• Education Centers

    We offer Adult Education classes in Sterling, Ashburn and Leesburg

    Adult Education Learning Center
    715 Childrens Center Road
    Leesburg, VA 20175 

    Park View High School
    400 West Laurel Avenue
    Sterling, VA 20164

    Rock Ridge High School
    43460 Loudoun Reserve Dr.
    Ashburn, VA 20148

  • Catalog

    Download a copy of our Fall 2023 catalog:

    Fall 2023 Catalog

     

     

  • Changes & Updates

     

  • Registration

    Registration information and payments

    * Registration for our Fall 2023 Semester is Open*

    Enrichment Classes Registration:

    Online registrations can be completed here:  Adult Education Online Registration Website (New users will have to create a new account).  Returning students may already have an account. You can reset your password if you forget it.

    Once logged in, you can search by program, location, or subject. Select the course you would like to take and click on "Enroll Yourself".  Review course information before submitting your request, and proceed to enter your payment. Finally, you will be redirected to the LCPS Payment Portal online, My School Bucks.  Check out as a "Guest".

     

    English Learners/GED Preparatory:

    Additional steps, prerequisites, and instructions are needed. Please visit our website for further information or email us at adult.education@lcps.org

    Additional information for registration:  

    • It is open to residents and non-residents alike (age 18 and older).
    • Registrations must be completed before attending a class.
    • It is not accepted after the start of a class.

    Senior Citizen discount:

    • A discount of 25% off is offered on some courses for citizens 60 years or over. In order to receive the discount, please email us at adult.education@lcps.org.
    • Senior Citizen discounts are not available on: English Learners, Business/ Career, Practical Nursing, Financial Awareness, Horticulture, Computer Technology/ Software or Trade & Industry classes.

    Tuition and enrollment fees:

    • Are due at the time of registration.
    • Payments are by credit card using our online system.  Please check with our office in order to use cash or check. 

    Refunds: 

    • Refunds are automatic if the class has been filled or canceled.
    • Refunds are also given if the Adult Education Office makes schedule changes.
    • To request a refund, please please click here: Refund Request. (EL and GED Classes have a $20 Registration Fee that is not refundable)

    NO REFUNDS are given after

    the start of class.

    If you have any additional questions, please contact the  Adult Education Office at 571-252-2930, adult.education@lcps.org

  • Adult High School

    Adult High School classes are designed for individuals who need between one (1) and eight (8) credits to complete their Standard High School Diploma requirements. 

    Registration: 

    August 14, 2022 - February 26, 2023

    Adult High School Quick Facts:

    •  A transcript from the last school attended must be presented prior to registration.
    •  All coursework must be completed by the deadline. 
    •  Students will be assigned independent work through the Credit Recovery Program and will be required to meet with instructors on a weekly basis.
    •  Tuition is $300 per course, payable by credit card at the time of registration. We have no scholarships or financial aid available.
    • Upon completion of coursework, students may obtain a transcript showing their diploma status. Diplomas are available in June.

     

     *ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL ADH/GED®, Adult Basic Education, and Adult High School classes.

     

    For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Adult Education Office at adult.education@lcps.org

  • English Learners (EL)

    Adult EL Classes

    Loudoun County Adult Education offers EL classes to Loudoun County residents, 18 years or older, who desire to improve their understanding of the English language. 

    The instruction is given in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Classes range from Literacy to Advanced Levels. To determine the right level for each student, we administer a Placement Test to evaluate their English skills and they are placed accordingly.  

    Enrollment for Fall 2023 is closed

     EL Tuition:

    • $150.00 plus $20.00 Non-Refundable enrollment fee - Total - $170.00
    • Payment is online with a credit card.
    • Refunds are not granted once classes have started.

