 16Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.Cost: $15 (or $25 for both quilt classes)Location: Alliance Learning Center, Community Rooms A & B

Start-Up Business BasicsClass description coming soon. Date: Oct 28Time: 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. (lunch provided)Cost: FREE!Location: Knight Museum, Alliance

Bridgeport Area308.262.1454

English Language AcquisitionSee page 9 for more information.

Chadron Area308.763.2002

Adult Education & GED TestingSee page 9 for more information.

Bob Ross PaintingBob Ross believed that everyone who wanted to paint, could paint like a natural with the right tools and a little encouragement. Students experience the joy and confidence of painting a beautiful landscape using the Ross wet on wet technique. This class is for beginners and experienced artists. With a little desire and some practice, students can learn a few basic techniques. Students must bring a roll of paper towels. All other materials supplied.Date: Sep 5Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $60Location: Chadron State College, Burkhiser Building, Room 147

Introduction to Facebook for BusinessThis class is for Facebook beginners and those who have not yet set up a Facebook business account. Class time is used to set up accounts. Participants learn how to create, maintain, and update a Facebook page for business purposes. Students review how to leverage social networking to tap into the social circles of customers. Participants must have an email account and know their password.Date: Sep 21 & 23Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.Price: $30Location: Chadron State College, Burkhiser Technology Complex

Intermediate Facebook for BusinessParticipants learn to engage potential customers, expanding their reach. In addition, they learn how to use content and advertising strategies on Facebook to generate leads and increase sales.Dates: Sep 28 & 30Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.Price: $30Location: Chadron State College Burkhiser Technology Complex

Facebook & Beyond to Market Your BusinessParticipants learn about other social media mediums and how to implement them into their current Facebook business page. In addition, several other marketing options and social media medium are covered. Students learn which social media channel best serves their business and audience/customers.

Dates: Oct 5 & 7Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.Price: $30Location: Chadron State College, Burkhiser Technology Complex

Hyannis Area308.763.2002

GenealogyWNCC is offering an open genealogy class every Wednesday at the Hyannis Public Library. Two genealogy consultants with access to Ancestry.com help research and chart family trees. Participants may drop in anytime between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. and learn from the experts how to research and document their family tree.Date: OngoingDays: WTime: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.Cost: FREE!Location: Hyannis Public Library

Kimball Area308.635.6769

Adult EducationSee page 9 for more information.

Facebook for Business This class is for Facebook beginners and those who have not yet set up a Facebook business account. Class time is used to set up accounts. Students learn how to create, maintain, and update a Facebook page for business purposes. Students review how to leverage social networking to tap into the social circles of customers. Participants must have an email account and know their password.

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Dates: Oct 12 & 14Times: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.Cost: $20 Location: Kimball Library

Intermediate Facebook for BusinessParticipants learn to engage potential customers, expanding their reach. In addition, they learn how to use content and advertising strategies on Facebook to generate leads and increase sales. Dates: Oct 19 & 21 Times: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $20 Location: Kimball Library

Facebook and Beyond to Market Your Business Participants learn about other social media mediums and how to implement them into their current Facebook business page. In addition, several other marketing options and social media medium are covered. Students learn which social media channel best serves their business and audience/customers.Dates: Oct 26 & 28 Times: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $20 Location: Kimball Library

Location: Inventive Media Mitchell Area308.635.6700

Rustic Autumn PumpkinParticipants create their own multimedia canvas to adorn their home this harvest season. Local resident and Instructor Michelle Engstrom uses several techniques and art supplies including beads, paint, burlap, and fall leaves to help create a stunning rustic Autumn pumpkin. Date: Sep 12Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $40Location: Inventive Media, Mitchell

Oshkosh/Sidney Area308.254.7407

Adult Education (Sidney, NE)English Language AcquisitionSee page 9 for more information.

Amish QuiltsParticipants trace the history of the Amish from Europe to America and learn about the development of quilt making traditions and styles. They explore regional differences in Amish quilts and learn about Amish culture and traditions. TRUNK SHOW: Jeananne brings authentic Amish quilts and textiles, and over a dozen miniature Amish quilts to share.Date: Sep 29Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $15Location: Sidney Campus

Quilt Making Through the Ages: Keeping the Tradition AliveThose fascinated by the history of quilts enjoy this lecture as the instructor discusses the changes in quilt styles and fads through the ages. Participants learn all of this and more as Jeananne makes the history of quilts come alive. TRUNK SHOW: Students are encouraged to bring old quilts so Jeananne can answer any questions. Date: Sep 29Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Cost: $15Location: Oshkosh Wesleyan Church Meeting Hall

Scottsbluff/Gering Area308.635.6700

Adult EducationEnglish Language AcquisitionSee page 9 for more information.

