Adult Education
Welcome to Syracuse City School District's Adult Education!
We're here to help you achieve your academic and career goals, no matter where you are on your journey. Whether you're seeking your high school diploma, improving your English language skills, exploring career options, or looking for flexible learning options, we have a program for you.
Our Programs:
- Adult Basic Education (ABE): Strengthen your foundational skills in reading, writing, and math to prepare for further education or career opportunities.
- English as a Second Language (ESL): Improve your English language skills to communicate effectively in your daily life, workplace, and community.
- High School Equivalency (HSE): Earn your high school diploma and open doors to college, training programs, and better jobs.
- Career and Technical Education (CTE): Gain hands-on training and skills in high-demand fields to launch a fulfilling career.
- Distance Education: Learn at your own pace and on your own schedule with our online learning options.
We're here to support you every step of the way. Our dedicated teachers and staff will provide you with personalized attention and guidance to help you succeed.
Take the first step towards a brighter future. Contact us today to learn more about our programs and how to enroll.
For ABE and GED Programs, in person or through Distance Education, please call: (315) 435-4115.
For ESL Programs, please call: (315) 435-5801
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English as a New Language at |
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Our Wrap Around Service |
Food Service Program at the Rescue Mission |
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| North | South | East | West | RAP | WSLC |
| Blossom Horton (315) 435-6000 x5576 bhorton2@scsd.us |
Javier Garcia (315) 435-6000 x5574 jgarcia@scsd.us |
Daud Ahmed (315) 751-3388 dahmed@scsd.us |
Jocelyn Bowen (315) 435-6000 x2124 jbowen@scsd.us |
Stephanie Horton (315) 435-5801 shorton-centore@scsd.us |
(315) 435-4013 wslc@scsd.us |
LINKS to COMMUNITY RESOURCES to help during COVID-19:
Emergency Broadband Benefit
| COVID-19 testing regional triage hotline (315) 464-3979 |
Onondaga County Assistance Programs | SCSD Meal Pick-up Sites | Navigating Economic Hardship During the COVID-19 Crisis |
| Child Care Solutions (315) 446-1220 |
CNY Works page for applying for unemployment | Economic impact payments: What you need to know | IRS Free File: Do Your Federal Taxes for Free |
| Senior Help Line (315) 218-1987 |
Meals on Wheels (315) 478-5948 |
List of Food Pantries in the Syracuse-area | WIC 307 Gifford Street, Syracuse, N.Y. 13204 (315) 435-3304 |
| CNY Diaper Bank distribution centers Healthy Families |
Food Bank of CNY | Food-Banks.org | Daily Home Screening Form for Attending or Sending Children Back to School |
| PBS Kids games, videos, and activities | Homework Helper Websites | Mayor's COVID-19 Page | Community and Social Service Resources |
Do you...
- Need a high school diploma?
- Want to know if you are ready for the High School Equivalency (HSE) exam?
- Have a diploma but want to brush up on reading or math skills?
- Want to improve your English language skills?
- Want to enter a career training program?
- Want assistance with creating a resume?
- Want to gain skills to improve your job?
- Want to be able to help your children with their homework?
What can Adult Education do for me?
The programs in our Adult Education program are designed to assist you in the development of your skills and knowledge for today’s workplace.
The HSE Program is available on a full or part time basis to accommodate your busy schedule.
We also offer the HSE program in satellite sites around the city if traveling downtown is not convenient.
If you need to study at home, we offer HSE Distance Learning Home Study Programs.
Whatever your circumstances may be, we will work with you to achieve your goals.
The Syracuse Literacy Zones are Working for YOU!
Need help connecting to local resources? The Syracuse City School District has four Literacy Zones where we serve adults and their families as they pursue education, career and family goals. Our case managers can assist in setting up a personal plan for you to achieve your goals.
