Region 20 Program Manager - Dr. Alice Graham
S.H. Clarke
2801 Turnpike Road
Portsmouth, VA 23707
​Get started today on a new beginning!
Call Now: 757-393-8822
Region 20 Student Portal
Register below to enroll in a program offered by Region 20: Southeastern Adult and Continuing Education. This is the 1st step in enrolling in one of our programs.
Adult Education Registration Form
Download the Adult Student Profile Document (ASPD). If you are a student, pleaset contact the Adult Education Program near you for instructions on completing and submitting this form or contact Pell Seaton, Regional Data Specialists pell.seaton@portsk12.com
Our Mission
The mission of Region 20 Adult & Continuing Education programs include helping those individuals ages 18 and above earn a High School Equivalency (HSE) by providing instruction in the areas of reading/language, math, science, and history; creating pathways towards post-secondary training and certification programs; exploring careers and citizenship principles; and improving technology and employability skills that will be vital now and in the future.
Region 20 (southeastern Virginia) will offer HSE programs in the areas of Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED) and English Language Learners (ELL/ESOL) in the cities and counties of Chesapeake, Franklin City, Isle of Wight County, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach.
Announcements and Upcoming Events
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Congratulations to all those that participated in the VB ELA Transition Ceremony. Check out the pics on FB
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Check our Mary Porter's graduation story! It's never too late to get your diploma. View Story
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Hampton Roads Workforce Council Norfolk Strong Maritime Training Workforce Program. See Flyer for details
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PPS Adult Education if offering FREE Digital Literacy Classes. Learn basic computer skills, set up email, and participate in Zoom meetings. Check out the Flyer for details. Classes start soon!
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Portsmouth YouthBuild Program aims to empower young adults by providing them with valuable skills, mentorship, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. This initiative holds immense potential to transform lives and shape a brighter future. See Flyer for details
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Job Postings
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Colonna's Shipyard Hiring Event - Wednesday, June 25th 3-6pm. See Flyer for Details
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Hampton Roads Regional Job Fair - Tuesday, June 17th 10am-3pm at the Chesapeake Conference Center. See Flyers for details
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​PPS Needs You!! Are you interested in becoming a paraprofessional for Portsmouth Public Schools? We can help! See Flyer and contact Freida Cole - freida.cole@portsk12.com
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Norfolk Strong Maritime Training Workforce Program. Launch your Career! See flyer for details.
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Who's Hiring in the 757? Check out the Hampton Roads Workforce Council Jobs Board for new postings!
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Seniors 55 and Older. Are you looking for a job or skills training? Check out these opportunities from AARP.
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Links to Job Postings
Resources and Links
Hampton Roads Workforce Council
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Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center
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Franklin Workforce Development Center
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Norfolk Workforce Development Center
Suffolk Workforce Development Center
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VA Employment Commission
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VA Department of Education Regional Programs
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VA Career Works - Norfolk
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DARS - Va Dept. for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
STOP Inc.
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VA Department of Social Services
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City of Portsmouth Dept. of Social Services
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GED® Testing Service
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Region 20 Locales