CPR/First AidFirst responders and initiators to incidents are offered instruction on basic information in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid, resulting in basic two-year certification for the skills required to perform CPR and first aid skills in the field.Date: Aug 5 or Sep 2Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $35Location: Harms Center

Celebrate WNCC 2015 Youth Art ContestGrow Your Future. Sprout a Career. The Seeds of Your Future Start Here. Using the theme “Grow Your Future,” area youth are encouraged to create an original piece of art to enter into the Celebrate WNCC 2015 Youth Art Contest. Visit wncc.edu/celebrate for the official rules, entry form, age categories, and prizes.Ages: 5 - 18Entry Date: Aug - Sep (by appointment only)Cost: FREE

Basic Nursing AssistantThis course is designed to instruct students in becoming Basic Nursing Assistants. The course provides essential knowledge and skills to provide basic care and skills to residents/clients of health care facilities: including such topics as resident’s rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting, and assisting residents/clients in maintaining basic comfort and safety. It is designed to meet the training requirements of the federal and Nebraska state law for nursing assistants working in licensed facilities.Date: Aug 17 - Oct 22Days: M, W, THTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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orDate: Oct 26 - Dec 14Days: M, W, FTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Cost: $461, plus bookLocation: Harms Center

Bob Ross PaintingBob Ross believed that everyone who wanted to paint, could paint like a natural with the right tools and a little encouragement. Students experience the joy and confidence of painting a beautiful landscape using the Ross wet on wet technique.Date: Aug 22 or Sep 26Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $60Location: Harms Center

QuickBooks™ BasicsThis class is perfect for those new to QuickBooks™. Participants learn how to set up QuickBooks™ making it more effective for them and their business. This full-day class focuses on the basics of setting up QuickBooks™ software. Participants may attend regardless of the version of QuickBooks™ they currently use. PLEASE NOTE: This class does not cover taxes or payroll deduction.Date: Aug 26Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Cost: $55 (Gold Card does not apply to this class.)Location: Harms Center

Digital Camera IThis class is designed for those wanting to enhance their skills in web, print, or media design, for businesses needing to update a brochure or website, or for someone who simply wants to learn how to take better photos of their grandkids or friend’s wedding. This class helps develop one’s photography skills by introducing the basic rules of composition and lighting by experimenting with exposure modes, zoom lenses, flash, and image quality. Students use Adobe Photoshop Elements to crop, manipulate, improve, print, and email images. Participants need access to a digital camera or camera phone for this

class. Instructor Bill Loring has 15 years of experience as a professional photographer and is a computer consultant and a full-time WNCC information technology instructor.Date: Aug 27 - Sep 24 Days: THTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $109 (Gold Card Members $17.50)

Fun & Fancy Dough SculpturesInexpensive white bread and adhesive are molded into a soft dough that is easily molded into shapes. No hard-on-the-hands “conditioning” is required. The finished “sculpture” is white but may be colored before working or painted with a variety of paints after the item is dry. Finished objects last for years. No experience is required. Students must bring the following: a plastic, glass, or metal bowl (at least a 4-cup size); spoon for mixing the dough; and a hard side container to take soft clay items home.Date: Aug 29Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $12 (or two people for $20)Location: Harms Center

Windows 8This course focuses on learning the fundamentals of using the newest version of Windows. Students learn how to use Microsoft Windows 8.1, including step-by-step instructions on navigating the user interface, working with Windows 8.1 apps, managing files and folders, using security tools, and managing devices. Students must bring a flash drive to class. Date: Sep 8, 10, 15, 22 & 24Days: T, THTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $109 (Gold Card Members: $17.50)

Gather Up The Fragments ... Civil War QuiltsQuilts and the Civil War are interwoven in a way that enlightens and entertains the audience. This trunk show features 1840-1870 quilts, including authentic Civil War quilts. Participants learn what kinds of quilts were made for the soldiers and what kinds might have been used on the Underground Railroad. TRUNK SHOW: Participants are encouraged to bring old quilts. Jeananne discusses the age, patterns, and fabrics and answers any


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Friday, September 11John N. Harms

Advanced Technology Center

Morning Classes 8:30a.m. – 11:30a.m.

