CE July 2011 Newsletter

July 1, 2011

SPOON RIVER COLLEGE

Community Outreach News Canton

Havana

Macomb

“Summer Youth Program a Success in Canton”

Rushville

Online

Business Solutions & Training Career Exploration & Training Foundation & Alumni News Online Education Personal Development & Interests Professional Development & Licensure Retirees & Plus 50 Programs Technology & Computer Skills Youth Education Contact Information

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Announcements: SRC Foundation Golf Outing scheduled for August 12th. See details on page 3.

The SRC Office of Community Outreach and the YWCA Women‟s & Girls‟ Empowerment Center recently offered a week-long interactive day camp for girls called “Discover Our World”. Activities included: Filming, editing and posting of a YouTube video; Tours of a local veterinary office, chiropractic clinic, and pool/park system; Campus tour of Spoon River College, including the theater department; Behind-the-scenes tours of Havana Printing and McDonald‟s; Crafts and activities, including tie-dye t-shirts, zumba and yoga!; Research of groundbreaking women of the past and today; and Daily keynote speakers who talked about STEM careers (science, technology, engineering, math).

See page 8 for more youth programs...

Microsoft Certificate Available! This is an excellent portfolio builder for current job seekers. See page 3 for full details.

Many NEW online classes are available.

More on pages 4-5.

Check out page 6 to read about the NEW Genealogy Series in Canton, and learn how to volunteer as a Literacy Tutor.

Find us on

Facebook VISIT US ON THE WEB! www.src.edu/outreach www.src.edu/foundation www.Ed2Go.com/spoonriver www.facebook.com/ srccommunityoutreach

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS & TRAINING Your business or business idea is very important to the Economic Development in our communities. We offer training that can enhance your skills, assist the development of your employees, as well as promote the growth of your organization. We offer various workshops and seminars throughout the year to assist you!

ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP “Be Your Own Boss” This is ideal for someone considering starting a small business or for new small business owners. Topics to be discussed include: The Business Plan, Business Law, Financing, Marketing and Technology, and Human Resources. A luncheon presentation titled “Before I Had Started My Business I Sure Wish I Would Have Known…” will be featured. A keynote panel of local business owners and successful entrepreneurs will also be included so that participants can hear from individuals that have successfully started and currently manage their own business. Fee: TBA  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK290M1/FA11) Friday, September 30, 2011 PARTNER WITH SPOON RIVER COLLEGE Our commitment to providing a total training solution means we'll partner with you to create customized programs that are central to your company's success. This includes specialized curriculums, flexible class schedules, and options such as web-based and computer-based training. The Office of Community Outreach is truly committed to creating partnerships with business and industry and other public agencies. By working cooperatively with business and industry we can jointly address many of the workforce and training needs of the region and community. Ask us about training opportunities. We have state-of-the art facilities available or we can provide training on-site “at your place.” We have worked with hundreds of businesses and institutions to design a program to meet specific needs. Some of our clients are Pella Corporation, MidAmerica National Bank, Graham Hospital, McDonough District Hospital, state and local agencies, and many more. Some of our topics have included Team Building, Leadership, Diversity Training, Microsoft Excel, and more.

Our services to you include:  Meeting with your business representatives to determine your exact needs -Locating the best possible facilitator for your training  Designing a curriculum and presentation method best suited to your needs -Scheduling the best time and location for your training  Using the latest technologies to enhance the instruction  Delivering a complete package of training  Offering the best economical pricing for the highest quality of instruction NO CHALLENGE IS TOO DIFFICULT. Contact us and let us help you make your business the best it can be.

Julie Seeley (Canton/Havana Communities) julie.seeley@src.edu Ashley Riggins (Macomb/Rushville Communities) ashley.riggins@src.edu

CAREER EXPLORATION AND TRAINING Career Training opportunities are available for you. Whether you are currently unemployed, looking to enhance skills for future employment, or interested in learning a new career we are here to support you!

