community resource packet - spring 2013
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Community Partner Resource Packet
Spring 2013
Keyla E. Kirton
Coordinator of Recruitment, Research & Development
Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC)
Farmingdale State College
Hooper Hall, 210
2350 Broadhollow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
tel. 631-420-2498
fax 631-420-2498/2510
www.farmingdale.edu/lieoc
Farmingdale State College State University of New York
Community Partner Resource Packet
Spring 2013
Dear Community Partners:
Enclosed you will find everything you need to refer prospective students to our program for the Spring 2013semester.
Early Bird Spring 2013 RegistrationApplicants will be able to apply online beginning October 1, 2012. Applications will be accepted andprocessed on-going and online at www.farmingdale.edu/lieoc for this early bird registration. Once prospectscomplete the online application they will need to contact their nearest location (Brentwood, Farmingdale,Hempstead) for the eligibility requirements and to secure an appointment with a counselor.
Walk-In RegistrationWalk-in registration will be held on January 14, 15, and 16, 10am-1pm and 4pm-7pm. During walk-inregistration, students will meet with counselors and staff. They may also test (testing time is approximately2 hrs). Academic advisement will also be available. Please keep in mind that programs are filled based onavailability.
In addition to eligibility requirements, we have included updated program flyers; a staff contact list, and ourFall 2012 academic calendar. The spring 2013 academic calendar will be available on our website mid-October.
If you have any questions regarding this packet, our programs, or course offerings please do not hesitate tocontact me directly.
We look forward to assisting you and your community.
Keyla KirtonKeyla E. Kirton,Coordinator of Recruitment, Research and Development
Brentwood1090-A Suffolk AvenueBrentwood, NY 11717
(631) 434-3740
FarmingdaleHooper Hall
Farmingdale State CollegeFarmingdale, NY 11735
(631) 420-2280
Hempstead269 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550(516) 489-8705
Educational Opportunity Center Facts
Often confused with the Economic Opportunity Commission, the Educational Opportunity Centers make up the only free program in the State University of New York.
While there are 12 Educational Opportunity Centers in New York State, the Long Island EOC is the largest of them all.
Prospect
Form
Application
The prospect inquiry form is available on our website at:
www.farmindgale.edu/lieoc
The complete application for all programs will be
emailed once the prospective inquiry form is completed
along with the eligibility requirements.
(Should be completed before counseling appointment)
Counseling
Appointment
Once application is completed, applicants should bring eligibility requirements to this appointment for admission
decision to be determined.
TABE or ESL
Testing
The results from the TABE or ESL entrance testing along
with income, identification, and other eligibility require-
ments provided to the counselor will determine appli-
cant’s acceptance or denial into the program.
Decision
For more information about our relationship with Farmingdale State College
For information about the University Center for Academic and Workforce Develop-
ment—our sponsoring institution under State University of New York.
Brian Maher, Director
631-420-2335
Chuck Miranda,
Coordinator of Outside Programs
631-434-3740
Keyla E. Kirton,
Coordinator of Recruitment, Research, and Development
631-420-2498
If you’re interested in an informative presentation for fellow staff or groups of
prospective students, or if you’d like to be added to our mailing list
For information regarding options available for community organizations interest-
ed in programs on their premises. In addition to academic and vocational pro-
grams, outside programs include our experienced instructors and support services
staff offering counseling, job readiness training, life skills training, computer liter-
acy training, and more!
Cheryl Canton
Coordinator of Student Support Services, Job Placements, College Connection
631-420-2503
For information regarding student eligibility, please contact one of our senior
counselors below:
Casey Bond, Senior Counselor, Hempstead 516-489-8705 ext. 21
David Groden, Senior Counselor, Farmingdale 631-420-2280
Annette Wyche, Senior Counselor, Brentwood 631-434-3740
Darleyne Mayers, Job Development 516-489-8705
Staci Gardner, College Connection Coordinator 631-420-2280
Long Island Educational Opportunity Center Contact List
If you have any questions regarding income documentation, eligibility requirements, or any of our
programs, please speak with a counselor. All eligibility documentation will be held in strict confidence.
To be considered for admission into the Long Island Educational Opportunity Center, you must bring in all of the the following documents that apply to you when you meet with the counselor:
Applicants with college degrees earned in the U.S. are not eligible.
EXCEPTION: Applicants with college degrees earned outside of the U.S. are eligible for ESL courses only.
I. Proof of New York State Residency for More Than 1 Year
NY State Driver’s License or NY State Identification Card
or Benefit Card
II. Proof of Identification
Social Security Card or
Tax Identification Number
III. Proof of Financial Need
2011 Federal Tax Return (Form 1040)
AND Any one of the following additional documents that may apply to you:
Unemployment Letter
DSS Budget Print-out
Rent or Utility Receipt
SSI Award Letter
Copy of Lease/Section 8
IV. Proof of Academic Need High School Diploma or GED for applicants interested in College Preparation or Vocational Programs
Farmingdale State College, Hooper Hall 2350 Broadhollow Road Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 631-420-2280
Hempstead 269 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550 516-489-8705
Brentwood 1090-A Suffolk Avenue Brentwood, NY 11717
631-434-3740
Long Island Educational Opportunity Center
Admission Requirements
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Spring 2013
January 14-16 (M-W)………………………….… Registration
January 17-18 (Th-F)..……………………..…… TABE testing
January 21 (M) …………………..... No Classes (MLK Holiday)
January 28 (M) ……………………….………… Classes Begin
February 18-22 (M-F) ……….… No Classes (Presidents’ Week)
March 25-29 (M-F) …………..….… No Classes (Spring Break)
May 10 (F) ………………………………...Last Day of Classes
May 13(M) ……………………………………...… Grades Due
May 13-17 (M-F) .………………………………… Post TABE
TBA………..………….……………………. Recognition Night
Many new college students are required to take remediation or pre-requisite courses to qualify for
their desired college curriculum. The tuition for these non- credit bearing courses is the same as that for
traditional college courses.
