Guide to Post Secondary and Public Education in the City of Augusta

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1 Guide to Post Secondary and Public Education in the City of Augusta a publication of the City of Augusta Office of Economic and Community Development December, 2001 Michael A. Duguay, Director City Center, 16 Cony St. Augusta, ME Tel: Fax:

2 University of Maine at Augusta, Augusta, ME 46 University Dr. Augusta, ME Phone: Charles Lyons, Interim President Full time enrollment: 1,580 Part time enrollment: 4,032 In-state annual tuition: $3,575 Out of state annual tuition: $8,135 Faculty: 101 Endowment: $3,334,563 8 th largest college/university in Maine The University of Maine at Augusta, one of seven institutions governed by the Trustees of the University of Maine System, is a single institution, geographically dispersed, which provides access to educational programs and workforce training, both through traditional and interactive electronic instruction, at multiple campuses, centers, and distance learning sites throughout the state, in selected baccalaureate and associate degree programs offered individually and cooperatively with other public and private institutions of higher learning. Bachelor Degrees Administered by Augusta Campus: Administration of Justice Art Architecture Concentration Biology Business Administration Computer Information Systems English Financial Services Jazz and Contemporary Music Library and Information Technology Mental Health and Human Services Public Administration Social Science Associate Degrees Administered by Augusta Campus: Architectural Studies Art Business Administration Computer Information Systems Criminal Justice General Studies Graphic Arts Jazz and Contemporary Music Liberal Arts Library and Information Technology Medical Laboratory Science Nursing Photography Social Sciences

3 Thomas College, Waterville, ME 180 West River Rd. Waterville, ME Phone: (207) Dr. George Spann, President Founded in 1894, Thomas College is a small, private, accredited college located on a 70 acre campus in Waterville, Maine. Thomas College awards bachelor's, master's, and/or associate degrees in business, technology, and education areas. Masters Degree Programs Accounting Business Technology Teacher Ed. Computer Information Systems Computer Management Finance/Economics Management Marketing Management Bachelors Degree Programs Accounting Accounting and Financial Analysis Accounting Information Systems Managerial Accounting Public Accounting Computer Information Systems Computer Management Computer Science Software Development Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Administration Business Technology Teacher Education Elementary Education Finance/Economics Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management Human Resource Management International Business Management - Hotel and Restaurant Concentration Management Pre-Law Foundation Management Information Systems Marketing -- ECommerce Marketing -- Marketing Management Psychology Sports Management Golf Management Concentration Sports Management Sports Marketing Management Concentration Associate Degree Programs Accounting Administrative Office Assistant Business Computer Information Systems Computer Management Paralegal Studies

4 Kennebec Valley Technical College, Fairfield, ME 92 Western Ave. Fairfield, ME Phone: Barbara Woodlee, President Full time enrollment: 348 Part time enrollment: 732 In-state annual tuition: $3,080 Out of state annual tuition: $5,753 Faculty: nd largest college/university in Maine Kennebec Valley Technical College (KVTC), located in Fairfield (25 minutes north of Augusta) is one of seven technical colleges that operate under the authority of the Maine Technical College System. The college offers associate degrees, certificate and diploma programs. In addition, the college offers numerous programs customized and/or developed with industry. KVTC is the primary conduit for Maine Quality Center s training and retraining activities in the Augusta region. Associate Degree Programs: General Studies Nursing Emergency Medical Technology Health Information Technology Medical Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Physical Therapy Assistant Radiologic Technology Upgrade Respiratory Therapy Technology Executive Office Technology Legal Office Technology Medical Office Technology Business Administration/Management Accounting Marketing/Management Computer Applications Technology Special Education Speech/Language Pathology Assistant Applied Electronics and Computer Technology Industrial Electrical/Electronics Industrial Maintenance Technology Culinary Arts Pulp & Paper Technology Bioscience Technology General Technology Trade and Technical Occupations (for Registered Apprenticeship) Workplace Technology (for Maine Career Advantage)

5 Mid State College, Augusta, ME 218 Water St. Augusta, ME Phone: Dr. Richard Willis, Academic Dean and President Mid-State College is a small, private post-secondary institution offering associate degrees, certificates and diplomas. The college enrolls approximately 280 students at its downtown Augusta campus. Many of the students are dislocated and underemployed workers looking for better opportunities in the labor force. As part of its continuing education division, Mid-State offers local employers customized training and retraining curriculum. Associate Degree Programs: Accounting Administrative Assistant Allied Health Occupations Business Management Computer Applications Computer Support Specialist Early Childhood Education Hospitality Medical Assistant Medical Office Assistant Travel Certificate Programs: Accounting Certified Nursing Assistant Certified Nursing Assistant Medication Technician Computer Operations Dental Assistant Hospitality Information Technology Medical Transcription Office Administration Travel

