Saline Community Education

This hands-on, three-course series teaches entrepreneurs and small business owners how to harness ChatGPT to start, grow, and scale their businesses. Participants will go from idea to execution, using AI to refine their business model, automate operations, create marketing strategies, and optimize for long-term growth—all without needing a technical background. What Participants Will Learn & Experience: • Course 1: Start Your Business – Use ChatGPT to generate and refine business ideas, define your audience, and create a testable business model. Participants will leave with a business plan ready for validation and customer engagement materials to land their first clients. • Course 2: Grow & Optimize – Learn how to automate business tasks, create AI-powered marketing campaigns, and streamline operations to save time and scale efficiently. • Course 3: Scale with AI – Discover how to use AI for funding strategies, long-term planning, and ethical growth. By the end of this course, participants will have an investor-ready pitch deck and an AI-driven scaling strategy. What to Expect in Class: • Interactive Exercises & Live Demos – Participants will follow guided, real-time exercises using ChatGPT to develop real business assets. • Step-by-Step AI Integration – Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT for market research, marketing content, and customer engagement. • Collaboration & Feedback – Engage with peers to share insights and refine strategies based on AI-generated recommendations. • Leave with Tangible Results – By the end of the series, students will have a fully developed business model, automated workflows, and marketing materials they can use immediately. Instructor: Tramane Halsch

This ongoing class is for beginner and intermediate painters. We will learn about materials, color mixing, values and layering. If you’ve had some experience with watercolors, we explore a variety of wet and dry brush techniques through demonstrations and hands-on teaching. Subject matter includes landscapes, wildlife, flowers, etc. Material list will be provided. Paper Fee: $7 (if needed.) Class ID: 1020. Instructor: Keith McGuire **Please note that because this class occurs during the school day in a school building, a driver's license is required for sign in. Supply List 1. 2 Watercolor brushes, Rounds #6 and #8, 1 Wash Brush 1” Flat 2. 1 Tray, Butcher Tray (Metal), Plastic with wells or cover, white ceramic plate. 3.Paints: Alizeren Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Red Med., Cadmium Yellow Med., Indigo, Burnt Sienna, Permanent Green Light, Cerulean Blue, Yellow Ochre. Recommended but not required: Thalo Green 4. Cleaning Jar 5. #5H pencil 6. Kneaded Eraser 7.Watercolor Paper- I only use Arches 140# cold press, can be purchased for $7.00 per sheet, 22’x30’

This cohesive series guides participants through the essential steps of career development, from creating a strong personal brand to building professional connections and mastering the interview process. Each session builds upon the last, empowering participants to approach their career journey with clarity and confidence. Session 1: Defining Your Brand – Building Resumes and LinkedIn Profiles That Stand Out Craft a compelling professional identity by developing a resume and LinkedIn profile that highlight your skills, accomplishments, and personal story. Learn how to showcase transferable skills and align your experience with your career goals. Session 2: Expanding Your Reach – Networking and Applying with Purpose Discover how to build and leverage your professional network to uncover opportunities strategically. Gain actionable insights into tailoring applications, tracking progress, and using LinkedIn to connect with key players in your industry. Session 3: Presenting Your Best Self – Interviewing with Confidence and Clarity Confidently showcase your skills and experience by mastering effective communication techniques and strategies for answering common and complex questions. Learn to convey confidence, highlight your qualifications, and follow up with professionalism. This series provides an integrated approach to career development, ensuring participants leave with the tools and confidence needed to achieve their professional aspirations. Class ID: 1266. Instructor: Joe Halsch

From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night live online class your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works. You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice’s strengths, your interests, and more. Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions! Additionally, there will be a chance for a one on one script read with the instructor at the end of the class. About The Instructor: With more than 30 years as a voice over artist and voice over producer, your instructor is part of the team at Voice Coaches with clients including major television networks, game designers, audio book publishers and more. Learn more at Voicecoaches.com. Class ID: 1061. Instructor: Voice Coaches

Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: How to play songs without relying on music.A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing - all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Instant Piano” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords recommended. Fee includes the online book, online follow-up lessons, a recording of the class and an optional monthly question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom. Class ID: 1025. Instructor: Craig Coffman

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Since this class is being held online with Zoom, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. The class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. For ages 13+. Topics Include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes Class ID: 1019. Instructor: Craig Coffman

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Since this class is being held online with Zoom, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. The class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. For ages 13+. Topics Include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes Class ID: 1019. Instructor: Craig Coffman