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS CENTERS The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach Employability Skills Centers are now open! Services at the Centers include career exploration, interest profiling, technology skill enhancement, resume writing, interview skills, and job search, which includes researching job demand and income potential in regions of Illinois. A variety of resources will be utilized at the Centers including Illinois WorkNet, ACT WorkKeys, Key Train and Career Ready 101, face to face soft skill training, ED2GO internet-based short-term classes, and Microsoft Office software classes. A Digital Divide grant from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity allows SRC to offer these free or low cost resources and re-training opportunities to residents of all age and work groups within the college district. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. For further information or to request specific training, please contact Andrea Barbknecht, Community Outreach Technology Coordinator, at 309-647-5886 or andrea.barbknecht@src.edu.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Open first & third Wednesday of each month, 1-4 p.m. (appointments encouraged)  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Open first & third Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m.-Noon (appointments encouraged)  Havana, Spoon River College Open first & third Friday of each month, by appointment  Rushville, Spoon River College Open second & fourth Friday of each month, by appointment

Can’t make it in person? Try instructor facilitated, online learning through Spoon River College!

Additional information about the SRC Foundation and scholarships available at www.src.edu/foundation.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

HUMAN RESOURCE CERTIFICATE Spoon River College is proud to offer this nationally recognized American Management Association program. To receive the AMA Certificate in Human Resources, you must complete six AMA specific courses within a recommended 18 months. This is a self study program. Each course has a fee of $150. The six courses include: Fundamentals of Human Resources; Successful Interviewing; How to Manage Conflict in the Organization; Fair, Square and Legal; and A Manager‟s Guide to Human Behavior. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP CERTIFICATE This certificate program is ideal for the current small business owner or anyone considering a business venture. To receive this certificate you must complete six of the nine courses available in this program within a recommended 18 months. This is an online program. Each course has a fee of $89. The nine courses available in this program are: Start Your Own Small Business; Creating a Successful Business Plan; QuickBooks 2010; Understanding the Human Resource Function; Fundamentals of Supervision and Management; Managing Customer Service; Marketing Your Business on the Internet; Business Law for the Small Business Owner; and Computer Skills in the Workplace. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

GERONTOLOGY CERTIFICATE This certificate program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work with older adults. To received this certificate you must complete ten course topics within six weeks. This is an online program.

A fee of $200 includes all ten topics. The ten topics available in this program are: Introduction to Gerontology; Physiology of Aging; Mental Health and Aging; Healthy Aging; Pain Assessment & Management in the Older Adult; Death and Dying; Sleep and Aging; The Older Woman; Elder Abuse; and Aging and Disorders of Communication. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE Spoon River College is thrilled to offer you this Microsoft Technology Certificate Program. This program is excellent for those that would like to develop or enhance their skills in Microsoft Office. To receive this certificate you must complete six of the ten courses available in the program within a recommended 18 months. This is an online/hybrid course. Each course has a fee of $89. The ten courses available in this program are: Introduction to Microsoft Access 2007; Intermediate Microsoft access 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007, Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007; Advanced Microsoft Excel 2007; Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007; and Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2007. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

FOUNDATION & ALUMNI NEWS Education is the key to a successful future! The Spoon River College Foundation actively seeks resources to provide excellent educational opportunities to Spoon River College. To learn more about the Spoon River College Foundation, visit the organization’s website at www.src.edu/foundation or contact Emily Gillett at emily.gillett@src.edu or (309) 833-6039.

ALUMNI AWARDS The Spoon River College Alumni Association will host an Alumni Awards Reception on Saturday, October 8th in Canton. Award recipients for the below awards will be recognized. Mark your calendar to attend this event!

Distinguished Alumni Award – This award is given to the alumna or alumnus who has reached the pinnacle of her/his professional career. Their achievements should be those gaining at least state-wide recognition.

