Manchester Adult & Continuing Education named a finalist in $750,000 U.S. Department of Education Challenge
We are thrilled to announce that MA&CE has been named a finalist in the U. S. Department of Education’s national competition to advance pre-apprenticeships.
Dr. Diane Clare-Kearney receives Leadership Award for 2021 from the Connecticut Association for Adult and Continuing Education (CAACE)
Dr. Diane Clare-Kearney has been selected to receive the CAACE Leadership Award for 2021.
Equity and Manchester Adult Education Director Interview Podcast
Interview with Dr. Diane Clare-Kearney, Director of Equity and Adult Education.
MA&CE Transition to Online Learning Podcast
On Tuesday, May 5th, director of MA&CE, Dr. Diane Clare-Kearney spoke on the One Manchester Podcast about our transition to distance learning and our response to COVID-19. If you've ever wondered about our program, this is a fantastic listen!
Community News For The Manchester Edition
GED Testing Offered MANCHESTER -- Every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m., Manchester Adult Education is offering free GED testing in the Portables at Manchester High School, 134 Middle Turnpike East. MANCHESTER -- The Manchester Public Library and Manchester Adult Education will co-host a new initiative called Coffee and Conversation once a month on Fridays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at 586 Main St.
Manchester Educator Wins State Award for Equity Work
The State Education Resource Center is honoring longtime Manchester educator Dr. Diane Clare-Kearney for years of work with the George A. Coleman Excellence in Equity Award.
MA&CE gets Highlighted in the Hartford Courant
Manchester Adult and Continuing Education has a new location and has a variety of classes that fit all interests.
Learning Gets Better with Age Award
Congratulations to our recent graduate Robert Chaney for winning The Learning Gets Better with Age Award! This award is an annual national award recognizing three individuals each year who achieved their high school equivalency or GED on or after age 55. Its purpose is to recognize individuals selected for their personal achievement and share their stories to inspire others and recognize that learning is both lifelong and not limited to age. We are proud of you Robert, well done!!! 🎓
After Losing Years to Addiction, Manchester Man to Receive Diploma at Age 61
At 61 years old, Joe O'Neill finally got the opportunity to finish what he started. Alcoholism and drug abuse derailed his path, but his dedication and perseverance ultimately lead to him walking across the stage.