     EL Classes: 

    • Twice a week - 13 weeks. 26 sessions total 
    • Daytime and Evening Classes
    • In-person or online.
    • Requirements: 
      • Students must have an email address and internet access.
      • For online classes, students need access to a computer.  
      • Recommended: Headphones with microphones, computer skills, MOTIVATION, self-direction, organizational skills, and network support. 
    • Semesters: Fall and Spring of every school year

    DAY Time Classes

    (In-Person and Online)

    IN-PERSON @ The Adult Education Learning Center (Leesburg)

    Monday and Wednesday; OR Tuesday and Thursday

    9:00 - 11:30 AM; OR 11:45 AM - 2:15 PM

    (Days and times will depend on the placement test results)

    ON-LINE  Via Google Meet

    Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 AM

    Evening Classes

    (In-Person and Online)

     

     IN-PERSON:

     Adult Education Learning Center (Leesburg)

           Monday and Wednesday   6:30 - 9:00 PM

     Park View HS (Sterling)

           Monday and Wednesday    6:30 - 9:00 PM

     Rock Ridge HS (Ashburn)

           Tuesday and Thursday      6:30 - 9:00 PM

    ON-LINE  Via Google Meet

    Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

         

    Important Dates: 

    July 24 to August 10:  Enrollment for EL Classes Fall 2023

    August 28:    First Day for Monday and Wednesday Classes 

    August 29:    First Day for Tuesday and Thursday Classes

    December 13:   Last Day for Monday and Wednesday Classes

    November 30:   Last Day for Tuesday and Thursday Classes

     



    1. Clases de Inglés (EL)

      Clases de inglés para adultos

      El departamento de Educación para Adultos del Condado de Loudoun ofrece clases de inglés (EL) residentes, mayores de 18 años, que deseen mejorar su comprensión del idioma inglés.

      Se imparte instrucción en lectura, escritura, comprensión auditiva y expresión oral. Las clases van desde nivel básico hasta nivel avanzado. Los estudiantes tomarán una prueba de nivel antes de unirse a las clases de EL y serán ubicados en una clase de acuerdo a su nivel de inglés.

      El Registro para las clases de otoño 2023

      ha cerrado

      Matrícula: 

      • $ 150.00 más $ 20.00 de tarifa de inscripción no reembolsables - Total - $ 170.00
      • El pago es en línea, con tarjeta de crédito
      • Reembolsos: No se procesarán después de comenzadas las clases.

      Clases:

      • Dos veces por semana - 13 semanas. 26 sesiones en total.
      • Ofrecemos clases Diurnas y Nocturnas
      • Las clases son presenciales o en línea
      • Requisitos: 
        • El estudiante debe tener correo electrónico y acceso al internet 
        • Para las clases en línea, el alumno también necesitará acceso a una computadora
        • Se recomienda tener audífonos con micrófono, habilidades de computación, MOTIVACION, ser disciplinado y organizado.
      • Semestres: otoño y primavera de cada año escolar

      Clases Diurnas

      (Presenciales o en línea)

      Presenciales en El Centro de Educación para Adultos (Leesburg)

      Lunes y miércoles; O martes y jueves

      9:00 a 11:30 AM; O 11:45 AM a 2:15 PM

      En Linea - Vía Google meet

      Martes y jueves

      9:00 AM a 11:30 AM

      Clases Nocturnas

      (Presenciales o en línea)

       Presenciales:

      Centro de Educación para Adultos (Leesburg)

       lunes y miercoles

       6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

      Park View HS (Sterling)

      Lunes y miercoles

       6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

      Rock Ridge HS (Ashburn)

      Martes y jueves

      6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

      En Linea - Vía Google meet

      Martes y jueves

      6:30 - 9:00 PM

      Fechas Importantes: 

      24 de julio al 10 de agosto: Registro para las clases de inglés de otoño 2023

      28 de agosto:   Primer dia para las clases de lunes y miercoles

      29 de agosto: Primer día para las clases de martes y jueves

      13 de diciembre: Último día para las clases de lunes y miércoles

      30 de noviembre: Último día para las clases de martes y jueves

      Importante:

      Todas las comunicaciones son a través del email que se haya indicado en la solicitud de Inscripción

      Asegúrese que el email sea del estudiante matriculado, y revíselo periódicamente

       

      Para mayor información, envíenos un correo electrónico a:

      adult.education@lcps.org

      Puede escribirnos en español

    2. GED Prep Program

      General Educational Development (GED) Preparatory Class Information 

      We provide basic skills instruction to adults whose math and reading skills have been assessed at or below the GED® readiness level.   