Afternoon Classes 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.

All-Day Classes8:30a.m. – 4:00p.m.

Saturday, September 12 Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds

Morning Classes Only 9:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.

questions. Date: Sep 15Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.Cost: $15 (or $25 for both quilt sessions in Gering)Location: Legacy of the Plains Museum, Gering

Quilts That Settled The WestStudents examine quilts made from 1840-1870 and trace the westward movement of our country, focusing on the Oregon Trail as a conduit for travel and trade. The Oregon Trail is discussed in context with authentic quilts and their stories. TRUNK SHOW: Participants are encouraged to bring their old quilts. Jeananne discusses the age, patterns, and fabrics and answers any questions.Date: Sep 15Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.Cost: $15 (or $25 for both quilt sessions in Gering)Location: Legacy of the Plains Museum, Gering

Medication AidePrerequisite: HLTH-1190This course is designed to instruct the experienced Nurses Aide to assume the role of Medication Aide to have a beginning knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology. Upon completion of the course, the student is eligible to sit for an examadministered by the Department of Health. Successful completion of this exam approves the student as a Medication Aide.Date: Sep 23 - Oct 28Days: WTime: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Cost: $327, plus bookLocation: Harms Center

Country Western DanceExperienced country western dance instructor Jason Seidler instructs couples on steps to learn Soft Boot Polka, Western and Texas Two-Step, Box, Traveler’s and Pursuit Waltz. He also teaches old style line dancing to include the Heel and Toe Polka, the Rebel Strut, and the Cotton Eye Joe, and the new line dance, The Electric Slide. In addition, students learn the following steps for Country Swing: duck and turn, tunnel, dish rag, sweetheart wrap, window pane, windmill, twist, bridge, and arm slide. Class size is limited.Date: Sep 24 - Oct 22Days: TH

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: $60 per coupleLocation: Harms Center

Communicating With People Who Drive Us CrazyParticipants: • Complete a quick profile

- Applying the learning to co-workers and others

- Learning what makes some people easy to to communicate with, but not with others

• Participate in a rapid fire 45-minute overview of the four behavioral styles and what makes them tick in relationships and at work.

• Learn why being different is good and how to make those differences work in both their own and the other party’s favor.

• Watch each style in action through a 30-minute DVD training. Face reading, rate of speech, body language, word choice, as well as goals and fears are expressed by each style.

• Understand the needs-driven behavior, stress relievers, and conflict responses of each style.

• Receive tips on how to incorporate the learning into everyday practice for continued success.

Margie Seyfer is a DICS© certified trainer by the Wiley Corporation in Minneapolis and has been teaching this topic for over 20 years. Margie delivers training that is informative, interactive, and fun! Call the Scottsbluff/Gering Chamber of Commerce at 308.632.2133 or email [email protected] to register.Date: Sep 29Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (check-in at 8:00 a.m.)

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1:00 - 4:00 p.m. (check-in at 12:30 p.m.)Cost: $39, Chamber Members; $49, Non-Chamber Members, $35 per person for groups of 8 or moreLocation: Harms Center

Excel 2This course uses spreadsheet software to understand the principles in using complex formulas and functions, create macros, use multi-level sorting, filter data, chart enhancements, and retrieve data on the World Wide Web.Date: Sep 29 - Oct 13Day: T, THTime: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $109, plus book (Gold Card Members: $17.50, plus book)

Rapid Spanish Students learn basic Spanish in a fun, stress-

free environment. This course starts participants on the road to speaking Spanish. Using a variety of learning strategies, Pat Randolph teaches fundamental Spanish vocabulary and grammar.Date: Oct 12, 14, 19, 20 & 21Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.Cost: $109

Location: Harms Center

Sales & Use TaxThis course covers the basics of Nebraska sales and use tax. Sales tax affects everyone! This class is a must for business owners, bookkeepers, or those

thinking of starting up their own business. This information not only benefits professionals, but the general public can learn

how sales tax affects them every day. The presentation covers

all areas of sales and use tax, including licensing requirements, exemptions, reporting, and taxable

services. There is plenty of time for questions and answers. Students must print and bring a copy of the PowerPoint provided on the Nebraska Department of Revenue web site,



