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Earning a diploma or GED after leaving high school can be a difficult process, but we’ve got resources to help you reach your goal. Find what you need to prepare for the GED, or learn about what is available through the Library and our community to help you with Adult Basic Education (ABE).

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Events

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Drop

All Day
Adults
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library!

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We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paying for College: FAFSA & other Financial Aid Resources

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

The college admissions process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Join us to learn about test prep, choosing a college, financial aid and scholarships, or the application process. Programs will offer advice from experts. Our librarians will be on hand to demonstrate the library’s free resources and help you on your journey.

🎓 Feeling overwhelmed by the FAFSA process?
💰 Looking for smart ways to pay for college, tech or trade school—without piling on student loans?

You’re not alone—and we’re here to help!

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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class, made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 am-12:30 pm.

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Grass Roots Press - Hoopla

Grass Roots Press is a niche publisher, specializing in resources for adults with limited literacy skills. They have an international reputation for publishing high-quality materials for adult basic education and English language learners. This collection can be accessed through Metro's subscription to Hoopla digital. It can be found independently by searching for "Grass Roots Press" in the publisher field using the Advanced Search function. 

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A B C E F G H I J L M N O P R S T U V W

Adult Learning Center

Learn foundational, career-enhancing skills by using the expert writing lab, study tools and more. The Adult Learning Center offers test preparation (including the GED and the USCIS citizenship test) and a unique academic skills center featuring live, online tutors.

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LearningExpress Para Hispanohablantes

Mejore sus habilidades escritas, orales y gramaticales, sea mejor lector, desarrolle sus habilidades matemáticas, prepárese para el examen de GED, y prepárese para su Examen de Ciudadanía or gane su Tarjeta Verde.

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SkillSurfer Learning Library

Visit the SkillSurfer Learning Library to read lessons, watch videos, and take practice tests on a variety of subjects. Get ready to apply for college, brush up on Microsoft Office skills, learn about different careers, and study for the GED, SAT, ACT, AP, CLEP, GRE, GMAT, ASVAB, Praxis, or TOEFL.

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VetNow

VetNow has resources carefully tailored to veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce. Visit VetNow for live help navigating veterans’ benefits, resume building, job coaching, and skills building. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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