Leon County Public Library

*General library services: books, media materials for check out including CDs, DVD's, audio books, magazines, reference resources *Children's library services: "Baby Time", for children 0-30 months, children's story time for 3-5 years *Homework Hub: a free after school program for K-8th grade students that offers academic tutoring services from volunteers via Zoom on a variety of subjects *Meeting rooms, Adult Literacy Program, English as a Second Language, computers with internet access and an on-line database of magazines, newspapers and charitable organizations *Reference desk area has file on clubs and civic organizations *Branches: *Lake Jackson, 3840-300 N Monroe St, Huntington Oaks Plaza *Northeast, 5513 Thomasville Rd *Dr B L Perry, Jr, 2817 S Adams St *Fort Braden, 16327 Blountstown Hwy *Eastside, 1583 Pedrick Rd *Woodville, 8000 Old Woodville Rd *Not all branches have similar, extensive services; call to verify

Services: English as a Second Language, Library Services, Literacy Programs, Public Internet Access Sites, Tutoring Services, Volunteer Opportunities

Leon County Public Library, Literacy Volunteers of Leon

*Provide free and confidential tutoring on an individual basis, to anyone age 16 and older wishing to learn how to read and write or study for the GED.

Services: English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Literacy Programs, Tutoring Services, Volunteer Opportunities

Leon County Schools, Adult and Community Education

*Classroom programs for persons 16 and older: GED classes, classes teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), high school classes for students who want to improve a grade and adults missing credits, and two programs serving adults with special needs *GED testing has four subjects divided into separate exams; Reasoning Through Language Arts (150 minutes with a 10-minute break), Mathematics Reasoning (115 minutes), Science (90 minutes), Social Studies (70 minutes); at least 145 points are required on each exam to pass; each exam costs $32 and retakes cost $12 *Some of the GED and ESOL courses are available online *Most classes are $40 a semester with the exception of the classes for adults with special needs which do not have a fee

Services: Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Special Education, Student Disability Services

Liberty County Schools

*Schools in Bristol: Early Learning Center, W R Tolar K-8, Liberty County High, Liberty County Adult School and Bristol Youth Academy *Liberty Learning Center (Horizons) Alternative School serves students with behavioral and academic needs; students may be admitted by expulsion, a court order or pending charges, or home zoned school placement *Hosford Schools: Elementary and Junior High

Services: Adult Basic Education, Alternative Education, Elementary Schools, Preschools, School Districts, Secondary/High Schools

PAEC, Migrant Education Program

*Identifies migrant families, specifically with school-age children and assists in registering them for school, providing English classes and health screenings before they enter school *Assists with meeting basic needs in food, clothing, and social services through referrals to appropriate health and social services *Nutrition education, early intervention, tutorial and summer programs for school children, and Interpretation and translation services

Services: GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Migrant Education Programs, Summer School Programs

Tallahassee, City TEMPO

*Services for disconnected youth, ages 16-24, who are not in school and may or may not be employed, depending on employment circumstances *Path to essential services, vocational education opportunities, short-term apprenticeships with local organizations, and workforce training through job placement *Participants referred for screening and assessment for GED examination; assigned to a specialist and complete a five-week course until exam administration *If a participant already has a diploma or GED, a CSCR specialist will assist with job training and placement *Proactive crime prevention initiative which connects with at-risk youth and addresses underlying issues *Employment partnerships in retail, hospitality, education, government, info technology, healthcare, and manufacturing *While in the program, a participant will be dismissed for an arrest or if on probation, a violation

Services: Employment Preparation, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Juvenile Delinquency Prevention, Vocational Education

Tallahassee Men's Center, Teen Challenge

*Adult men's (18+) licensed counseling services and faith-based year-long residential programs for recovery from substance abuse and other life controlling addictions which accepts referrals from court system including men from outside of the Big Bend area *Program requires biblical study, regular church attendance, one-on-one mentoring, job training and active work in micro-business run by the program; GED study available when needed *Paperwork required includes a picture ID (driver’s license, state ID), a social security card (or letter from SS office stating you have applied), medical paperwork/tests (Physical, TB, HIV, HEP-C tests results), Medical Insurance Card (if covered, for incidental medical needs); Green Card (if a non-citizen permanent resident) *No private insurance accepted, not-for-profit is a low cost program $200 a month or $1800 a year (non-refundable) that turns no one away; those without funds work to pay for their treatment; clients on disabilty may be offered an alternative option

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Faith Based Counseling, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities, Telemental Health

Taylor County Schools

*Education for students (K-12) and adults in Taylor County *Head Start, Pre-K and Big Bend Technical College are part of the school system *Provides exceptional student education programs for students ages 3-21 who have disabilities and students who are gifted *BBTC provides vocational and adult basic education through initial employment training, career advancement, and GED instruction

Services: Adult Basic Education, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Head Start, Preschools, School Districts, Special Education, Vocational Education

TCC, Adult Education, GED, ESL Programs

*Adult Basic Education, GED and Adult ESOL Programs teach basic skills (reading, writing and mathematics) *Improves basic reading, writing and computing skills for individuals (16 and over) preparing for the GED exam and workforce skills *Adult ESL for students (16 and over) whose first language is not English and who are no longer attending public schools *Career Advising Program for career planning *Classes held on TCC's campus and community sites around area in three hour blocks, 9AM-Noon or 6PM-9PM.

Services: Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Literacy Programs

TCC, Gadsden Center

*Adult education, GED/ESOL classes, non-credit courses, community workshops, training in a variety of industries *Academic advising, financial aid/scholarships, help securing vocational rehabilitation job opportunities, career services and other *Anyone from surrounding counties may participate in classes and activities *Fully equipped computer lab used to access online applications, develop cover letters and resumes and find out more about training opportunities; staff is available to review resumes and offer tips and suggestions to improve job searches

Services: Adult Basic Education, Continuing Education, Employment Preparation, English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Job Finding Assistance