Alumni Achievement Awards – These awards are given to alumni as they progress up the “success” ladder. The achievement should have gained at least county-wide recognition. Achievement winners may receive more than one achievement award in their lifetime and could receive the Distinguished Alumni award in later years.

Outstanding Service Award - These awards may be given to alumni who have made significant voluntary contributions to mankind in general and/or to the college. Persons other than alumni but who have had affiliation with the college will be considered.

Distinguished Spoon River College Employee Award – This award is given to someone who was previously employed by Spoon River College. This award is based upon the individual‟s significant contributions to Spoon River College, its students, and the community. This award was first given out in 2007.

EMPLOYEE CAMPAIGN The SRC Foundation kicked off it‟s 2011 employee campaign! For over three decades employees at SRC have generously provided monies for scholarships, facility improvements, innovation grants, technology upgrades, and much more!

This year‟s campaign theme is PAY IT FORWARD. To “pay it forward” is the concept of asking that a good turn be repaid by having it done to others. The Foundation will PAY IT FORWARD by offering scholarships, upgrades, and grants from funds that were donated by YOU. Each year SRC staff and faculty provide between $14,000-$20,000 in contributions that PAY IT FORWARD! SRC GOLF OUTING The 18th annual SRC Foundation Golf Outing is scheduled for Friday, August 12th at Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills Country Club. Start planning your team now! Contact Emily Gillett at emily.gillett@src.edu or (309) 833-6039 for sponsorship and team details.

See page 10 for Office of Community Outreach contact information!

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

ONLINE EDUCATION We offer online classes that are convenient and work with YOUR schedule. Over 300 courses are available for you to choose from.

Online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. ”NEW” INTRODUCTION TO CRYSTAL REPORTS Students will discover how to transform information in databases or accounting programs into clear, easy-to-understand business reports. With the help of hands-on activities and step-by-step instructions, they will learn to extract, sort, and format data to create anything from a quick meeting handout to an elaborate annual report. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver GREEN BUILDINGS & PREPARING FOR THE LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE EXAM Get the knowledge to excel as a green professional in the new economy. Acquire an introduction to sustainability and how it lays the foundation for a deeper understanding of the green building process. Participants who successfully complete this course are eligible and prepared to sit for the US Green Building Council‟s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate exam. This class is for anyone who wants more than a basic understanding of sustainability and green building concepts, including those with a stake in their company's building practices, those directly involved in green building projects, and those pursuing the LEED Green Associate professional accreditation. LEED is a third-party certification program and nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Fee: $695  Online Course, UGotClass Instructors are LEED Faculty with the U.S. Green Building Council Sept. 6-Oct. 28 Class runs for 2 months!

Enroll today by emailing your interest to velvet.powell@src.edu ”NEW” INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS 7 Students will explore the powerful features of Microsoft Windows 7, mastering the basics of working with pictures, text, folders, and files. They will also learn how to use the desktop, icons, and gadgets, and how to back up and protect their data. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver GREEN WORKPLACE A greener workplace can provide substantial benefits to your organization‟s triple bottom line – people, planet and profits. By reducing the energy intensity of their buildings and materials demand and waste, green workplaces can save money and reduce their impact on the environment. Come discover the keys to making green workplaces a success for you and your organization. This course is suitable for those new to green workplaces or already working in a green space and interested in enhancing their knowledge of what makes it a green space. Includes a green workplace toolkit. Fee: $195  Online Course, Instructed by Pepper Smith & Kelly Gearhart of UGotClass Sept. 6-30 Class runs for 1 month!

