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Family Partnership

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1. Who can participate in Family Partnership?

Women or men with children between ages of newborn to 12 years, expectant mothers and fathers, kinship care providers and youth aged 14-21 years old.

2. When is the next orientation?

We hold orientations twice a month. Attendance is limited. You must register for orientation by calling (301) 600-2206 or you can fax our Referral Form to (301) 600-2209 to register for orientation. Click Here for Referral Form

3. What is FLEX?

Flexible High School (FLEX) is an extension of Frederick County Public Schools Adult Education Department. Through this program, students can earn credits toward a high school diploma at an alternative site. One of the alternative sites is Family Partnership. The FLEX curriculum includes instructional classroom courses as well as Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) approved online classes. All classes are self-paced and a teacher/ mentor assists the participants with achieving their educational goals. A minimum of 5 hours per week of class attendance is required for continued enrollment.

4. Can anyone participate in FLEX at Family Partnership?

Youth 16-20 years of age who have been referred to Family Partnership by a Frederick County School Counselor, Pupil Personnel Worker or other Board of Education professional may be eligible to attend FLEX at Family Partnership.

5. Are exceptions ever made regarding the age when a student is eligible for FLEX?

If you are under 16 years of age, you must obtain permission to enroll. Speak with your Guidance Counselor or your Pupil Personnel Worker at your home(current)school.

6. What is GED?

GED stands for General Education Development. The GED test consists of 5 standardized tests: Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science that are designed to measure the major outcomes of traditional high school education. Students who pass the GED test earn a Maryland High School Diploma.

7. What are GED classes?

GED classes are offered at Family Partnership for those wishing to obtain a high school diploma by passing the GED exam. Academic skills are taught and reinforced through a combination of classroom and computer-based instruction.

8. Can I work on my GED if I am under 16?

If you are under 16 years old, you cannot enroll in the GED program. By law you are required to be enrolled in a school that gives you access to a secondary school curriculum.

9. If I am older than 16 and want to study for the GED exam, how do I proceed?

You will be required to attend an Orientation at Family Partnership. If, after attending Orientation and meeting with an Education Specialist, you decide that you want to begin your GED studies here, you will need to withdraw from your home (current) school. Speak to your Guidance Counselor or your Pupil Personnel Worker.

10. What is a GED practice test?

The GED practice test is administered to all GED students prior to them taking the official test. The practice test serves as an indication of student readiness and validates the progress of the student.

11. What is CASAS?

CASAS is the Comprehensive Adult Assessment System. It is the standardized test required by the state of Maryland for any class taken through Adult Education Services, and it is used by Family Partnership to establish an educational baseline for each participant and to track each participant's progress.

12. Who can receive employment services and what are they?

All participants that attend Family Partnership can receive employment readiness services. These services include employment workshops on career exploration and job readiness, computer skills, career goal setting, resume writing, interviewing skills and completing job applications.

13. Does Family Partnership offer childcare?

Yes - Family Partnership provides developmental childcare for children 6 weeks through 3 years of age every day (Monday - Thursday). On Tuesday evenings, during parent support groups, childcare and activities are provided for children 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Family Partnership is a non-licensed facility, so parents must remain on-site with children.

14. What if I need transportation?

Pick up and drop off to Family Partnership is available to participants who live within a 10 mile radius of the center and communicate in advance of their need for transportation.

15. Are translation and/or interpretation services available?

Translation and/or interpretation services are provided on an as needed basis.