Program Overview

Bakersfield Adult School offers an impactful Adults in Corrections program within the Lerdo prison facility. This program provides comprehensive educational opportunities, including GED preparation classes, career technical education, parenting skills, health education, food service training, substance abuse prevention, domestic violence classes, and anger management sessions. Through these diverse offerings, the program aims to empower incarcerated individuals with valuable knowledge and skills, fostering personal growth and preparing them for successful reintegration into society.

Program Highlights

1. Life Skills Development: Focus on the cultivation of crucial life skills, including communication, problem-solving, time management, decision-making, and conflict resolution, fostering personal growth and resilience.

2. Educational Foundations: Provide foundational education in core subjects, such as mathematics, literacy, and critical thinking, promoting intellectual growth and a strong basis for continued learning.

3. Vocational Training: Offer practical vocational training in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, culinary arts, or other relevant skills, providing participants with valuable hands-on experience.

4. Job Readiness: Develop skills necessary for successful employment, including resume writing, interview preparation, workplace etiquette, and professionalism, preparing individuals for reintegration into the workforce.

5. Entrepreneurial Education: Introduce basic principles of entrepreneurship, business planning, and financial literacy, encouraging participants to explore entrepreneurial opportunities upon release.

6. Technology Literacy: Provide instruction in basic technology literacy, covering computer skills, internet use, and digital communication, ensuring participants can navigate the digital landscape in today's society.

7. Counseling and Wellness: Include counseling sessions and wellness programs that address mental health, stress management, and overall well-being, supporting the emotional and psychological needs of incarcerated adults.

8. Conflict Resolution and Anger Management: Offer tools and techniques for effective conflict resolution and anger management, promoting positive interpersonal relationships and communication.

9. Parenting and Family Reintegration: Provide guidance on parenting skills and family reintegration strategies, supporting individuals in rebuilding connections with their families and communities.

10. Legal Education and Rights Awareness: Equip participants with knowledge of their legal rights, responsibilities, and resources, promoting a greater understanding of the legal system.