This  course is offered in cooperation with Ed2Go. Self-guided and teacher led options are available. 

Please click this link to register; https://www.ed2go.com/telstar/online-courses/certificate-in-depression/

This course provides an in-depth understanding of depression, covering its symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options, both conventional and integrative. Gain the knowledge to recognize and manage symptoms of depression. You'll also learn about the critical issues surrounding suicide, including risk factors, assessment, and prevention strategies.

Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common, yet serious, mental health disorder in adults, children, and adolescents. Depression interferes with an individual's daily life and normal functioning and may cause emotional pain for the individual with the disorder as well as family and friends. By understanding the symptoms, risk factors, criteria for diagnosis, and treatment options available, depression can be recognized early, and depressive symptoms can be reduced or alleviated. Death by suicide, which can result from depression, is a tragic reaction to stressful life circumstances. Understanding the issues surrounding suicide and mental health is a vital step in preventing suicide, helping others in crisis, and changing the way all of us view suicide and mental health issues.

NEW SESSION Starting March 19th!!

Deb Lewis is teaching a Watercolor Skills Class at Telstar Adult Education!

A new time (10 to noon), means new lighting (the sun!). If you want to learn new skills, tricks of the trade, and have a group of like-minded people sharing ideas, then join us! Work at your own pace, explore new media, and find out what watercolors really can do!!

 Deb Lewis studied painting and sculpture at Maine College Of Art, has had studios in a variety of places in Maine as well as her own outdoor fine arts camps. Beyond art, Deb has collegiate education in biology, physics, chemistry, geology, and a lifelong love of marine science! Deb has been sharing her passion for the arts in the Bethel area for over 25 years. 

When: Wednesdays starting March 19th for six weeks. No class April 23rd. Final class; April 30th. 

Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm. 

Where: Telstar High School; Adult Education 

PLEASE COME TO THE SIDE DOOR AND RING DOORBELL.

This course builds on the skills that are acquired in the Windows 10 Basics class, and you will learnhow to get even more from your Windows 10 PC. Learn how to organize your files, manage storage, learn about shortcuts, file compression, and more.

Requirements for this class; 

A Windows 10 computer with Internet access and completion of Windows 10 PC Basics or equivalent knowledge.

When: March 24, 25, 26

Time: 10:00-11:00 am

Where: Telstar Adult Education

Start  your day with an explosive burst of energy! This high-intensity interval training (HIIT) class uses your body weight as well as low resistance exercise bands and dumbells to challenge every muscle group, boost your metabolism, and leave you feeling unstoppable. Designed to fit into your morning routine, each session combies fast-paced cardio, strength-building exercises, and dynamic movements that target endurance, power, and flexibility. Whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, you’ll enjoy the high-energy atmosphere, motivating music, and a community that pushes you to perform your best. Wake up and get ready to get moving-this class will set the tone for the rest of your day! Please bring your yoga mat and if you have them, your exercise bands and low weight (3 -10 lbs) dumbells to class! 

Two sessions per week for six weeks (12 sessions total)

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting March 25th

Time: 6am-7am

Where: Telstar High School Gym Tuition: $180 for all six weeks or $20/session for drop-in 

Create a whimsical and unique ceramic fairy house for your garden.  This is a two-week class.  The first class will cover building your fairy house.  The second week will involve detailed painting of your project with ceramic underglazes.  No previous clay experience is required for this class. All tools and supplies will be provided by the clay studio. Your finished project will be fired and ready for pick up approximately one week after the last class.

Instructor: Martha Grover

When: Saturday, April 5 & 12 (two weeks)

Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: The Pottery Studio

Tuition: $65 per person for 2 weeks

*NEW CLASS!!

Beginner Crochet; Crochet a Chicken!                                              

This class is meant for beginners but experienced crochet enthusiasts can join too! Yarn is included (unless you have your own yarn), just bring your hooks (sized F or G), a yarn needle, and some scissors to work with.

Victoria Ojeda Monsalve will guide you through the work and you will leave with a VERY CUTE chicken that will look sweet in your house without the mess.

Just in time for Easter!                                                                                                                                                    

When: Wed/Thursday April 9-10

Time: 5:00-6:30 pm                                    

Where: Telstar Adult Education

Tuition: $35

*NEW COURSE*

**This course is through Zoom. 

Join students across the state and learn to play this beloved instrument! 

The beginner's course is comprised of four lessons, one each week for four consecutive weeks. Each lesson lasts 1.5 hours. Because the beginner’s course is popular, in 2025, I will be teaching it once a month from February through May. 

Those enrolling do need to have a playable ukulele. For people who need to buy one, I have prepared a buying guide (contact Telstar Adult Education for more details) describing ukulele construction, sizes, and 2 options as well as how to care for the instrument. In addition, I am always glad to advise folks about what to buy and where they can find a decent reasonably priced instrument. I provide all the needed materials for my programs by email. For the Ukulele for Beginner’s course, this means 66 songs and over 60 pages of instructional items, including detailed notes summarizing what was covered in each lesson. I do not charge for these materials. 

I have found that students like being able to take the classes from the comfort of their homes without the need to travel, a particular advantage in winter. They can kick back, dress comfortably and even grab a bite to eat before class, instead of driving to and finding a place to park at a community site. The online Zoom format also facilitates my ability to help students, no matter where they are. When a current or former student needs a little extra help or advice, I'm just a phone call or email away and, if useful, we’ll have a one-on-one Zoom meeting to address the issue. I am also happy to do individual makeup lessons for those who can't attend a scheduled class owing to work or family complications. I am especially sensitive to the needs of seniors and work with individuals needing special attention. Please note that I never cancel classes for low enrollment and have been known to create new sections if class enrollments get too large.

Finally, I make it a point to be a forever-resource for past, current and future students. As to my background, I am a retired journalist and academic who has been playing the ukulele since 2007. While performing with a ukulele ensemble in 2014, an adult ed director came along looking for someone to offer ukulele classes in his program. Having taught the ukulele previously, I raised my hand and that’s how my connection to adult ed programs began.

Owing to the Pandemic, I shifted teaching from a few in-person, location-specific programs, to using the Zoom platform. This has enabled me to reach a much larger audience of ukulele enthusiasts in different and far-flung parts of Maine and other states. To date, I have taught over 1,000 adults the art of playing the ukulele. 

Don't be shy! Register now and learn to play from the comfort of your own home. 

**There may be an opportunity for a group zoom class to get together here at Telstar Adult Education if there is interest from local students. 

Four Sessions this winter/spring

Session I;Wednesdays,  February 5, 12, 19, 26

Session II; Tuesdays,  March 4, 11, 18, 25

Session III; Wednesdays,  April 16, 23, 30, May 7

Session IV; Tuesdays,  May 13, 20, 27, June 3

Time: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Tuition: $79

Where: YOUR HOUSE!

Email is a means of communicating with others, throughout the world, in a fast and efficientmanner. This class will cover the terms and techniques necessary to use email in an efficient, safeand organized manner.

Requirements for this class: 

No devices are required, but you may get more from the course by brining a device that can connect to the interenet and allows you to access your email.

When: April 24th

Time: 10:00-11:00 am

Where: Telstar Adult Education