In just a few hours you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do - using chords. Since this class is being held online with Zoom you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. This course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands on instruction. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it How to form the three main types of chords How to handle different keys and time signatures How to avoid “counting” How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords Class ID: 1018. Instructor: Craig Coffman

In just a few hours you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do - using chords. Since this class is being held online with Zoom you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. This course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands on instruction. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it How to form the three main types of chords How to handle different keys and time signatures How to avoid “counting” How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords Class ID: 1018. Instructor: Craig Coffman

In this class you will learn how to take better pictures and begin to master your camera’s basic settings. This will be accomplished through lectures, in class activities and assignments. We will discuss everything from the camera itself to the thought process of creating a photograph. You must have access to the internet and ability to upload and download photos. To get the most out of this course, please be prepared to do weekly assignments, so that you can receive feedback to grow your skills. Class ID: 1265. Instructor: Kateland Rosaen

ChatGPT isn’t just a fun tool—it’s a powerful productivity booster for everyday tasks, work, and creativity. But to use it effectively, you need to know how to ask the right questions and get high-quality responses. The Mastering ChatGPT Series is a beginner-friendly, hands-on course designed to take participants from AI novices to confident users. What Participants Will Learn & Do: • Course 1: ChatGPT for Everyday Life – Learn the basics of ChatGPT, how to ask better questions, and how to use AI for planning, organizing, and problem-solving. • Course 2: ChatGPT for Work & Productivity – Discover how to use AI for writing emails, generating ideas, conducting research, and automating repetitive tasks. • Course 3: ChatGPT for Creativity & Advanced Problem-Solving – Explore AI-powered writing, storytelling, marketing, skill-building, and goal-setting. What to Expect in Class: • Live demonstrations & guided exercises to help participants practice real-world AI applications. • Step-by-step training on how to improve ChatGPT responses and refine AI-generated content. • Hands-on projects, including email templates, brainstorming guides, and AI-generated creative pieces. What to Bring: • A laptop, tablet, or smartphone with access to ChatGPT (free or paid version). • No prior AI experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to explore! Who Should Take This Class? This series is perfect for professionals, students, lifelong learners, and creatives who want to: ✅ Save time and boost productivity at work or in personal life. ✅ Use AI for brainstorming, planning, and content creation. ✅ Improve problem-solving and strategic thinking with AI-powered insights. Instructor: Tramane Halsch

Getting your own book published can give you a feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction. Publish a children’s book, a how-to book, a memoir, art book, a cook book, or just about any type of book. In this class you will learn how to tap into readily available resources to turn your work into a published book. (This is not a writing class.) If you are thinking about publishing a book or simply curious, this class is for you. Class ID: 1271. Instructor: Preethi Fernando Please see the video here for more information about this class: https://youtu.be/PdtTU9Hyh08

All Saline Area Schools Alumni (and family) are invited to attend the 133rd annual Saline High School Alumni Banquet on June 20, 2025, at the Saline Middle School Cafeteria, located at 7190 S. Maple Road Saline, MI 48176. The banquet celebrates all Saline Alumni and will honor the anniversary classes of 1975 and 2000, as well as the 2025 Alumni Scholarship winners! All SHS graduates are invited to attend! Friday, June 20th 2025 @ The Saline Middle School 5PM - Social Hour 6PM - Dinner 7PM - Program Tickets $35 Tickets can be purchased online here OR tickets can be purchased in person at the Saline Community Education office located inside Liberty School - 7265 N Ann Arbor St. Saline, MI 48176 or by calling 734-401-4020 during our office hours Monday- Friday, 8AM - 4PM. Tickets cannot be purchased at the door for the event. Ticket sales end on June 13th @ 3PM! The 2025 Alumni Banquet Committee Joyce (Marsh) Bailey 1978 Cindy (Waterbury) Burkhardt 1974 J.P. DiMaggio 1974 Nancy (Emerson) Finkbeiner 1972 Sandi (Jedele) Graff 1970 Lisa Grossman 1975 Nancy (Braun) Leite 1976 Linda Livingstone 1972 Betsy (Scherdt) Marl 1972 Patty (Layher) Richter 1975

Through this workshop you will begin to understand the photographic possibilities of your iPhone. Topics covered include an array of information for people with all level of skill. We will discuss things as basic as how utilize the camera to take images all the way through editing on the device and accessories you can buy to enhance your images. Ending with an in class activity and critique to make sure that you creating with confidence by the end of class. Class ID: 1264. Instructor: Kateland Rosaen Please note: The summer session B has a different time and fee than what's originally posted.