Enroll today by emailing your interest to velvet.powell@src.edu ”NEW” PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS 9 FOR THE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER Designed for camera enthusiasts with no photo-editing experience, this fun and easy course will give students the skills they need to perform anything from quick fixes to detailed image enhancements. As they master Photoshop Elements, they'll learn to edit images on their computer, correct flaws, enhance their final product, create simple art projects, prepare images for email and the Web, and organize their images so they can keep track of them easily. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING ON A SHOESTRING Students will build their own customized marketing plans step-by-step as they discover how to attract their target audiences, entice customers to buy their products or services, and keep buyers coming back for more. In addition, they'll learn how to generate referrals, evaluate tactics, track their results, and continually improve their marketing strategies. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ”NEW” PROTECT YOUR MONEY, CREDIT, AND IDENTITY In this course, students will learn to spot the scams and rip-offs that can cost them money or ruin their credit. They will explore threats including identity theft, Internet and credit card scams, and deceptive sales practices. In addition, they will learn how to slow down or stop a foreclosure, and how to end harassing phone calls from debt collectors. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver

Our mission is to positively impact the communities we serve through offerings, partnerships, projects, new opportunities, and leadership.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

FUNDAMENTALS OF SUPERVISION & MANAGEMENT If you have recently been promoted to a supervisory or management position or want to learn how to become a more effective manager, this course will help you master the basics of business by learning the language of management. You will learn how to make a successful transition from employee to manager and you'll learn how to manage your time so that you can deal with the constant demands of a managerial job. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ”NEW” EXPLORE A CAREER AS A PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Students will explore the many job settings and career paths open to them if they become pharmacy technicians. In addition, they will master the skills required to gain an entry-level position as a pharmacy tech or clerk. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver A TO Z GRANT WRITING A to Z Grant Writing is an invigorating and informative course that will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You'll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You'll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ”UPDATED” KEYBOARDING Ed2go is pleased to announce a major update to this course designed to help students improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is popular with students seeking careers in health care, office management, and related fields. This course has been fully revised to allow students to use the latest keyboarding software, Keyboarding Pro 5. Students will learn how to touch-type or improve their existing typing skills using Keyboarding Pro 5. By the end of the course, they will know how to touch-type the alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys; create, save, and edit word processing documents; and successfully take a timed writing test during a job interview. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver CREATING WEB PAGES Create and post your very own Web site on the Internet using HTML in this extensive, hands-on, six week workshop. You'll also learn critical and timely information on securing the best possible location in search engine listings, and powerful no-cost or low-cost web marketing strategies. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ASSISTING AGING PARENTS Are your parents in their golden years? Learning how to help parents or other loved ones through their transition can prepare us for our own. This compassionate and comprehensive class will give you the tools, techniques, and insights for this passage. You'll learn to handle most of the challenges you will face while coming to appreciate and cherish the privilege of the journey. Fee: $89  Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (July 20, August 17, September 21) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ONLINE COURSES Over 300 courses are available online with our partnership with Education To Go (Ed2Go), we offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. All courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. A certificate of completion is given after completing each class. Ready to take an online course? Check out our listing of classes at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver.

Learn More About Our Programs… Visit Us on the Web! www.src.edu/outreach

Technology courses are offered at a reduced rate through grant funding from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND INTERESTS Looking for something fun to do? We offer a variety of programs throughout the year that might meet your interest. These classes do not include tests, homework or commitment beyond attendance and participation.

FLORAL CREATIONS SERIES Learn how to create beautiful and unique floral arrangements for every season or holiday! Our upcoming “make-and-take” classes will focus on the seasons of summer (patriotic), fall (harvest) and winter (holiday). Join Chad Leitschuh and have some fun creating spectacular centerpieces for the home! Fee: $35 per class (includes supplies)  Canton, Church of the Brethren (CE035G1/FA11) Fall/Harvest Theme Tuesday, September 20, 6-8 p.m.  Canton, Church of the Brethren (CE035G2/FA11) Winter/Holiday Theme Tuesday, December 6, 6-8 p.m.

