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(816) 650-7183 Check out our newest classes:

Scrapbooking, Cardmaking, and

Authentic Indian Cooking II!

Look inside for more classes:

CNA, EMT, Sign Language, The Joy of Outdoor

Cooking, Crochet Made Easy, Photography, &

more!

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Inclement weather cancellations: If the Fort Osage School District is closed due to weather, all

Community and Adult Education classes will also be cancelled and/or rescheduled. Reports of

school closings will be broadcast by 3:15 pm on local TV and radio stations and on the district’s

website. Do not expect phone calls.

Schedule Change: Class minimums must be met before the class will be held. Tuition must be

paid two weeks before the start date.

Refunds: Refunds will not be given after the first night of class. See page 14 of the brochure for

more detailed refund policies.

Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to make this publication accurate as of the publication

date; however, all policies, procedures, tuition/fees are subject to change any time by

appropriate action of instructors and the administration. This publication is not intended to be a

contract, explicit or implied, and the school reserves the right to make changes regarding the

information contained therein. All classes are held at the Fort Osage Career & Technology

Center unless otherwise noted.

We are located on the Fort Osage

School District Campus at:

Career and Technology Center

2101 N Twyman Road

Independence, MO 64058

Office hours are from

8:00 am to 3:30 pm weekdays.

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Medical Coding

Accounting Fundamentals I

Accounting Fundamentals II

Microsoft Access

Become a Veterinary Assistant

Medical Terminology

Six Sigma: Total Quality Applications

Speed Spanish

QuickBooks 2016

Adobe Photoshop CS 6

Grammar Refresher

Effective Business Writing

A to Z Grant Writing

Introduction to SQL

Creating WordPress Websites

Using Social Media in Business

Natural Health and Healing

Creating Web Sites

Computer Skills for the Workplace

Real Estate Investing

And 100’s More Online!

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The Career & Technology Center at Fort Osage can help you take that first important step. We offer an evening program that allows you to earn the following credentials in less than one year.

Firefighter I Certification

Firefighter II Certification

Hazmat Awareness Certification

Hazmat Operations Certification

AHA CPR for the Health Care Provider

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

These credentials are the basic requirements for employment or membership in most urban and rural paid or volunteer fire service organizations.

Our program has been preparing students to enter these career fields since 1994. Our qualified instructors are all career firefighters, paramedics or EMT’s. Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years of age. Students must provide a high school diploma or GED, valid Missouri drivers license and current TB test before the start of class. Students will be required to have a clean background check.

Emergency Medical Technician– Basic, AHA CPR

Minimum Enrollment: 10

Coordinator: Tim Krickle

Start Date: January 24

Meets: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 6:30-10:00 pm

Fees: $1,200

A $600 deposit is due at registration. Payment plan available.

All testing fees and background check fees are the responsibility of the student.

Firefighter 1 & 2, Hazmat Awareness & Operations

Coordinator: Tim Krickle

Fees: $1,600

COMING IN FALL 2017

FIRE & EMT CAREER COURSES

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Medical Coding

Take your first step toward a career as a medical coder! In this course you'll learn how to use the CPT manual and the ICD-10-CM to find medical codes for any disease, condition, treatment, or surgical procedure. This knowledge will prepare you to work almost anywhere in the medical field—doctors' offices, clinics, public health facilities, hospitals, or even the comfort of your own home.

Instructor: Instructor Led Online

Start Dates: January 18, February 15, March 15, April 12, May 17

Meets: ONLINE at www.ed2go.com/fortosage Fee: $99.99

This course is designed to meet the state requirements for becoming a CNA. The course includes 75 hours of classroom instruction and 100 hours of clinical instruction*. Clinical times may vary. Textbook and CPR testing fee included in tuition. Students are responsible for a small supply list, including uniform scrubs in solid colors.

Prerequisites:

Students must be 18 years of age.

A clean background check and registration with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Family Care Safety. This will be completed the first night of class, student must bring a credit/debit card to pay the $13.25 fee online.

A Tuberculosis (TB) skin test within the last 12 months.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment: 10

Coordinator: Urmila Harold


Class Meets: Tuesday & Wednesday, 4:30– 9:00 pm

Clinical Hours: TBD

Fees: $775

All testing fees and background check fees are the responsibility of the student. Full payment must be received by January 24 to hold place in class. First come, first serve.

