West Branch Local Schools in Beloit, Ohio has teamed up with Ohio Department of Education to offer adult learners a great way to earn their high school diploma.
The 22+ Adult HSD Program helps adults earn a high school diploma. The program is free to adults who are over 22 years old, living in Ohio and do not have a diploma or a GED.
Eligibility Requirements:
- 22 years of age or older
- Live in Ohio
- No Diploma
- No GED
Benefits:
- Give yourself more employment options
- No cost to the adult student
- Support provided by West Branch Local Schools
- Great Curriculum to better reach reluctant learners
- Get your Diploma Issued by the school district in which you live
To Apply
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Download and complete 22+ Application (WB 22+ Application PDF*)
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Download and complete the Transcript Request (Transcript Request PDF*)
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Email or Drop off your completed documents (22+ plus and Transcript Request) at West Branch High School (before contacting Mrs. Stitle)
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Contact jana.stitle@wbwarriors.org or phone number (330)938-2183 Ext. 37323 to set up a phone conference
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If Mrs. Stitle finds that you are a good candidate for our 22+ program, she will email the student and Mr. Deshields in order to set up an orientation time.
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The orientation will take half an hour to an hour. You will get your pacing map, your login info, and overview of the WB 22+ Student Handbook (don't print this out) (we will have a copy for you)
*Paper copies of the forms are available from the High School from 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. each school day.
FAQ
Q: Who qualifies for this program?
A: Individuals who are 22 years old or older + Live in Ohio + Never earned a HS Diploma + Never earned a GED
Q: Is there a cost for taking 22+ via West Branch Local Schools?
A: The answer is N0. Ohio Department of Education funds this program. There is no cost to the adult student
Q: Will I receive a GED or diploma?
A: You will receive a diploma distributed from the school district you live in (once we provide them with your completed transcript)
Q: Do I have to come into the lab?
A: No. You will have an orientation. If you need help, you will call the Warrior Academy during the West Branch HS hours to get help.
Q: What state tests do I have to take?
A: State tests were only required after a certain date. Your transcripts will help us determine if you have to take any state tests.
Q: Do I have to come into the lab for state tests?
A: You will need to come in (by appointment based on the state testing window)
Q: What do I need to enroll?
A: A form of identification (driver's license), proof of residence (bill or something similar with your name and address to verify you are an Ohio resident, and a birth certificate.
Q: Will I need my own computer?
A: Yes. You will need a Desktop or Laptop or Chromebook. Tablets will not work and phones will not work. You can, however, use Windows Operating systems or Mac OS X operating systems.
Q: When can I work on my courses?
A: Anytime. You have access all the time. You MUST follow a certain pace in order to remain in the program. If you continue to fail to follow the pace we laid out for you, you will be removed from the program.
Q: Am I required to put in a certain amount of hours a week?
A: No, but you will have to make sure you stay on pace to reach 60% of finished courses in the first year.
Q: How long do I have to complete my courses?
A: 2 years to complete all state tests and courses. However students must complete 60% of classes after year 1 to be considered for year 2