GENEALOGY SERIES The Genealogy Series will be held at the Spoon River College Canton Community Outreach Center. Courses are instructed by Dave Barbknecht. Fee is $10 per course. Sign up for one or all!  Setting Up Your Research (Thursday, August 4, 6-9 p.m.) Are you interested in discovering more about where you came from? Begin your family journey to research your roots! Join Dave Barbknecht and learn ways to set up your family tree and catalog paper records. You‟ll also have an opportunity to explore such data entry programs as “Family Tree Maker” and “Roots Magic 4”. Bring current family tree info! (CE119G1/SU11) 

US Census—How to Read it (Thursday, August 11, 6-9 p.m.) Do you know where to find Census information and if so, how to read it? In this class, Dave Barbknecht will help you learn to read Census forms as well as look for key information on Census Records that unlock doors to the past and give you new leads to explore! Discover ways in which your neighbors can help you through this process. Explore hands-on searching, printing, and ordering of Census Records. (CE119G2/SU11)

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Searching and Obtaining Records (Thursday, August 18, 6-9 p.m.) In this class you‟ll use the computer and internet to search for current records that are available out there. Searches will be investigated on various websites. This class allows for open-lab time to explore and obtain various documentation. Dave Barbknecht will be ready to offer assistance with any questions or issues you may have as you document your history! (CE119G3/SU11)

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Genealogy Projects (Thursday, August 25, 6-9 p.m.) Have fun and get creative as you work on a variety of Genealogy projects! Print various types of family trees, discover grave stone rubbings, and organize and display your photographs. Dave Barbknecht will also give instruction on how to present your work to family members as well as give tips on organizing family reunions! (CE119G4/SU11)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION SERIES The Historic Preservation Series will be held at the Spoon River College Canton Campus.

Fee: $15 each or $50 for the series of four classes.  

American Architectural Style (Friday, September 23, 9 a.m.-Noon) Participants will learn the varying styles of architecture within the community. The workshop will include a walking tour of Canton. Facilitated by Carol Dyson.

The Economics of Historic Preservation (Friday, October 14, 9 a.m.-Noon) Historic Preservation can have a positive impact on downtown revitalization, neighborhoods, & tourism. An overview of historic preservation as an economic development tool will be conducted. Facilitated by George Ridgway.

VOLUNTEER LITERACY TUTOR This free course is designed to prepare volunteer tutors to assist adults 16 years of age and older to acquire basic level skills in listening, speaking, writing, and mathematics. Join Cyndi Johnston and discover how this community service opportunity can make a huge difference in someone‟s life by helping them improve reading or math skills! Upon completion of the course, an SRC Literacy representative will match you with an adult learner needing assistance, arrange a neutral meeting place, and provide free instructional materials to use during your tutoring sessions. This class is being offered via Interactive Video at the Canton and Havana sites. The instructor will be present at the Macomb campus. Cost is free!!  Canton, Spoon River College, Room T109 (VSK057I1/FA11) Havana, Spoon River College, Room H113 (VSK057I2/FA11) Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 2 - 16, 1-3 P.M. Instructor: Cyndi Johnston EDUCATIONAL TRIP TO SAN FRANCISCO In partnership with Collette Vacations, Spoon River College is offering a 5 day group tour to San Francisco. Highlights of the trip include: dinner overlooking the San Francisco Bay, breakfast on the popular Pier 39, postcard views of the Golden Gate and Bay bridges, visit to the Sonoma Valley, travel to the Monterey and drive the famed 17 mile drive featuring the Del Monte Forest and see the famous Lone Cypress Tree. This trip is scheduled for September 12-16, 2011. Per Person Rates: Double $1749; Single $2149; Triple $1719. Included in price: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $50 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from Lambert St. Louis Intl. For more information call the Macomb Travel Center at 309-833-5531.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & LICENSURE Many professions require continuing education and or certification in a specific topic area. We are here to help you advance towards your professional goals! We offer Food Service Certification, Food Service Recertification, CPDUs for Teachers, Paraprofessional Preparation, Paraprofessional Exams, Real Estate Continuing Education, Health Care Continuing Education, and more.

