The mission of Harrison County Lifelong Learning is to provide access to a wide range of education and training opportunities for the adult residents of the Harrison County, Indiana area.
As an adult education facility formed in 2001 by Harrison County Government, Lifelong Learning serves self-motivated students by offering a variety of educational opportunities at the local level. The center partners with several educational institutions and community resources to increase the skills and abilities of local citizens while empowering and enriching their lives in an effort to promote a lifetime of learning.
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Ivy Tech Classes Scheduled for 8-week Summer Session
Each semester Harrison County Lifelong Learning offers Ivy Tech Community College classes via the Internet and 2-way video technology. Distance education allows students greater flexibility to attend college and often without the travel expenses related to on-campus classes. For a complete list of classes available during the Summer 2009 session, please visit the Post Secondary Opportunities page.
Prospective students can learn about Ivy Tech's academic programs, student life activities, and financial aid options by contacting Ivy Tech Admissions at (812) 246-3301 ext. 4136.
SAT/ACT Test Preparation Classes Continue Through May 2009
Each year Harrison County Lifelong Learning offers SAT/ACT Test Preparation classes to high school students preparing for the college entrance exams. The classes are offered one day a week for 4 weeks before an official test is to be administered. In addition to class time, students receive a full length, proctored and scored practice test on a Saturday morning and 1-year subscription to the TestGEAR online software. The final class for the 2008-2009 school season begins on Tuesday, May 5, 2009. Call the learning center to register!
Spring Computer Education Classes Scheduled
Harrison County Lifelong Learning has scheduled several computer education classes for the 2nd Quarter of 2009. Day and evening classes are available. Please visit our Computer Education page for more information and a downloadable schedule with class descriptions, days, times and cost.
Harrison County Community Foundation Awards Lifelong Learning
Harrison County Community Foundation recently awarded Lifelong Learning with a grant of $4,000.00 to purchase two-way video conferencing equipment. The equipment will allow Lifelong Learning to increase students' access to distance learning opportunities through Ivy Tech Community College. Video conferencing technology will bring a greater variety of college classes to Harrison County as well as offer students who juggle school, work and family commitments greater flexibility to complete assignments.
Thank you Harrison County Community Foundation for your support!