The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center is part of the State University of New York at Farmingdale.
We have offered the following classes at no cost to qualifying students for over 40 years:
• Remedial English• Remedial Math• College Preparatory English• Beginning Algebra Module I, II• Intermediate Algebra• Biology w/lab• Chemistry w/lab
~ Day and Evening classes available
~ GED classes also available
*Financial eligibility required
Before paying college tuition for these courses . . . Visit our website at: www.farmingdale.edu/lieocor contact us at one of our three instructional locations:
FREE*College Preparation
Hempstead269 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550(516) 489-8705
Brentwood1090-A Suffolk Avenue Brentwood, NY 11717
(631) 434-3740
FarmingdaleHooper Hall
Farmingdale State CollegeFarmingdale, NY 11735
(631) 420-2280
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*Financial eligibility required
The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center, part of the State University Of New York, is offering
FREE* courses in GED preparation at the following locations:
Hempstead269 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550(516) 489-8705
Brentwood1090-A Suffolk Avenue Brentwood, NY 11717
(631) 434-3740
FarmingdaleHooper Hall
Farmingdale State CollegeFarmingdale, NY 11735
(631) 420-2280
Before the GED test changes
(New GED January 2014)
All current GED scores will be voided
after January 2014
It’s Free*. . . For more information on
High School Equivalency Preparation contact:
Keyla Kirton @1.631.420.2498
GEDGET IT NOW!!
Preparation
If You Don’t Have A High School Diploma
Prepare college
learn new skill
while your childrenare in school!
The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center is part
of the State University of New York at Farmingdale.
We offer FREE* courses in the following areas:
• GED Preparation
• College Preparation
• Business and Technology
• English as a Second Language
• Allied Health Certificate Programs
~ Day and evening classes available ~
*Financial eligibility required
For more information or to apply:
Visit our website at: www.farmingdale.edu/lieoc
Or contact us at one of our three instructional locations:
for
ora
Hempstead269 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550(516) 489-8705
Brentwood1090-A Suffolk Avenue Brentwood, NY 11717
(631) 434-3740
FarmingdaleHooper Hall
Farmingdale State CollegeFarmingdale, NY 11735
(631) 420-2280
ATTAIN Computer Lab Advanced Technology Training and Informa4on Networking
The Hempstead and Brentwood units of the LIEOC are the proud hosts to SUNY ATTAIN labs.
Funded by the New York State Legislature the SUNY ATTAIN labs are designed to provide members of impoverished communiGes with access to new technologies, self-‐directed educaGonal and career-‐oriented training, and MicrosoK MOS and MTA cerGficaGon training.
The lab offers over 32 computer-‐based occupaGonal, academic, and self-‐development courses that give users the ability to work toward both educaGonal and career-‐related goals. All SUNY ATTAIN services are provided at no cost.
For more informaGon on the ATTAIN lab near you please phone
Brentwood at 631/434-‐3740
Hempstead at 516/489-‐8705
University Center for Academic and Workforce Development All services are provided at no cost.
SSUUNNYY AATTTTAAIINN** LLAABBSS
All Services are provided at no cost.
* Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking
To set up an appointment
Come discover the benefits of an ATTAIN community learning lab.
Study at Your Own Pace
Self-directed software learning packages
o Microsoft Office™ Suite Certification (MOS)
o Microsoft™ Technical Associate Certification (MTA)
o Computer Literacy
o English for Speakers of Other Languages
o Financial Literacy
o Employability Skills
o GED Preparation
o Reading and Math Skills for Adults
o Computer-based Keyboarding
o Child Care Worker
o Building Maintenance
o Office Skills
o Parenting Skills
Proudly hosted by the …
1090A Suffolk Avenue, Brentwood
631/434-3740
SSUUNNYY AATTTTAAIINN** LLAABB
All Services are provided at no cost.
* Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking
to set up an appointment
Come discover the benefits of an ATTAIN community learning lab.
Study at Your Own Pace
Self-directed software learning packages
o Microsoft Office™ Suite Certification (MOS)
o Microsoft™ Technical Associate Certification (MTA)
o Computer Literacy
o English for Speakers of Other Languages
o Financial Literacy
o Employability Skills
o GED Preparation
o Reading and Math Skills for Adults
o Computer-based Keyboarding
o Child Care Worker
o Building Maintenance
o Office Skills
o Parenting Skills
Proudly hosted by the …
269 Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY
516/489-8705