Adult & Community
January 2026
I'm excited to introduce myself as Audrey Gottlieb, the new Director of Adult Education in the Hempstead community! The revitalization of our community is closely linked to the Adult and Community Education Program, which empowers residents aged 21 and over with essential literacy skills. These skills help individuals create positive outcomes for themselves and their families.
Our program is designed to meet the educational and employment needs of Hempstead residents. We offer a variety of traditional literacy classes, including ESOL, GED, ABE, and Citizenship, along with valuable information and support services at various locations throughout the community.
I am committed to bringing new programs to enhance our offerings. Be sure to check this page regularly for updates. Great things ahead!
Director of Adult & Community Education
Hempstead Adult & Community Education Program
The primary site for the Adult and Community Education Program operates Monday through Thursday at the A.B.G.S. Middle School, 70 Greenwich Street, Hempstead, NY 11550 from 6:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m.
Students must be 21 years old or over to enroll. Regular attendance is recommended.
AM CLASSES
Hempstead Hispanic Civic Association
Family & Children's Association
Nassau County Office of Hispanic Affairs
Hempstead Public Library
Hempstead Parent Resource Center
PM CLASSES
Hispanic Civic Association
ABGS Middle School
For more information, call us (516) 434-4047
Adult Basic Education
This course is designed to help students improve basic skills in reading, math and writing. Instruction is individualized. Peer tutoring , audiovisual, cooperative learning methods and technology are used to give students a motivating experience.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL)
This course is designed to help students understand, speak, read, and write the English language. Class instruction emphasizes the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills needed for everyday survival situations. English as a Second Language instruction is provided to students at the level most appropriate for them. Six levels of ESL instruction are presently being offered.
GED Test Preparation for High School Equivalency Diploma
This course is for adults interested in preparing for the GED exam administered by the state of New York. Students must be able to function in reading, math and writing at the high school level. Computer assisted instruction, peer tutoring and independent study projects are used to help students prepare to take the General Education Development Test (GED).
Fast Track HSE Preparation Courses
These courses are designed to assist traditional HSE students who were unsuccessful in passing the General Education Development Test (GED) administered by the state of New York. Participants will be given six hours per week of intense preparation in math and one other subject needed to pass the official NYS GED test. Successful students will obtain their HSE (High School Equivalency) diploma.
Fast Track students will also participate in a (3) hour Test Taking Strategies course designed to help them improve their study habits and test taking skills, and a (3) hour Computer Skills course designed to prepare them to take computer-based tests (TABE, GED and Accuplacer).
U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation
This course is taught in English only. It is designed to prepare students for the U.S. Citizenship Test. Course material covers U.S. history and government, the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and state and local government. Practice questions and answers will be offered to familiarize students with test-taking procedures.
Defensive Driving Course (Offered in the Spring)
This course offers you the benefits of receiving a mandatory 10% insurance discount for 3 years and up to a four point reduction total! It is approved by the New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can take this course every 3 years to keep your discounted insurance rate.
