Policies & Procedures

Did You Know?

Greater Newburyport Adult & Community Education (GNACE) is a completely self-sustaining program that is funded primarily from class fees, grants, and private donations. While we operate under the auspices of the Newburyport Public Schools, GNACE receives no public funding from the City of Newburyport or school system. Show your support for lifelong learning by making a tax-deductible donation to us and ensure that we can continue to offer valuable programming to the greater Newburyport community. Contact Patty St. John at 978-992-8060 or pstjohn@newburyport.k12.ma.us for more information.

Who Takes Classes?

People just like YOU! Now’s the perfect time to… learn a new language, explore the natural world, paint a landscape, make jewelry, research your family tree, get your body moving.
Those are just a few of the nearly 200 exciting classes offered by GNACE each year.
Browse our catalog and try something new!
Anyone from the Greater Newburyport community is welcome to participate as a student or to become a teacher!
Most classes are also available to teens 15 years and over.

Refund Policy

If a class is cancelled, a refund or voucher will be given.
Refunds are not given on the day class begins or after a class begins.
If notice of class withdrawal is made within three (3) days prior to the class start date, there is no refund.
In order to receive a refund or class voucher, students must give notice of withdrawal at least 4 days prior to class start date. If you choose a voucher, it may be used anytime for any class and has no expiration date.

Class Cancellations

If, for any reason, the Newburyport schools are closed or cancelled (ie. inclement weather)… GNACE classes will also be cancelled.
Check the Website, Facebook, Instagram, or call (978) 992-8060 for class cancellation updates.
If a class is canceled, a make-up day will be coordinated with the instructor and students.

Registrations:

We do not send registration confirmations. We only contact you if your class is cancelled or full.

ZOOM Instructions

To participate you need only basic computer literacy. Primarily the skills required: download, email, word processing, and printing.
You will need to download Zoom onto your computer HERE. And to test your system, Zoom offers a test site HERE.
Here are some instructions on how-to join a meeting with special instructions for Mac and Windows computers.
Please email us and someone will get back to you to discuss the details.
Lastly, we have compiled some guidelines for STUDENTS & INSTRUCTORS.

Gift Certificates – Give the Gift of Learning!

Purchase a gift certificate here, or call 978-992-8060 to order one today and it will be mailed to you. There is no expiration date.

Special Thanks To:

Newburyport Bank, Institution for Savings, N.A.I.D., BankProv, and the Dennehy Family Fund for their support. And thank you to all of our individual donors for your gifts of support at any level.

Share What You Know… TEACH

If you have a special talent, skill, passion or area of expertise, consider teaching a course or workshop. We welcome any and all ideas for consideration! Download a proposal form or email Patty St. John.

Mailing List

To request a catalogue or to get on our mailing list, please call: 978-465-1257 or email: pstjohn@newburyport.k12.ma.us

Volunteers Needed

Get Involved with Greater Newburyport Adult & Community Education!

Become a volunteer and work with us to grow the program and keep it a viable resource for our area. We welcome your participation. Please e-mail: pstjohn@newburyport.k12.ma.us

School Closings

THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES ON THE FOLLOWING HOLIDAYS:

New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Jrs Birthday
Presidents Day
Patriots Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth (Observed)
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous Peoples Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Day