Keene Community Education

We are excited to offer a new English class especially for Advanced Beginner or Intermediate level students interested in improving their skills to get a job.

This course will focus on developing English language skills, specific to college and career readiness and civic education and engagement. At the end of the course, students will be better prepared to enter the workforce and gain the language skills needed to be successful in a work setting or college or job training program. Topics covered will include cultural competency, résumé writing and job searching, self advocacy and resource navigation, professional writing, and computer literacy.

Emily Griffin has a master's degree in English teaching and 10 years ESOL teaching experience in the United States and abroad. Emily worked for five years as the Lead Advanced ESOL teacher at the Boston Chinatown neighborhood center where she instructed college and career readiness classes for students entering the workforce. Emily currently works with English Language Learners in the workforce development department at the Community College System of New Hampshire, facilitating connection to resources, employment and education opportunities

This FREE class will meet online, Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 9 p.m. starting June 15, and ending September 30. Interested? Email Heather Jasmin at [email protected] to sign up.

Nos complace ofrecer una nueva clase de inglés dirigida especialmente a estudiantes de nivel principiante avanzado o intermedio que deseen mejorar sus habilidades para conseguir empleo.

Este curso se centrará en desarrollar competencias lingüísticas en inglés orientadas a la preparación para estudios superiores y la carrera profesional, así como a la educación y participación cívica. Al finalizar el curso, los estudiantes estarán mejor preparados para incorporarse al mercado laboral y habrán adquirido las habilidades lingüísticas necesarias para tener éxito en el entorno de trabajo, en la universidad o en programas de capacitación laboral. Los temas que se abordarán incluyen competencia cultural, redacción de currículums y búsqueda de empleo, defensa de los propios intereses y acceso a recursos, redacción profesional y alfabetización digital.

Emily Griffin cuenta con una maestría en enseñanza de inglés y 10 años de experiencia impartiendo clases de ESOL (inglés para hablantes de otros idiomas) tanto en Estados Unidos como en el extranjero. Trabajó durante cinco años como profesora principal de ESOL de nivel avanzado en el centro comunitario de Chinatown en Boston, donde impartió clases de preparación universitaria y profesional para estudiantes que se incorporaban al mercado laboral. Actualmente, Emily trabaja con estudiantes de inglés en el departamento de desarrollo de la fuerza laboral del Sistema de Colegios Comunitarios de New Hampshire (Community College System of New Hampshire), facilitando el acceso a recursos, así como a oportunidades de empleo y educación.

Esta clase GRATUITA se impartirá en línea los lunes y miércoles por la noche, de 7:00 p.m. a 9:00 p. m., comenzando el 15 de junio y finalizando el 30 de septiembre. ¿Le interesa? Envíe un correo electrónico a Heather Jasmin a [email protected] para inscribirse.

Our Pre-Apprenticeship students had a great time helping at Monadnock Habitat for Humanity yesterday. Thanks for the wonderful opportunity to get more hands-on experience!

Ethan Weston from the Sentinel did a wonderful job covering our graduation and taking photographs!

A tassel turning time 25 students graduated from Keene Community Education in May 2026. See photos from the event.

On Wednesday, Keene Community Education celebrated the graduation of 25 hardworking students. When asked, “what advice would you have for a student thinking about Keene Community Education?” Our students responded, “Just Do It!”

If you heard screaming and yelling coming from the Jonathan Daniels Building this afternoon, that was just us celebrating Laynee, who completed her HiSET exam. Next stop: Nursing School. Laynee is such a hard worker, we know she's going to do great!

FREE classes are available right here in Keene, and they could change your life.
Keene Community Education offers no-cost courses in:
📖 Adult Basic Education (reading, writing & math)
🌎 English as a Second Language (beginner, intermediate & advanced)
🎓 Alternative Diploma Program (earn an NH-recognized high school diploma!)
Classes are held in in person or online, making it easy to fit learning into your schedule.
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This morning, our Intermediate/Advanced ESL class was treated to a fascinating talk about Keene’s history by Alan Rumrill. Thanks, Alan and the Historical Society of Cheshire County!

Sharpen your reading and math skills, earn your high school diploma or HiSET credential, learn English, or explore a new career path; we have free and low-cost programs designed for you.
- Adult Basic Education
- Alternative Diploma Program
- ESL Classes
- HiSET Prep & Testing
- Plumbing, Electrical, and Gas Apprenticeship programs
No matter where you're starting from, we'll meet you there. Call us today at 603-357-0088 or visit keenecommunityed.org to learn more.