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revenue.nebraska.gov (click on “Taxpayer Education”).Date: Oct 14Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $10Location: Harms Center

Construction Contractors TaxThis course covers Nebraska sales and use tax as it applies to construction contractors. Those who perform construction services or handle bookkeeping for contractors benefit from this course. In addition, this course benefits those who hire contractors by teachingt them what forms need to be completed and how the invoice they receive should look. The presentation covers licensing requirements, contractor registration, contractor options, exemptions, reporting, and taxable services. There is plenty of time for questions and answers. Students must print and bring a copy of the PowerPoint provided on the Nebraska Department of Revenue web site, revenue.nebraska.gov (click on “Taxpayer Education).Date: Oct 14Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.Cost: $10Location: Harms Center

Paper QuillingQuilling is an inexpensive art of rolling strips of paper into coils or scrolls to form decorative dimensional filigree used for cards, picture, jewelry, ornaments etc. No quilling experience is required. Personal greeting cards, gift tags, framed pictures, jewelry, flowers, ornaments, home decor, and even dimensional figures can be crafted with quilling. Inexpensive paper, flowers, correspondence, white or colored printer paper, magazine pages, give wrap, old sheet music, old book pages etc. can be recycled and made into beautiful quilled gifts. Students must bring scissors (craft or paper type), tweezers, and a container for taking home quilled pieces.Date: Oct 17Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $12 (or two people for $20)Location: Harms Center

Word 1This course is an entry-level word processing course designed to introduce students to

Microsoft Word. Students create a Word document, edit, proof, and perform simple formatting of the text and pages. Date: Oct 20 - Nov 3Days: T, THTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $109, plus book (Gold Card Members: $17.50, plus book)Location: Harms Center

Beginning CrochetStudents learn the basic “language” of crochet, a variety of stitches, and how to read a pattern. Participants are introduced to the abbreviations and symbols used for crochet instructions, how to determine the appropriate yarn/fibers, best size of hook to use for each fiber, and the importance of correctly maintaining the suggested gauge. Techniques learned include a basic Granny Square, Decorative Granny Square, gift items, household accessories, and some requests from class members. Cleaning, blocking, and assembling crochet parts is discussed. Illustrated instructions, handouts, and samples of the projects are available at each class. No previous crochet experience is necessary. Students must bring an assortment of crochet hooks, especially H and I, knitting

worsted yarn (4) weight (not a dark color; partial skeins are fine for the first class); and scissors.Date: Oct 24 & 31Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.Cost: $14 (or two people for $25)Location: Harms Center

Where’s the Money Going in My Small Business? Participants learn how to deliver unique value to their customer and capture how that value affects their bottom line. In addition, they learn what drives the costs of a business and why it’s easier to control costs than to make them up by increasing the cost charged to customers.Date: Oct 27Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Cost: FREE!Location: Harms Center

PowerPoint 1This introductory course focuses on the use of presentation media software. Students learn to create high quality, visually pleasing informative presentations. They edit and format slides; work with clip art, pictures, and Word Art; use drawing tools; work with tables and charts; and prepare and run a slide show.Date: Nov 10 - 24Days: T, THTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $109, plus book (Gold Card Members: $17.50, plus book)

Introduction to the InternetThis course is an introduction to the Internet and World Wide Web. Topics covered include email, browsers, as well as how to navigate and search the Web. Participants learn basic information about the Internet so they can begin practicing what they learn at home. This class gives participants the confidence they need to begin surfing the web and emailing and sharing information online with family and friends.Date: Dec 1 - 15Days: T, THTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Cost: $109, plus book (Gold Card members: $17.50, plus book) Location: Harms Center


Astronomy ClubSEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 1

Students explore the size and scale of our solar system by mapping out the sun and planets on a very large map – over 1000 yards in length! They investigate the other planets in our solar system and observe the sun using telescopes, binoculars and other tools, planning for the Solar Eclipse in 2017. Captain Kirk would be proud!

Ages: 9-14, Grades: 4-8

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Robotics ClubOctober 12 - 22

In this club, students build a robot using parts from a Lego Mindstorms #9797 robot kit, and learn how to program the robot using software on a computer. The instructor helps students put their robot to work conquering some challenges. Not as big or expensive as the Mars Curiosity Rover, but just as much fun!