*Hours of instruction and clinical hours are required by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Students cannot test for CNA Certification if these hours are not completed.

CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT (CNA)

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Become a Community Education Instructor

Do you have a professional skill, talent, or hobby you would like to teach?

We might be just the place for you to share your knowledge. Call us to find

out what it takes to become an instructor and start the process for

proposing a new class!

(816) 650-7183.

Gardening Courses Art in the Garden Almost anything can be art…it’s in the eye of the beholder! You will learn that art could consist of discarded tools, lumber, iron, water, stone, a butterfly feeding station. Mass plantings in arches, circles, or other shapes can provide fun, beauty, and character to your garden.

Instructor: Master Gardener Lu Tarr Date: February 28 Time: 7:00 Fee: Free

Butterfly Gardening Butterflies are pollinators and play an incredibly vital role in the food industry; however, their populations are declining. We need to learn how to sustain their populations. Let’s start with recognizing their needs, and identifying what plants attract them.

Instructor: Master Gardener Lu Tarr Date: March 21 Time: 7:00 Fee: Free

Container Gardening Space does not have to limit your gardening. Containers of all sizes, sorts, and shapes can be used anywhere for your foliage and flowering plants, and vegetables. We will learn various plant requirements that are a must for success.

Instructor: Master Gardener Lu Tarr Date: April 17 Time: 7:00 Fee: Free

Speaker Information: Lu Tarr

Lu Tarr became a Master Gardener in 2010. Her volunteer efforts include Speakers Bureau, Kansas City FL&G Show, Garden ‘n Grow, the Master Gardener Hotline, and various children’s education programs. Lu enjoys the outdoors as much as she can while working several part-time jobs as a floral designer, a farm tour guide, orchard supervisor, and a plant specialist at a garden center. She also enjoys working with the public while incorporating nature and gardening into everyone’s lives. She is always working in her yard and is constantly updating her landscaping. Lu also enjoys volunteering in the local 4-H program teaching Horticulture.

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Fort Osage Adult Ed

@FOADULTED

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Personal Computers

Come learn about how to use the internet, upload photos using scanners,

printers, and how to burn a cd. This class will also teach you how to use

some social media sites and how to play music. Personal Computers is

designed to teach you what you want to learn about!

Instructor: Lynette Morris

Start Date: April 19

Meets: Wednesdays, 7:00– 9:00 pm

(3 Sessions)

Fee: $45.00

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013

Expand your basic skills in Excel to

create charts, graphs, and tables

with your data! Learn how to

format data to create professional

visuals.



Meets: Tuesdays, 7:00– 9:00 pm

(4 Sessions)

Fee: $50.00

Computer Courses Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013

This basic class will teach you how

to create sheets, format them, add

formulas, and short cuts. Excel is

often used to store financial

information, manage small business

inventory and books, and manage

any kind of data.


Start Date: March 21


(4 Sessions)

Fee: $50.00

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Language Courses Beginning Sign Language

Learn all about the art of sign language. You will learn vocabulary, practice signing, and reception skills with sentences, questions, dialogues, and games. You will also learn about American Sign Language features, finger spelling, and facts about deaf culture.

Instructor: Dr. Lisa Hecht


Meets: Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm (7 Sessions)

Fee: $55

Advanced Sign Language

Now that you have mastered beginning sign language, it’s time to build your skills! This class is for anyone who has taken Beginning Sign Language with us or those who have a basic knowledge. There will be a different topic each week based on signs you’d find in everyday life, each lesson will be filled with vocabulary, sentences, narratives, and dialogues. You’ll have tons of practice to learn the language!

Instructor: Dr. Lisa Hecht


Meets: Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm (8 Sessions)

Fee: $60

Missouri Department of Conservation

Hunter Education Skills Session

Enrollment for this class is found on the Missouri Department of Conservation’s website: https://mdc.mo.gov

All enrollments require having the self-directed learning accomplished prior to taking the skills session. There is no fee for this class, it is free.

