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Accounting 2
with Deb Seigars

Building from Introduction to Accounting, this course emphasizes the use of special journals, subsidiary ledgers, proving ledgers, payroll activites, uncollectible accounts receivables, aging of accounts, notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, distribution of dividends needed for a Merchandise Corporation. We will use the same textbook as in Introduction to Accounting.
Prerequisite: Intro to Accounting
Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email davenm@portlandschools.org for the application.
Basic Computers
with Trace Salter

This course covers the foundational skills needed to feel comfortable using computers and to increase digital literacy skills:
- keyboarding
- internet use
- using Google Drive to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- social media
- Google Classroom
- online meeting technology like Zoom and Google Meet
It is appropriate for English Language Learners at ESOL3 and above as well as native English Speakers.
Prerequisite: ESOL level 3 with teacher recommendation or ESOL level 4
Need assistance paying for this class? Scholarship money is available to those who qualify. Email davenm@portlandschools.org for more information.
Microsoft Office Suite 2
with Virginie Akimana

This class is intended for the person who has prior experience using Microsoft Office products. We will cover work related skills; building tables, mail merge and graphics using Word. We will create a slide show using PowerPoint that will include graphics, transition and animations. Additionally, we will explore MS Outlook and Outlook calendar. This will be taught using Microsoft Teams as the remote platform.
Prerequisite: Microsoft Office Suite 1 or instructor approval
Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email davenm@portlandschools.org for the application.
Writing for the Workplace
with Briana Bizier

Gain the skills and confidence to write effectively in today's workplace. Using a series of writing exercises, you will learn how to compose clear business letters, memos, and emails and format them correctly. Brush up on punctuation, sentence structure, and basic grammar rules to give your documents a final polish. PAE certificate and academic students should discuss this course with their advisor before registering.
Course fee includes cost of book, $15.
Prerequisite: Basic Computer course or familiarity with computers
Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email davenm@portlandschools.org for the application.