FOOD SERVICE EDUCATION Spoon River College in partnership with Insightful Food Safety offers a 15-hour food service sanitation course and a 5-hour refresher course to those in the district seeking licensing in food service. The Illinois State Department of Public Health Food Service Sanitation Code requires all establishments that serve food must complete a 15-hour certification class. These courses are held at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Centers located at 45 E. Side Square, Ste 302, in Canton or 2500 E. Jackson St. in Macomb. Courses are instructed by Wanda Adkins of Insightful Food Safety. Call Spoon River College to register at (309) 647-6260, (309) 833-6031 or call Insightful Food Safety at (309) 837-5158.

FOOD SERVICE SANITATION Students seeking certification in food service sanitation will learn INSIGHTFUL FOOD SAFETY food service operation and prepare for the State Examination required by law. Areas of study include IS ALSO OFFERING: how to properly prepare food, required sanitation procedures and the requirements which restaurants 15 Hour Food Service Sanitation must fulfill to meet State Health Codes. Fee: $99 payable to Insightful Food Safety (fee  July 11 & 12 Quincy includes manual).  July 19 & 20 Champaign  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085M1/FA11)  August 8 & 9 Quincy Mon/Tues, August 1 & 2, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.  August 15 & 16 Galesburg  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085F1/FA11) Wed/Thurs, Sept. 14 & 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.  August 17 & 18 Peoria  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085M2/FA11)  August 24 & 25 Springfield Mon/Tues, Oct. 3 & 4, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.  September 7 & 8 Moline  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085F2/FA11)  September 12 & 13 Quincy Mon/Tues, Nov. 7 & 8, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

5 Hour Food Service Recertification  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085M3/FA11) Mon/Tues, Dec. 5 & 6, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

A fun-filled day

those 50+ BY thosefood 50+ FOOD SERVICE SANITATION RECERTIFICATION Certified food service sanitationFOR managers are required to attend safety training with a minimum of 5 hours of instruction every 5 years. This class meets the state guidelines. All participants are required to bring a photo I.D. and copy of FSSMC certificate. Fee: $65 payable to Insightful Food Safety.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015M1/FA11) Tuesday, August 2, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015F1/FA11) Thursday, September 15, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015M2/FA11) Tuesday, October 4, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015F2/FA11) Tuesday, November 8, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015M3/FA11) Tuesday, December 6, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

NURSING STUDENT SUCCESS Spoon River College Nursing Student Success course is designed for incoming Nursing Students to cover a range of topics, including but not limited to: Math review necessary for drug calculations, APA format for writing papers, test taking skills, study hints, and organizational skills. This class will meet for 6 days and is an ideal way for incoming nursing students to start off on the right track! This course is being offered via Interactive Video at the Macomb, Rushville, and Havana sites.

Instructors will be present at the Canton campus. Instructors: Tamatha Schleich and Penny Cozart. Fee: $75  M/T/Th, July 25-August 4, 8:30a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Canton, Spoon River College, Room T109 (VSK208O1/FA11) Macomb, Spoon River College, Room G6 (VSK208O2/FA11) Rushville, Spoon River College, Room 117 (VSK208O3/FA11) Havana, Spoon River College, Room 113 (VSK208O4/FA11) CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR REALTORS Spoon River College offers continuing education opportunities for realtors. Please mark your calendars for the below dates.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Thursday, September 29, 9-Noon & 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Kerry Kidwell  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Friday, September 30, 9-Noon & 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Kerry Kidwell

A certificate of completion will be provided to each participant taking a Community Education Course. How will this benefit you? *Shows Commitment to Learning *Adds Credibility *Recognizes Professional

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Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

PARAPROFESSIONAL CLASS This class has been designed to prepare participants for taking the paraprofessional exam. The class covers the following modules: Reading, Writing, Math, and Test-taking Strategies. Fee: $100  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK832G1) Dates TBA Fall 2011 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Instructor: Barb Carpenter PARAPROFESSIONAL EXAM The Fulton-Schuyler Regional Office of Education has scheduled the following exam dates. A fee of $50 will be collected prior to the examination (CASH only).  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Thursday, July 21, 1-4 p.m.