Skills Sessions are held at the Career and Technology Center on:

January 17 & 19, February 14 & 16, April 18 & 20

6:00 pm- 10:00 pm

Fee: Free

Hunter’s Education

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Couples Wellness Massage

Bring your significant other to safely and comfortably learn how to use massage techniques to help improve your health! Couples will learn therapeutic touch and how to massage stress away using techniques to melt muscle tension. Students will also learn full body massage and ways to adapt their homes into a convenient “get-away”! Please wear comfortable clothes.

Instructor: Jill Wenger

Start Date: February 6 & 13 or April 10 & 17

Meets: Mondays, 6:00-8:30 pm (2 Sessions)

Fee: $60 per couple

Discovering Essential Oils

We have designed this introductory class as a fun and educational look into the history, products, and benefits of oils as well as how to use them topically, aromatically, and internally. Students will learn what carrier oils to use, how the vitaflex techniques are used, and the most popular everyday oils and uses for each. Students will also have the opportunity to get a zyto-scan to learn what oils would benefit them most. ($20 payable to instructor for scan).

Instructors: Heidee Hakes and Melanie Daniels

Start Dates: February 6 or March 20

Meets: Monday, 7:00-8:30 pm (1 Session)

Fee: $25

Surprise your Valentine with a

class for the both of you!

Health and Wellness Courses

Essential Oils Make & Take

Discover the uses of essential oils at our Make & Take workshop! In this class we will be making everyday useful items using various essential oils. This is a great class for those who already use oils and also for those new to the oil world! February 13 is making: Valentine’s Day themed pillow mist, body butter and lip gloss. April 10 is making: bug spray, bath bomb, and hand soap. Sign up for one or both classes! Instructors: Heidee Hakes & Melanie Daniels

Start Date: February 13 & April 10

Meets: Monday, 7:00-8:30 pm (1 Session)

Fee: $25

Supply Fee: $20 (payable to instructors)

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Accounting Fundamentals

Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you. You'll get hands-on experience with handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various common banking activities.

Instructor: Instructor Led Online Course

Start Dates: January 18, February 15, March 15, April 12, May 17

Meets: ONLINE at www.ed2go.com/fortosage

Fee: $99.99

Social Security Are you aware of the new rules for Social Security in 2016? Thinking about retiring soon? How does the new tax rules affect your social security benefit? Making the wrong choices may cost you bundles of dollars. Come learn how to plan it!

Instructor: Emmett Brady

Date: April 25

Meets: Tuesday, 6:30pm—9:00pm

(1 session)

Fee: $20.00

Retirement Planning Are you planning to retire soon? Did you change jobs or get laid off? Learn how to rollover your 401K or profit sharing plan, about the new rules on pension portability, and pre-59 1/2 rules for early retirement. Discover how to invest your nest egg and provide income.




(2 sessions)

Fee: $30.00

Estate Planning

Do you need a will or a trust? Which option is the best for your family? Come learn about avoiding probate, power of attorney, living will, and more. This course will help you sort through the estate tax maze and choose what strategy is best for you.




(2 sessions)

Fee: $30.00

Financial Courses

Investing 101 Are you fed up with low interest rates? Not earning enough on your CD’s or savings accounts? Learn about investing strategies, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to manage your retirement and financial needs.


Start Date: February 21


(2 sessions)

Fee: $30.00

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Scrapbooking Basics Students in this class will learn basic scrapbooking design and techniques. A two-page layout will be made during each class session and each session will build upon skill previously learned. Stamping techniques will also be incorporated into this class. Students will need to bring a 12 inch paper cutter and the adhesive of their choice.

Instructor: Dana Terry Start Date: April 4

Meets: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm (3 sessions)

Fee: $45.00

Supply Fee: $30.00

FORT OSAGE EDUCATION FOUNDATION

F.O.R.C.E. is a nonprofit 501c3 that raises private dollars to support

the Fort Osage School District. Our mission is to create and channel

philanthropic efforts that support grants for special classroom

projects, college scholarships and future endeavors.

Special Interest Courses Cardmaking 101 The price of purchasing retail greeting cards has become outrageous! Come to this class and learn how to create beautiful greeting cards at a fraction of the price. Students will create 10 cards using a variety of techniques and need to bring their adhesive of choice.

Instructor: Dana Terry Start Date: February 1

Meets: Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30 pm (2 sessions)

Fee: $35.00

Supply Fee: $10.00

Advanced Cardmaking This class will teach students how to make beautiful greeting cards that contain advanced techniques such as special folds, cards that move, and more! Students will need to bring the adhesive of their choice.