6 Colby College, Waterville, ME 4000 Mayflower Hill Drive Waterville, ME Phone: William D. Adams, President Full time enrollment: 1,764 Part time enrollment: 0 In-state annual tuition: $32,750 Out of state annual tuition: $32,750 Faculty: 147 Endowment: $373,535,000 4 h largest college/university in Maine Founded in 1813, Colby is one of the nation's oldest and best independent colleges of liberal arts. Located on a 714-acre campus in Waterville, Maine. Fifty-one majors are offered by 25 departments and 11 programs. The top five majors are biology (15 percent), English (12 percent), government (11 percent), economics (10 percent), and international studies (10 percent). Husson College, Bangor, ME One College Circle, Bangor, ME Phone: HUSSON William H. Beardsley, Ph. D., President Full time enrollment: 932 Part time enrollment: 1,023 In-state annual tuition: $9,580 Out of state annual tuition: $9,580 Faculty: 50 Endowment: $2,136,952 4 h largest college/university in Maine Husson, entering its second century, offers graduate and undergraduate degrees at five different locations, through its Schools of Business, Health, Science and Humanities, plus the New England School of Communications. Husson has formed a partnership with Putnam Investments -- one of the largest investment management firms in the United States, with over $400 billion in assets under management -- that will both position Husson as a Putnam work center, as well as facilitate training for Putnam's new w o r k - a t - h o m e l a b o r f o r c e.

7 Augusta School Department 7 Pierce Drive Box 2525 Augusta ME Phone: Fax: Cornelia L. Brown, Superintendent Operating Costs, $16,409, Average Resident Pupils, , Per Pupil Operating Cost, $6, State Average, $5, Teachers at Elementary Level, Students at Elementary Level, ,775 Elementary Student/Teacher Ratio, to 1 Teachers at Secondary Level, Students at Secondary Level, Secondary Student/Teacher Ratio, to 1 Academics The academic program in the Augusta Public Schools has a strong tradition of and commitment to the acquisition of core knowledge and skills in the language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and the fine arts. The Augusta Public Schools academic offerings are well-rounded with quality academic programs in physical education, foreign languages (6-12), health, and technology. For each of these disciplines a sequential comprehensive and coordinated academic program is in place to help students meet their highest potential. The academic areas of study are enhanced by a myriad of student support programs that address the needs of various students. They are: Special Education Program, Gifted and Talented Program, Guidance Program, Library Media Program, English as a Second Language Program, Alternative Programs, and the regional Vocational Program. The academic program is guided by a set of Student Expectations that were approved by the Augusta School Board in April The Student Expectations are the broad educational goals from which all curricula are derived. In developing curricula, the Augusta Public Schools build curricula so that each curriculum is sequential, measurable, and consistent across grade levels in the district. The curricula are fluid documents that are re-examined periodically to meet the needs of a changing society, to reflect best practices in education, and to meet State Learning Results and national standards.

8 Cony High School, grades 9-12 serving HS students from Augusta and tuition students from 8 other Central Maine communities 104 Cony St. Augusta, ME Phone: Christopher Mosca, Principal enrollment: 985 Graduation Rate, % (+2.97% over state average) Graduation Rate, % (+2.14% over state average) Dropout Rate, % (-0.31% under state average) Total Graduates, Total w/ Intent to Enroll in Post Secondary Schools, Percentage of Total, % Statewide Percentage of Total, % Maine Educational Assessment Results, 11 th Grade School 47% 46% 2% State 43% 50% 2% School 46% 44% 1% State 50% 40% 1% School 39% 19% 2% State 39% 21% 1% School 63% 6% 0% State 64% 8% 1% School 47% 18% 1% State 49% 21% 1% About the MEA s -- Maine s Learning Results are statewide standards for student achievement developed by Maine citizens and adopted by the Legislature. Local schools decide how to reach these standards, including how to teach, what materials to use and how to assess achievement. The Maine Education Assessment (MEA) is the state component of assessing Learning Results. Using this baseline information local schools in partnership with the Department of Education will work to improve curriculum, instruction and assessment so that all Maine students will achieve the high standards of the Learning Results. Maine was rated No. 1 in the nation the highest performing K-12 education system by the National Education Goals Panel (1999), an independent, bipartisan agency of state and federal officials charged with measuring goals for student readiness, student achievement, educational attainment, and school climate.