Ages: 9 - 14; Grades: 4 - 8

Guitar ClubNovember 2 - 12

Students begin exploring the acoustic guitar, learn some basic chords, learn some basic songs, and play in tune and on time. WNCC provides everything including a guitar, music, etc. Students just need to bring a love of music.

Ages: 9 - 14; Grades: 4 - 8

Strategy Games ClubNovember 30 - December 10

Participants feel more like they’re playing, rather than working. Club members “play” such classics as Connect Four, Checkers, Chess, Othello, Mastermind, and Mancala, but the logical thinking involved in navigating logic puzzles and these games is really mental “work” as well as play. Participant just need to bring their “thinking caps.”

Ages: 9 - 14; Grades: 4 - 8

Monday - Thursday * 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. * $40 per child for each club



WHAT IS A CoderDojo?CoderDojos are a global movement of open source, volunteer led coding clubs that are free for young people. AIM is excited to bring this unique opportunity to Mitchell!

A CoderDojo session allows students to work creatively and at their own pace in developing skills in a programming language. It is not a class, there is no homework, and kids work under the guidance of volunteer mentors from education and industry. All sessions are free of charge, though space is limited - register early.

The only rule of the CoderDojo is “be cool!” This means coming with an attitude that is ready to learn code and collaborate respectfully with one another.

WHAT TO BRINGThe participating youth are invited to bring their own laptops to the CoderDojo, though technology equipment will be available for use.

Parents must accompany kids who are under the age of 12 and are welcome to have fun exploring programming with their child or they may simply relax with a book or electronic device while their child is at work.

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QUESTIONS? CONTACT:Eli AguilarWestern Nebraska Regional Relationship Manager 308.635.6777 | 877.345.5025 [email protected]

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(ages 8-12)*2nd Thursday of the MonthComputer programming exploration and reverse engineering.

*(A parent or guardian MUST accompany child for duration of session).

Location:InventiveMedia1210 Center Avenue Mitchell, NE 69357

Date & Time:September 103:45pm-5:45pm

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Morrill County

English Language AcquisitionBRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL 308.262.1454(Beginning in September)T, TH * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Dawes County GED Classes EARLY HEAD START BUILDING308.432.3393M, T * 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.T - TH * 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Call Jennifer Sorenson at 308.432.3393 for information and registration.

GED TestingCHADRON STATE COLLEGE308.432.3393Testing is once a month on various days. Please call for the most up-to-date schedule.

Sheridan County

Adult Education 817 N. OAK STREET, GORDONNear Gordon High School308.635.6770(Year-round)Cost: $20 T, TH * 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Kimball County

Adult Education KIMBALL HIGH SCHOOL 308.750.6796(Beginning in September)Cost: $20 T, TH * 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Scotts Bluff County

Adult Education WILLIAMS BUILDING308.635.6768(Year-round)Cost: $20M - TH * 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.M - TH * 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.M - TH * 5:45 - 8:15 p.m.

ONE STOP CAREER CENTER308.635.6770(Year-round)Cost: $20M - TH * 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

English Language AcquisitionWILLIAMS BUILDING308.635.6768M - TH * 5:45 - 8:15 p.m.

GUADALUPE RECREATIONAL CENTERM - TH * 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLT, TH * 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.Registration required.

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GED TestingJOHN N. HARMS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY CENTER308.635.6738TH * 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.F * 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cheyenne County

Adult Education WNCC SIDNEY CAMPUS 308.254.7458(Year-round)Cost: $20T - TH * 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

The Adult Education, GED, and English Language Acquisition programs provide instruction that helps individuals acquire the academic skills necessary for employment or admission to college and occupational or training programs. Anyone over 18 years of age or older who is not enrolled in another school is eligible for enrollment. Please call 308.635.6769 regarding special enrollment requirements for 16- and 17-year-olds. Some students may wish to work on all the subjects necessary to take the GED tests and others may only need to improve skills, such as math or reading, to improve their employment opportunities.