RETIREES & PLUS 50 PROGRAMS You're never too old to learn… If you are over the age of 50, then we hope you will be interested in the programs we have to offer you. Whether it's learning a new skill, finding ways to get connected in your community, or attending something just for fun, we hope you take part in one of our Retirees & Plus 50 Programs.

RETIREES LEADING ACADEMY (RLA) The RLA is a program developed for retirees. This project will: Provide participants with the resources needed to enhance leadership, technology, lobbying, and volunteer/employment skills; Develop retirees who will lead other retirees; Create outreach programs resulting from the academies that will be researched, developed, and implemented by graduates; and make direct contact with other retirees to build and grow programs. There is no fee to attend this academy but seating is limited so registration is required. Fee: No Charge  Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK241F1/FA11) Thursdays, August 25-October 6, 9 a.m.-Noon  Havana, Spoon River College (VSK241K1/FA11) Thursdays, September 1-October 13, 9 a.m.-Noon RETIREMENT LEARNING INSTITUTE Mark your calendar to attend a Retirement Learning Institute. Those ages 50 and older are invited to sign up! This event will be an exciting time for retirees to come together, to share with friends, and to learn something new. The day will feature educational sessions, resource fair, luncheon, prizes and more!  Canton, Spoon River College (CE093F1/FA11) Friday, October 28th More information to come!  Macomb, Spoon River College (CE093M1/FA11) Friday, November 4th More information to come!

TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER SKILLS We offer a variety of short term technology classes. Sample topics include Basic Computers, Microsoft Word & Excel, Digital Photography, QuickBooks, and more. Introductory as well as advanced level courses are available. Classes for fall are being planned now. Call 647-6260 or 833-6031 to be added to our waiting list for upcoming classes.

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2010 COMING SOON! Are you ready to upgrade to Microsoft Office 2010? Join us for interactive sessions on Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and see the new features that will help make your life and your work easier! A changed look of the ribbon, backstage view, conversation help and insert screenshot are just a few of the new features! Watch for details in the July newsletter!

YOUTH EDUCATION Every summer and throughout the year, we offer classes for school-age children through our Spoon River College Youth Programs.

MACOMB SUMMER YOUTH (Entering 1st-3rd grade) Enjoy a fun and exciting week of educational and fun activities!

Participants can attend three 50 minute sessions of their choice each day. Topic choices include Chef for the Day, Digital Photography, Let‟s Go Camping, Sewing, Dairy Days, Wonderful World of Crafts and more… Cost: $15 per class or $45 for three classes. Cost includes supplies and snacks.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center July 11-14, 9-Noon MACOMB SUMMER YOUTH (Entering 4th-6th grade) Enjoy a fun and exciting week of educational and fun activities! Participants can attend three 50 minute sessions of their choice each day.

Topic choices include Chef for the Day, Digital Photography, Let‟s Go Camping, Sewing, Dairy Days, Money Matters, Wonderful World of Crafts and more… Cost: $15 per class or $45 for three classes.

Cost includes supplies and snacks.  Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center July 11-14, 9-Noon

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“SPOON RIVER READS Extends Local Heritage Book Submission Deadline” We are all the heirs to our ancestors’ dreams Spoon River Reads has chosen the beautifully written book My Antonia by Willa Cather for area communities to read, enjoy and discuss this fall. One of My Antonia’s main themes is the story of immigrants arriving to settle the newly opened territory of Nebraska.