Instructor: Dana Terry Start Date: February 15

Meets: Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30 pm (2 sessions)

Fee: $35.00

Supply Fee: $12.00

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Photography 101

Want to know more about taking pictures with your digital camera? Learn how: shutter speed affects action images; aperture (F-stops) affects Depth of Field; ISO affects aperture and shutter speed. Learn about lenses, composition, and portrait basics. Take the next step toward capturing moments you will want to keep forever.

Instructor: Randy Edmonds

Start Date: February 2

Meets: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm

(6 sessions, No Class Feb 9, Off Campus Class, Saturday, March 11, TBD)

Fee: $75.00

Authentic Indian Cooking II

Have you taken Authentic Indian Cooking I and could not get enough? This class is for you! Fort Osage Adult & Community Education proudly presents Authentic Indian Cooking II! Come learn more Indian recipes from North India and further develop your knowledge and culinary skills.

Instructor: Francis Harold


Meets: Mondays, 6:00-9:00 pm (3 sessions)

Fee: $55.00

Supply Fee: $15.00

Authentic Indian Cooking I

Do you like Indian food? Have you ever wished you could cook it right in your home? If the answer is yes, then you have a great opportunity! Taught by an instructor from North India, this class is a great way of learning about spices used in Indian cooking and some delicious recipes.

Instructor: Francis Harold


Meets: Mondays, 6:00-9:00 pm (3 sessions)

Fee: $55.00

Supply Fee: $15.00

Special Interest Courses

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Arm Knitting Come learn how to knit with your arms! This super fast method of knitting will yield you a hand made cowl, scarf, or blanket in no time! No prior knowledge of knitting required. First class supplies provided.

Instructor: Rosie Farmer Start Date: April 19

Meets: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm (3 sessions) Fee: $30.00

Supply Fee: $6.00

The Joy of Outdoor Cooking

This class explores the world of outdoor cooking with friends and family. The art of old fashioned outdoor cooking including open fire, wood coals, charcoal, and modern technology is discussed. Methods taught will include dutch ovens, natural husks, foil dinners and more! Everyone is encouraged to share their experiences and recipes!

Instructor: Jim Beachner


Meets: Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm (2 sessions)

Fee: $30.00

Supply Fee: $4.00 (payable to instructor)

Special Interest Courses Crochet Made Easy

This beginners workshop will teach you how to crochet. We will learn basic stitches, color changes, and finishing. Students will work on a project they are interested in or one can be provided. Required materials for this class are: one skein of yarn in a solid, light color and a crochet hook size I-9 or J-10.

Instructor: Rosie Farmer Start Date: February 1


Intermediate Crochet

Do you already know how to crochet? This class picks up where Crochet Made Easy ends! Skills such as working in the round, foundation row special stitches, and advanced stitches will be taught along with a project of your choosing. Required materials for this class are: one skein of yarn in a solid, light color and a crochet hook size I-9 or J-10 for practice and those suitable for a project of your choosing.

Instructor: Rosie Farmer Start Date: March 22


THINGS TO KNOW

Enrollment Policy: Each class needs a minimum enrollment. If this minimum is not met one week prior to the start date, the class may be cancelled and you will be eligible for a full refund. All students will be notified by phone if a cancellation is made due to enrollment. The Fire/EMT Academy courses are subject to a background screening and admittance will be based on a clean background check. Completion Certificate: Completion certificates will be awarded for those students maintaining an 80% attendance record. FERPA Disclosure to Parents: When a student turns 18 years old or enters a postsecondary institution at any age, all rights afforded to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. Fort Osage Adult Education allows students to sign a waiver authorizing parents access to their progress and payment history. Otherwise, all student information MUST be obtained by the parent from the student as it is our legal obligation under FERPA to protect this information. Discounts: Discounts accepted only after class has met minimum enrollment requirements. Free tuition for Fort Osage employees taking job related/approved courses, 15% discount for Fort Osage employees, 5% discount for immediate family members of Fort Osage Employees, 15% discount for senior citizens. Discounts DO NOT apply to online courses.

