IVCC Adult Education

09/17/2026

🎓 **Student Success Spotlight: Ann Starcher – GED Graduate 2026**

Congratulations to **Ann Starcher of Streator** on earning her GED! 🎉

Ann began her Adult Education journey in 2024 while balancing personal challenges and her responsibilities as the primary caregiver for her family. Although she had put her own goals on hold in the past, Ann stayed determined and accomplished her goal of earning her GED.

Ann gives special thanks to her teacher, **Kathy Drapa**, for her encouragement and support, saying, *“I couldn’t have done it without her.”*

And Ann isn’t stopping here! After many years working as a CNA and caring for others, she is beginning a new career path through **IVCC’s Truck Driver Training Program** in March 2027.

We are so proud of Ann and can’t wait to celebrate with her at GED Graduation in May! 🎓👏

**Congratulations, Ann! Your determination and perseverance are an inspiration!**

09/17/2026

🇺🇸 **Citizenship Classes Starting Soon!** 🇺🇸

Are you preparing to become a U.S. citizen? Our upcoming **Citizenship Classes** can help you prepare for the naturalization process and citizenship test.

📅 **Classes:** October 5 – December 2
🗓️ **Mondays & Wednesdays**
⏰ **9:00 AM – 12:00 PM**

Classes begin **October 5**, so now is the time to sign up!

📞 **Call Sara at 815-224-0355 to register or learn more.**

Please share with anyone who may be interested! 🇺🇸

07/30/2026

📚 **Ready to Improve Your English?** 🌎

Registration is now open for our **FREE English as a Second Language (ESL) classes!**

Whether you're looking to improve your speaking, listening, reading, or writing skills, our classes are designed to help you build confidence in everyday English.

✅ Free classes
✅ Friendly and supportive instructors
✅ All skill levels welcome

Click the link below to register and reserve your spot. We look forward to seeing you in class!

🔗 **Register here:** https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44ACAA2EA4FDC07-64482635-adult #/
Please share this post with friends, family, or anyone who may be interested in learning English!

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Please check the location of your choice. We are offering main campus IVCC in Oglesby and Ottawa Center. Thank you!

07/30/2026

GED Registration/ Orientation
Dear Future Graduates,
We’re excited to let you know that registration and orientation for our GED program are coming soon! This is a great opportunity to take the next step toward your education and career goals.
We understand adult learners may face challenges, but IVCC is here to support you every step of the way with helpful resources and a caring team.
Ready to get started? Click the button below to sign up for registration. If you have any questions or need help, please reach out—we’re here for you!
Warm regards,
IVCC Adult Education Team

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Please check the location of your choice. We are offering main campus IVCC in Oglesby and Ottawa Center. Thank you!

06/11/2026

GED Registration/ Orientation

Dear Future Graduates,



We’re excited to let you know that registration and orientation for our GED program are coming soon! This is a great opportunity to take the next step toward your education and career goals.

We understand adult learners may face challenges, but IVCC is here to support you every step of the way with helpful resources and a caring team.

Ready to get started? Click the button below to sign up for registration. If you have any questions or need help, please reach out—we’re here for you!

Warm regards,

IVCC Adult Education Team

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Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Please check the location of your choice. We are offering main campus IVCC in Oglesby and Ottawa Center. Thank you!

05/08/2026

Anderson-Woest Scholarship

The Dolores J. and Wilbur M. Anderson Joint Trust Successor Trustee, Sandra Woest and her niece, Sally (nee Woest) Beebe, are pleased to announce the launch of the Anderson-Woest Scholarship. This scholarship will be offered annually and awarded to one DePue, Hall, Mendota, or Putnam County High School graduate OR one IL High School Diploma completer through the Adult Education Program at Illinois Valley Community College. The recipient must enroll at Illinois Valley Community College.

The award is $1,000 each semester where the student is enrolled as a fulltime student, renewable each subsequent semester (excluding summer sessions), with submission of a renewal application, a letter reaffirming goals, and a transcript verifying fulltime status and a 3.0 or higher GPA. This scholarship offers a maximum of $4,000 for four semesters (at IVCC) toward completion of an Associate’s Degree or courses in a plan of study leading to a Bachelor’s Degree upon transferring to a university.

Completed applications with accompanying documentation must be postmarked by June 22 of the current year. Notification of the award will be made by July 20 of the current year. If these deadlines fall on a weekend, the deadline will be the Friday immediately before the deadline date noted.

Applications are available in the Guidance Counselor Offices at the high schools noted OR the Adult Education Office at IVCC.

04/08/2026

02/19/2026

This is what adult education can do.

A GED opened the door to a CDL, Agriculture classes, welding skills — and a stronger future for a family farm. Proud to support students who invest in themselves and our community.