The following Academic courses are designed to assist you in expanding your educational opportunities and enhance your community involvement. These courses are open entry/open exit and are subject to program eligibility requirements and space availability.

HSE – 503  HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY
Locations: Cutler, Hanford, Porterville, Lindsay, Dinuba CA
Daily Schedule: Varies, contact the administrative office
Prerequisites: Must pass the pre-assessment tests. Must take CASAS 130 Assessment 

Description: HSE Preparation classes are offered to students who were unable to finish high school and are seeking an alternative to a high school diploma. Classroom curriculum revolves around four content areas (Reasoning through Language Arts (Writing and Reading), Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies) in which all students will be tested to receive a high school equivalency credential. After classroom instruction is completed, students will be referred to a local HSE testing center to take the official GED or HiSET exam.

Language of Instruction: The William M. Maguy School of Education offers its High School Equivalency (HSE) program in both English and Spanish. HSE Instructors are bilingual and sufficiently qualified to teach the HSE subjects. HSE classes are equipped with English and Spanish textbooks and other supplemental materials so that students are able to receive quality instruction in the language of their choice. Please note that the requirement for this class is the HSE Practice Tests conducted by the instructor or case manager. The English as a Second Language and ESL/Citizenship programs are instructed in English and the textbooks and instructional materials are in English