9 Capital Area Technical Center, grades 9-12 serving HS students from Cony and 8 other Central Maine school districts Pierce Dr. Augusta, ME Phone: Pam Kenoyer, Director enrollment: 219 The Capital Area Technical Center is dedicated to providing quality technical education and to encouraging students in the pursuit of further education and training beyond high school. CATC offers Co-op, Pre-Apprenticeship and Maine Career Advantage as well as short term job shadows and experiences. There is emphasis in all programs on job skill preparation including portfolio development. CATC encourages partnership with business and industry to enhance education and training opportunities for students. Technical Programming Offerings Biotechnology -- The biotechnology program is a one year class to learn the equipment, techniques, and background needed to work in a biotechnology lab or to prepare for a career in biotechnology, medicine, biological science, or other related field. Machine Tool -- Students prepare to enter the Machine Tool industry or technical college programs through extensive lab work in conventional machining processes and classroom experiences. Drafting -- From the basics of design to computer aided drafting, this program prepares students for entry-level positions within the industry, while providing an excellent foundation for those who are planning a career in engineering. Health Occupations -- This program introduces students to various occupations in the health field and offers a strong foundation of learning for those who plan to further their education in any health area. Marketing Management -- This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of the techniques used in processing business data in modern offices and computer facilities, to prepare students for entry level positions in the computer operations of banking, business, and wherever computers are used. Additional offerings: Auto Body Auto Technology Carpentry Co-operative Education Diversified Occupations Early Childhood Occupations Food Service Graphic Arts Law Enforcement Multi-Media Plumbing and Heating

10 Ella R. Hodgkins Middle School, grades 6-8 serving east side of Augusta Malta St., Augusta, ME Phone: Judith A. Harvey, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 8 th Grade School 49% 44% 0% State 48% 40% 1% School 47% 45% 0% State 50% 39% 1% School 53% 15% 0% State 44% 19% 1% School 62% 17% 0% State 54% 16% 1% School 60% 27% 0% State 54% 25% 2% Lou M. Buker Middle School, grades 6-8 serving west side of Augusta Armory St., Augusta, ME Phone: Douglas Carville, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 8 th Grade School 43% 43% 0% State 48% 40% 1% School 57% 34% 0% State 50% 39% 1% School 46% 25% 0% State 44% 19% 1% School 60% 21% 1% State 54% 16% 1% School 52% 29% 2% State 54% 25% 2%

11 Lillian Park Hussey School, grades k-5 serving Northeast Augusta Gedney St., Augusta, ME Phone: Deborah F. Howard, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 4 th Grade School 57% 38% 0% State 43% 48% 1% School 67% 10% 0% State 67% 11% 1% School 57% 19% 0% State 54% 22% 1% School 76% 0% 0% State 68% 4% 1% School 38% 43% 0% State 57% 29% 1% Farrington School, grades k-5 Serving Southeast Augusta 249 Eastern Ave., Augusta, ME Phone: Peter Washburn, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 4 th Grade School 48% 42% 6% State 43% 48% 1% School 63% 10% 0% State 67% 11% 1% School 63% 20% 0% State 54% 22% 1% School 77% 5% 0% State 68% 4% 1% School 66% 25% 4% State 57% 29% 1%

12 Sylvio J. Gilbert School, grades k-5 serving Northwest Augusta Sunset Ave., Augusta, ME Phone: Sharon B. Tyler, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 4 th Grade School 52% 45% 3% State 43% 48% 1% School 61% 0% 0% State 67% 11% 1% School 71% 11% 0% State 54% 22% 1% School 62% 3% 0% State 68% 4% 1% School 78% 16% 0% State 57% 29% 1% Lincoln School, grades k-5 Serving Southwest Augusta 40 Lincoln St., Augusta, ME Phone: Enga Stewart, Principal enrollment: Maine Educational Assessment Results, 4 th Grade School 57% 36% 0% State 43% 48% 1% School 73% 2% 0% State 67% 11% 1% School 63% 12% 0% State 54% 22% 1% School 64% 2% 0% State 68% 4% 1% School 57% 29% 0% State 57% 29% 1%

13 Parochial Schools in Augusta Saint Augustine s School, grades k-8 24 Washington St. Augusta, ME Phone: Sr. Rachel C. Boucher, Principal enrollment: 191 Saint Mary s School, grades k-8 56 Sewall St. Augusta, ME Phone: Barbara A. Brennan, Principal enrollment: 262