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Flint Hills Technical College.  Programs and Majors.
English as a Second Language

Mission:

The mission of Flint Hills Technical College Adult Education Center is to provide a diverse community of learners with educational opportunities for personal growth and preparation for professional and civic responsibilities that meet the needs of society.


Vision:

Our vision is to empower individuals to become productive citizens who can participate successfully in the contemporary workplace and global society.


Value Statements:

Value statements are in place to guide Flint Hills Technical College Adult Education Center in fulfilling its mission and vision.

 

Quality

AEC values quality in every aspect of its operation.


Diversity

AEC values the diversity of the populations it serves and promotes mutual respect between those populations


Student Success

AEC values student success by partnering with community agencies and services to support its students in their personal, work, and educational endeavors


Student Advancement

AEC values student advancement by promoting employment and postsecondary educational opportunities. Caring AEC values a caring climate conducive to student learning and campus safety.


Innovation

AEC values innovation accomplished through the vision and creativity of all partners in Adult Education.


Collaboration and Cooperation

AEC values collaboration and cooperation in all aspects of developing partnerships with community agencies to better serve students and the community.




Purpose Statements:

  1. To provide student services through a meaningful process of academic assessment and student advisement.
  2. To provide basic academic education including English language skills, workplace skills, basic technology, teambuilding, and critical thinking skills.
  3. To promote and model the benefits of life-long learning.
  4. To provide business and industry with qualified personnel through the offering of a high school diploma through GED testing and the building of language, workplace, and technology skills.
  5. To maintain a positive environment conducive to learning, personal growth, and safety.

Career Paths:

Students receive a Kansas High School Diploma, which is accredited by the Kansas Board of Regents, and are eligible for any field of employment or study that a High School Diploma gives.

The Industry:

Entry Level positions or entry into postsecondary training.

The Program:

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to attend ESL Courses

Instruction

Interactive study in classrooms and computer labs.

Instructor(s):

Kelsey Ortiz, Co-Director
Christine Matson, Co-Director/Instructor
Marge Hayslett, Instructor
Jessica Redding, Instructor
Katherine Eusey, Instructor
Valerie Zimmerman, Literacy Coordinator/instructor

Student Organizations:


Advisory Members

Jana Phillips

LNIS
216 N 6th Ave.
Emporia, KS 66801

Shanna Eggers

Project Challenge
1200 Commercial St.
Emporia, KS 66801

Beatriz Martinez

A-1 Staffing
902 Commercial St.
Emporia, KS 66801

Jason Williams

Wendy's
701 W. 6th Ave.
Emporia, KS 66801

Latrice Thomas

McDonalds
1202 W 6th Ave
Emporia, KS 66801