This class is intended for the person who has had little practice using Microsoft Products, but with basic digital competency. We will use MS Word to create and edit documents containing images, graphs and hyperlinks. We will use Excel to create and edit basic spreadsheets, using it to calculate and organize data. Everyone will create presentations in PowerPoint, learning to animate text and images and incorporate media like video, music and voice recording. Each student will learn how to use skills they learn about effective presentations to deliver one to the class. We will learn to navigate screens between Google and Microsoft Office. We will learn about Office 365, One Drive file sharing and Teams. 

Prerequisites: Completion of Digital Skills for the Workplace or completion of basic computer skills test, CASAS score of 238+

The deadline to register in this class is August 19.

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for the application.

This course uses Quickbooks accounting software in an office environment. Areas covered include setting up an accounting system, accounts receivable and payable, reconciliation, adjusting journal entries, and financial statement generation.

Prerequisites: Accounting 1 or instructor approval, CASAS score of 238+

The deadline to register for this class is August 19.

Need assistance paying for this course? Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org to request a scholarship application form.

Joyful movement to music of Salsa, Swing, Merengue, Tango, Cha Cha, Reggaeton, Bellydance, African and more. For 45 minutes, participants will bust stress, boost energy and burn calories while using traditional and unique moves to fabulous music. Improvisation encouraged, all levels welcome. This course also includes 15 minutes of abdominal work to support your core, your dance, and your life. Bring a mat, sneakers and water bottle. $6 drop in http://emmaholder.com/fitness, No class Dates (10/2,9,14,16)

Begin your painting journey with popular, versatile acrylics.

Designed for students experienced with QuickBooks, this course covers such functions as inventory, payroll, customizing forms and reports, and fiscal end preparation. Students will build upon their QuickBooks knowledge.

Prerequisite: completion of QuickBooks

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email davenm@portlandschools.org for the application.

Google Suite for the Office introduces students to Google Apps including but not limited to Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Calendar, and Google Meet. It explores the uses of these Apps and their basic functions which will allow the users to increase their productivity and collaboration. Students in this class will learn how to utilize these cloud computing tools to increase productivity, communication and collaboration at school and in the workplace.

Prerequisite: CASAS score of 238+

Please note: the first and last day of this class will be in person at Portland Adult Education.

The deadline to register for this class is August 19. 

Need assistance paying for this course? Scholarship money is available to those who qualify. Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for more information.

What does it mean to live a life of moral courage? How do we do what’s right, not just what’s convenient? How do we determine “what’s right” when it is not clear? We’ll explore how moral courage can help us live more fulfilling and meaningful lives through discussion, reflection, sharing stories, readings and videos, and exploring morally courageous individuals, both public figures and in our own lives. We’ll support each other in our journeys to bring more moral courage into our lives at home, at work, and in the community, at a time when such courage is greatly needed.

Make a project using 1 to 1-1/2 yards of fabric and a sewing machine. Choice of two projects: Easy Yoga Wrap Pants or Jiffy Wrap Blouse. Basic sewing machine experience is required.