Focusing on the immigrant theme, Spoon River Reads coordinators Jenny Beal and Carol Blackfelner are working closely with local author Brooks Carver to compile a book of short stories highlighting our own Spoon River immigrant heritage. Old family photographs and ethnic recipes are also being collected for the book.

“Spoon River Country: the Immigrant Story will feature stories about our Spoon River ancestors as told by their heirs,” Carver stated. “This book will keep our ancestors‟ stories alive and allow for future generations to know and appreciate their heritage.”

“Over twenty-five stories have been submitted since April 1st, but we know there are many more fascinating stories left untold that we want to include in the book” Beal said.

Local artist Mary Ellen Carver has created the cover art taken from a 1910 photograph depicting her own Irish ancestors posed on their porch in the company town of Brereton, Illinois.

“The deadline for submission of the stories has been extended to August 1st to allow more time for community members to turn in a „What‟s Your Story‟ form and/or to complete one-on-one interviews.” The story forms can be picked up and returned at the Parlin-Ingersoll Library, SRC Community Outreach Center, YMCA, YWCA, Crawford Home Furnishings and most local churches.

SPOON RIVER READS invites anyone who has an immigrant story to tell or knows of someone who should be interviewed, to contact Parlin-Ingersoll Library at 647-0328 or SRC Community Outreach Center at 647-6260 or email comread5@gmail.com.

“The Spoon River College Community Chorus will present two programs in 2011-12.”

An American Choral Mosaic: Music by America‟s Great Composers will be presented November 12 and 13. Rehearsals will begin in September. This program includes such composers as Aaron Copland, Randall Thompson, Leonard Bernstein, Robert Shaw, Harry Warren, Duke Ellington, and “Fats” Waller.

Cole, Irving, George, and Jerome will be presented in mid-February. Rehearsals will begin in January. This production will feature the works of Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, and Jerome Kern – the “Kings” of music from the 1930s – 1950s. These composers are famous for single compositions (e.g. White Christmas, Rhapsody in Blue, Let‟s Call the Whole Thing Off) and for such musicals as ANYTHING GOES, PORGY AND BESS, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, and SHOWBOAT.) The Chorus is open to anyone who loves to sing quality music. The chorus currently has about 60 members ranging in age from 15 to 80. Rehearsals are treated like classrooms where participants not only learn the songs but also the history and other information about the songs, composers, and time periods in which the songs were written. Net proceeds from the performances are given to the SRC Foundation for scholarships.

For more information, please contact Carol Davis at 309-647-6395 or visit the website (http://www.src.edu/ foundation/Pages/chorus.aspx) after August 1st.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

Meeting & Conference Space for Rent The Spoon River College Macomb Community Outreach Center is excellent for presentations, workshops, meetings, and conferences! The center includes:  3 presentation classrooms  2 computer labs (6 station & 16 station)  Large lobby  Full serving kitchen  300 capacity conference hall  State-of-the-art technology  Plenty of parking For more information about renting our facility visit us online at www.src.edu/outreachfacilities, or call 309-833-6031, or email velvet.powell@src.edu.

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Spoon River College Community Outreach Contact Information Reach us at:

Phone: 309-647-6260 309-833-6031

Where will Spoon River Take You? We’re on the Web! www.src.edu/outreach www.src.edu/foundation

CANTON

Carol Davis (309) 647-6395

Christa Ingledue (309) 833-6083

Vice President

Grants Coordinator

Velvet Powell (309) 833-6033

Emily Gillett (309) 833-6039

Director of Community Outreach

Foundation Coordinator

Julie Seeley (309) 647-6368

Lori Murphy (309) 647-6260

CO Coordinator Canton/Havana

Senior Office Assistant

Ashley Riggins (309) 833-6032

Nevy White (309) 833-6031

CO Coordinator Macomb/Rushville

Senior Office Assistant

Andrea Barbknecht (309) 647-5886

Now Hiring! (309) 833-6097

CO Coordinator Technology

Campus Assistant

MACOMB

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