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Oct 1: Building an Effective Workplace CultureA vibrant workplace culture is essential in developing a productive business. Explore the following components of a workplace culture: purpose, environment, communication, teamwork, leaders, creativity, diversity and service. Look at the importance of the mission, vision, values and goals of the company and its effect on the workplace culture. Create a motivating workplace that meets the needs of individual employees and that supports employee engagement. Develop an effective communication system within the workplace. Show the essentials of a dynamic and engaged leadership. Encourage creativity and innovation and promote diversity. Learn how to put the “WOW” in service. Master these elements and watch your business grow.

Nov 5: Human Capital DevelopmentBusiness and organizations often focus a lot of energy and become quite adept at managing their financial and physical assets. Too often, however, they fail to develop strategies for producing the best return on one of their most valuable assets – the people who do the work. Viewing Human Capital as an important investment opportunity can significantly enhance productivity and improve morale in any business or organization.

Dec 3: Workplace Communication SkillsEffective communication is the key to success in professional and personal endeavors. Whether it is making a positive first impression or building a connection with others, effective communication skills assure that the message gets across. This course explores the importance of personality style in communication and its application to the workplace. It also discusses active listening, conflict resolution, and strategies for persuasion and negotiation in communication. Participants learn to create an environment of open, honest communication.

Jan 7: Building High Performance Teams in the WorkplaceWe all talk about teamwork, but how do you create it in your business? Building effective teams in the workplace helps businesses achieve their ideals and be more successful. Participants learn how to work with people with different communication and personality styles and find out how to build instant rapport with people, communicate with different people, appreciate and value the viewpoints of others, and work together as a team to achieve common goals. Explore multiple intelligences, right brain/left brain mindsets, and REAL colors personality indicator. Through these explorations, businesses improve customer service, increase teamwork, and build better communication.

Feb 4: E-MarketingRoughly 80% of your customers will only visit your website once! Learn how to retain and engage your customer base as well as increase your reach to new potential customers. You will learn to create customer advertising with simple tools readily available to you at no or low costs! In addition, learn how to measure what marketing tactics work for you. This will be a hands on experience exploring re-engagement utilizing your website and social media presence. Your online presence is more than setting up a website with your hours of operation, location, and phone number. Entice customers to continually revisit not only you but your brick and mortar business with email outreach and social engagement.

Mar 3: Beginning Publisher (2013)Do you create a newsletter for your company, church, or another organization? Do you want to create fliers and brochures? This Beginning Publisher class shows you how to do that and so much more. Learn to combine graphics and text to produce a variety of Publisher projects. Classes are small resulting in individualized attention and projects. Students must bring a USB Flash drive to this class.

Apr 7: Character Based Servant LeadershipThe words servant and leadership would appear to never be linked to one another. However, effective leadership often hinges on the ability of the leader to provide support to their followers in a meaningful manner. In order to provide this support the leader must re-think the traditional top-down leadership model and examine the role the virtues of character, competence, courage, temperance, prudence, and compassion play in daily leadership strategies.

May 5: Beginning Powerpoint (2013)This introductory course will focus on the use of presentation media software. Students will learn to create high quality, visually pleasing informative presentations. They will edit and format slides; work with clip art, pictures and Word Art; use drawing tools, work with tables and charts, and prepare and run a slide show.

Jun 2: Effective Decision MakingHave you ever wondered why well intentioned and capable leaders sometimes make poor choices and bad decisions? In this course we will examine the psychology, group dynamics, and theories of organizational culture and systems that effect decision making. Real world cases will be used to illustrate and explore the dynamics of the decision making process at the individual, group, and organizational levels. Emphasis will be placed on behaviors and techniques that can be used to enhance effective decision making.

Building Business Skills SeriesOctober 1, 2015 – September 1, 2016

1st Thursdays, October, 2015 – September, 20168:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Credit and Non-Credit classes$65 per class

(Companies that register four or more individuals enjoy a reduced rate of $55 per class)

To register call 308.635.6700

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Building skills for professionals.

Do you like to share your skills and knowledge with others? Help strengthen the workforce of western Nebraska by becoming an

Adjunct Instructor at WNCC. Call Human Resources to learn more and tell us how you can shape the future of our community!

308.635.6350

If you are at least 60 years of age, we invite you to join our Gold Card Club! Please request a “Gold Card” when you call to register for a credit class. This card entitles you to

FREE TUITION (up to six credit hours per semester) for WNCC credit classes.

You are still responsible for fees, materials, and books.



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