Adult Education and Literacy/HSE Joplin, MO

Due to incoming weather concerns, Joplin AEL will close at 5:00 PM, Wednesday April 15, 2026.

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Joplin AEL will be closed Friday, April 3. Classes will resume on Monday, April 6th. If you have questions, feel free to call us at 417-625-5263.

Tomorrow is the Day!

Our final orientation of the school year is happening: Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 PM

If you’ve been thinking about starting classes, this is your last chance before enrollment reopens in August 2026. We’re here to help you take that first step.

Questions? Call us at 417-625-5263.

Joplin AEL will be closed for Spring Break March 16–20.

There will be no classes during this time. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful break! Classes will resume the following week, and we look forward to seeing you back in the classroom ready to learn and grow.

If you have questions, feel free to call us at 417-625-5263.

There’s Still Time to Sign Up!

Just a reminder that our last orientation of the school year is coming up: Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 PM

If you’re ready to work toward your High School Equivalency or improve your reading, writing, math, or English skills, this is your opportunity to get started before we break for the summer.

Enrollment and orientation will reopen in August 2026, so don’t miss this final session of the school year! Call 417-625-5263 if you have questions or would like to reserve your spot.

Our final orientation for this school year will be: Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 PM

If you’ve been thinking about getting started, now is the time! We would love to welcome you. After March 24th, enrollment and orientation will reopen in August 2026 for the new school year.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please call us at 417-625-5263.

We look forward to helping you take the next step toward your goals!

Joplin Adult Education & Literacy will be closed Monday, February 16th 2026 for President's Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17th.

Joplin AEL is closed Tuesday, January 27th. There will be no Orientation tonight.

Our next Orientation is February 3rd at 8:30 AM.

Eagle Nation,

All classes are cancelled on TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, due to winter weather and road conditions. This will be an AMI day and will not impact the school calendar. Please direct your students to use AMI Day Two Assignments.

For more information about AMI days, please visit our website at https://www.joplinschools.org/ami

Stay safe, Eagles!

Joplin Adult Education & Literacy is closed on Monday, January 26th.

Attention Students! As a reminder - If Joplin Schools are closed for snow so are we! If you are even unsure, please call prior to heading this way.

Phone Number: (417) 625-5263

At the risk of stating the obvious: yes, winter weather appears to be on the way. Here's what our families need to know regarding possible cancellations:

❄ A team of administrators checks road conditions in a variety of locations across town prior to 5:30am and consults with National Weather Service teams on future forecasts.
❄ Careful thought goes into closure and dismissal decisions, and we understand these decisions can provoke a wide range of community opinion. The safety of our students and staff always takes highest priority.
❄ We will make every attempt to share closure decisions by 6:00am.
❄ If the district does not make a school closure announcement, assume school will be in session on a regular schedule.

When we need to notify you of updates or closures related to weather this winter, you can expect to hear from us in a variety of official ways:

❄ ParentSquare app notifications and alerts
❄ Facebook and Instagram pages
❄ On our website at www.JoplinSchools.org
❄ Local news: KODE, KSN, KOAM, FOX14

Now is a good time for families to make a plan so everyone is prepared in the event of school cancellations. Please consider:

❄ Who will care for your child if school is canceled?
❄ Is your contact information up to date in PowerSchool? Log into PowerSchool to make necessary changes here: https://powerschool.joplinschools.org/public/
❄ Will your student-drivers need alternative plans to get to class when schools are open if roads are still tricky?

As a reminder, we plan to use the first 6 inclement weather days each winter as AMI Days so as not to extend the school calendar. Details about AMI Days can be found at www.JoplinSchools.org/AMI.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation in keeping our students safe and engaged in learning, even when the weather does not cooperate. Stay safe and warm this weekend, Eagles!