This program guide consists of guidelines, forms, and curriculum materials for use in implementing the Giving Rural Adults a Study Program (GRASP). A regional program covering four rural counties in New York State, GRASP is designed to deliver packaged, individualized adult basic education (ABE) and high school equivalency (GED) programming to adults lacking adequate transportation to participate in traditional educational programs. Included in the guide are the following materials: an outline of the program delivery system and guidelines for participating in the program, a description of the components and operation of the GRASP regional cooperative network, guidelines and procedures for student evaluation and entry into the program, implementation guidelines, sample letters used in implementing the program, assignments, and a bibliography and curriculum. Assignments in social studies, reading and literature, English, and mathematics are included in the package. (MN)