REFUND POLICY In all situations where a class has been cancelled due to lack of adequate enrollment, a student will receive a full refund. If a student contacts the Adult Education office by the deadline: two weeks prior to the first session of the certification courses (below) or one week prior to the non-certified courses, a full refund will be granted. Students are responsible for the risk of changes in personal affairs or health. If you are unable to attend, you may send a friend or family member. Just call the office with their name prior to the start of the class. If a refund is requested following the deadline of a certification course only, the registration fees will not be refunded including days of attendance. See additional information regarding certification course refunds below. Firefighter—Tuition $1600 Certification Course $800 Non-Refundable Registration Fee—Deduct $25 per session attended—NO REFUNDS AFTER NOVEMBER 1 FOR FALL COURSE, NO REFUNDS AFTER APRIL 1 FOR SPRING COURSE EMT—Tuition $1200 Certification Course $600 Non-Refundable Registration Fee—Deduct $25 per session attended—NO REFUNDS AFTER NOVEMBER 1 FOR FALL COURSE, NO REFUNDS AFTER APRIL 1 FOR SPRING COURSE

POLICIES No tobacco products are allowed in the CTC building – Smoking outside will ONLY be allowed a minimum of 50 feet away from the front entrances/doorways. Smoking areas should be in the student’s/staff member’s vehicle or the north end of the building by the sidewalk/gravel area. Violation of this rule will result in a written warning the first time followed by dismissal on a second occurrence. Students will be removed IMMEDIATELY from the course if caught smoking inside the CTC building. No refunds will be given if removed due to rules violations or disciplinary matters. Alcohol and drug use is strictly prohibited on district property and will result in immediate dismissal with no refund. Disruptive/demeaning, obscene, vulgar or threatening language or conduct is prohibited. This includes the use of hate language to demean other persons due to race, gender, disability, natural origin or religious beliefs. This provision also includes conduct, verbal, written or symbolic speech which materially and substantially disrupts class. Theft or Vandalism - Actions will result in legal consequences in addition to removal from course without refund of tuition or certification. Inappropriate Use of Technology/Equipment Use of any technology or equipment in an inappropriate way may result in immediate dismissal from the course. All students are encouraged to share ANY of their concerns in regards to the course, classroom/lab areas, instructor(s), adult education staff or building in general with Susie Gouldsmith. Mrs. Gouldsmith may request the concern in writing. All concerns will be investigated and dealt with in a prompt manner. Please note, this is an adult education course and the adult education staff can/will only discuss class or student matters with the student and not the parent (s), grandparent (s), spouse, girlfriend/boyfriend, cousin, aunt/uncle, etc. The student’s records and participation in the course are protected by the law and will not be discussed without the presence and permission of the student. No refunds will be given if removed due to rules violations or disciplinary matters.

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Revised 2016 Fort Osage R-1 School District

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation in its programs, activities or employment practices.

Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies may be directed to the District’s Section 504 Coordinator, Title VI Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator, Americans with Disabilities Act (Title II) Coordinator, Age Discrimination Act and Age Discrimination in Employment Act Coordinator, and/or Title VII Coordinator. The individuals who serve in these roles are subject to change, and are therefore identified on the District’s website at www.fortosage.net. Inquiries may also be directed to the Gragg

Administration Center, 2101 N. Twyman Road, Independence, Missouri 64058, telephone number 816-650-7004 or 816-650-7011.

Section 504 Coordinator Americans with Disabilities Act Title IX Coordinator (Title II) Coordinator Leigh Gruber, Director John Ruddy, Assistant Superintendent Anissa Gastin, Assistant Superintendent Student Support Services Support Services Human Resources Any person may also contact the Kansas City Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the District’s compliance with Section 504, Title II, Title VI, Title IX, and the Age Discrimination Act.

Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education

8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037 Kansas City, MO 64114-3302 Telephone: 816-268-0550

Any person may also contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for concerns relating to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, or Title VII. Robert A. Young Federal Building

1222 Spruce Street Room 8.100

St. Louis, MO 63103

Telephone: 800-669-4000

Other agencies dealing with non-discrimination issues include: Missouri Commission for Human Rights U.S. Department of Justice

Department of Labor and Industrial Relations 950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW

P.O. Box 1129, 3315 W. Truman Blvd. Washington, DC 20530-0001

Telephone: 573-751-3325 Telephone: 202-353-1555

http://www.fortosage.net

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