District 214 Classes
Program Overview
Please check the Adult Education website for Student Orientation, class registration and more information.
- Illinois High School Equivalency Preparation
- Preparation & Credential Classes
- Free Adult Reading Classes
Illinois High School Equivalency Preparation
Illinois High School Equivalency Preparation
Illinois High School Equivalency Certificate
We will prepare you to take the GED Computer-Based Test.
Location
Forest View Educational Center
2121 S. Goebbert Road
Arlington Heights, 60005
Classes (13 weeks)
All classes meet on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, mornings from 9:00 – Noon, OR Tuesday , Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m.. – 9:00 p.m.
Contact information:
Nicol Engel at 847-718-7953 or email nicol.engel@d214.org.
Spanish GED
Clases de preparación para el examen de GED en español
Certificado de Equivalencia de la Educación Preparatoria
Para determinar si usted califica para tomar la clase de preparación de GED en español, tendrá que hacer un examen antes de que comience la clase. Este examen se hará el día de las inscripciones y tendrá una duración de 3 horas.
Ubicación
Forest View Educational Center
2121 S. Goebbert Road
Arlington Heights, 60005
(¡No hay cuidado de niños!).
Clases
Martes y jueves de 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Para más información, llame o mande un mensaje por correo electrónico a Carinna Tello 847-718-7722; o email carinna.tello@d214.org.
Ubicación
Buffalo Gove High School
1100 W. Dundee Road
Buffalo Grove, 60089
(¡No hay cuidado de niños!).
Clases
Lunes y miércoles de 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Clases Virtuales
Lunes y miércoles de 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Preparation & Credential Classes
Preparation & Credential Classes
Adult Basic Education enables participants to enhance their employability skills in reading, writing, and math needed to be "college ready:" for transition into high-demand jobs or post-secondary education. We teach valued work sills such as Critical Thinking, Information Technology Applications, Career Management, Resume Development, Soft Skills, Teamwork, Exploring Career Pathways, presentational skills and interviewing techniques. Guest speakers are invited to attend.
- Advanced Reading
- Advanced Writing
- Bridge Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Career Pathway, I-CAPS 2 (in-person and online)
- Educator Paraprofessional ICAPS-2 (in-person and online)
Advanced Reading
Read with understanding and fluency. Write clearly and build your vocabulary.
Location
Forest View Educational Center
2121 S. Goebbert Road
Arlington Heights, 60005
Classes (13 weeks)
Classes are in-person Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or online Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Students must be co-enrolled in another District 214 Adult Education classes to be eligible.
Contact information:
Nicol Engel at 847-718-7953 or email nicol.engel@d214.org.
Advanced Writing
Learn how to write essays, business letters, and other compositions that will increase your ability to communicate effectively through better writing. This class is for students who are co-enrolled in any of our other Adult Education programs.
Location
Forest View Educational Center
2121 S. Goebbert Road
Arlington Heights, 60005
Classes (13 weeks)
Classes are in-person Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Students must be co-enrolled in another District 214 Adult Education class to be eligible.
Contact information:
Nicol Engel at 847-718-7953 or email nicol.engel@d214.org.
Bridge Manufacturing
In this class you will explore the many possible careers in manufacturing and the skills and requirements for credentials. You will learn the starting salaries and the range of stackable credentials you can earn and where these can be found. You will also learn about the job growth and demand of these jobs in this area. Guest speakers are invited to attend. This class is online on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. This class will lead to a credential program that we provide for free or to a local college.
Manufacturing Career Pathway, I-CAPS 2 (in-person and online)
Students will attend classes on the pathway curriculum, and be provided an additional support class. This support class will be a lab class that aims to improve reading, vocabulary, and math skills. Students will then take tests for the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), for quality control (measurements, materials, and safety).
In-Person Location
Wheeling High School
900 S. Elmhurst Road
Wheeling, IL 60090
Classes (12 weeks)
Two evenings online and one at Wheeling from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Contact Information
Julie Frost
julie.frost@d214.org
Educator Paraprofessional ICAPS-2 (in-person and online)
Want to work in a school setting as a Teacher Assistant? The ICAPs-2 class prepares you for the exam that you need to pass. We help you find a job as well. Classes work on language acquisition, resume development, interviewing, digital skills, reading skills, and math skills needed to be successful. The Bridge runs in the fall on Mondays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. with an hour of homework expected each week. The I-CAPs or credential class runs in the winter/spring semester at the same times for in person classes and has an additional online support class for a total of 3 days a week to prepare for the State test to become a Teacher Assistant for EL or Special Ed classes.
Free Adult Reading Classes
Free Adult Reading Classes
The Township High School District 214 Community Education Read to Learn Adult Literacy/Volunteer Program provides adult learners with individualized literacy instruction supported by trained community volunteers.
- Class Locations & Schedules
- Fall 2026 Schedule
- One-to-One Class Schedule
- Pre-Registration Instructions
Class Locations & Schedules
We will prepare you to take the GED Computer-Based Test.
Location
Forest View Educational Center
2121 S. Goebbert Road
Arlington Heights, 60005
Classes (13 weeks)All classes meet on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. and Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Contact information:
Nicol Engel at 847-718-7953 or email nicol.engel@d214.org.
Fall 2026 Schedule
Trained volunteer tutors implement prepared lesson plans for English-speaking adult learners in a one-to-one instructional setting.
Students: Go to this website to pre-register for the site you wish to attend. You may register for one location only. In addition, all new students and any returning students NOT enrolled in Fall 2026 Read to Learn classes are required to test. You must go to one of the sites below on the date and time listed.
One-to-One Class Schedule
Monday, September 14 - November 23
Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg
Testing for new students August 17
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg
Testing for new students August 17
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday, September 14 - November 23
Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights
Testing for new students August 24
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday, September 14 - November 23
Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights
Testing for new students August 24
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8 - November 17
Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights
Testing for new students August 25
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8 - November 10
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg
Testing for new students August 25
12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9 - November 11
Indian Trails Public Library, 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling
Testing for new students August 26
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9 - November 11
Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg
Testing for new students August 19
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9 - November 11
Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village
Testing for new students August 26
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, September 10 - November 12
Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights
Testing for new students August 27
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 10 - November 12
Rolling Meadows High School Library, 2901 W. Central Road, Rolling Meadows
Testing for new students August 27
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday, September 4 - November 20
Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson Street, Mount Prospect
Testing for new students August 28
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pre-Registration Instructions
For students who attended Read to Learn Classes in Spring 2026.
You can pre-register by clicking the button below. You do not have to test.
For new students or returning students NOT enrolled in Fall 2026.
- You can pre-register by going to this link.
- Go to class on the testing date listed at the class time.
- BE ON TIME!