      GED Math Workshop Begins October 31.

      Registration is open for an in-person GED math workshop.

      In this weekly workshop, students will build their mathematical skills through the practice of basic operations, number sense and fundamental algebra concepts. At the end of the workshop, students should be ready for Spring 2024 GED Prep classes.

      Class begins Oct. 31, 2023

      4 sessions, Tuesdays (10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28 -- no class 11/21)

      6:30-8:30 pm

      Park View High School

      (400 W. Laurel Ave., Sterling, VA  20164)

      Cost: $45

      Please complete the link below to register*:

      Link for GED workshop registration

      Once you have registered, a payment link will be sent via email.

      *Students who register are required to take a math placement test. Placement testing will take place Oct. 10, 2023, 10-11:15 am, The Adult Education Center (715 Childrens Rd., Door D3, Leesburg, VA 20175)

      Registration ends Friday, Oct. 6.

      Enrollment for Fall 2023 is closed

      If you are interested in the GED Prep Program,

      please fill out the following form and we will get back to you. 

      GED Interest Form

      General Information:

      In-Person Classes:

      715 Childrens Center Road

      Door D3

      Leesburg, VA 20175

      Mondays & Wednesdays

      6:30 - 9:00 p.m

      Online Classes (for advanced students only):

      Tuesdays,  6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

      Tuition: GED Prep Classes - $180/semester

      • $160.00 + $20.00 non-refundable enrollment fee = $180.00 per semester  
      • All materials included

      Workshops - $45 each

      • All testing and materials are included in the tuition fee.

      Upcoming Dates: 

      Oct. 6:     Last day to register for GED Math workshop

      Oct. 31:   GED Math Workshop begins

      Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14, 28:     GED Workshop classes (no class 11/21)

      Ready to Test? - Create a free account at www.ged.com.

      Our own Pearson VUE testing center is now open.

      Learn how a GED can change your life: Graduate Stories - GED.

    3. Practical Nursing Program

      Practical Nursing is a 2-year program being offered

      by LCPS - Adult Education Learning Center

      The Practical Nursing Program is not accepting

      new students for the coming year.

       

      Conditional Approval by the Virginia Board of Nursing.

      BON Report

       

    4. Pearson Vue Testing Center

      ATTENTION TEST CANDIDATES!

      Although masks are no longer mandatory, LCPS encourages the continued use of masks while community transmission rates remain high.

      The Virginia Occupational Safety and Health Administration and LCPS require those that are non-vaccinated to wear masks while transmission levels are high. Those that are vaccinated may elect not to wear a mask. 

      Explore the world of certifications.  Success will be at your fingertips.  For more information, visit Pearson VUE.

      Testing Center Location: 

      Adult Education Center (Entrance D3)

      715 Childrens Center Road, SW

      Leesburg, VA 20175

      Phone: 571-252-2930

      adult.education@lcps.org

    5. ADA Forms

      Please download and fill out the following ADA Forms if you need accommodation.  Once completed, please email them to Leave & Disability Programs LCPSLeaveDisability@lcps.org or fax them to 571-252-1699

      ADA - Student info.

      ADA - Medical Provider

    6. Student Forms

      Forms:

      Refunds: Refund Request (not granted once class has started) 

      ADA Forms: (Once completed email them to Leave & Disability Programs at LCPSLeaveDisability@lcps.org or fax to 571-252-1699)

    7. FERPA Law

      The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

      FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students."

      Click here to read full information regarding the rights of eligible students.

    • Carolyn Solares

       Supervisor

       

      Perla Arias

       Financial Technician

       

      Summer Office Hours:

      Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

      Friday: By appointment only.

       

      715 Childrens Center Rd. DOOR D3

      Leesburg, VA 20175

       

      Phone: 571.252.2930

      Email: adult.education@lcps.org 

       

       

       

    • Non-Discrimination Disclosure

      The LCPS Adult Education Program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to adult students.  If you need accommodation, please download and fill out the following ADA Forms: ADA-Student Info and ADA-Medical Provider   

      Once completed, email them to Leave & Disability Programs LCPSLeaveDisability@lcps.org or fax to 571-252-1699

    Last Modified on September 19, 2023