San Mateo Adult & Career Education Catalog

SPRING 2024 COURSE CATALOG Registration Now Open

Check out the programs we offer to advance your career and reach your goals!

DREAM, BELIEVE, SUCCEED.

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789 East Poplar Ave, San Mateo, 94401

(650) 535-3766

ABOUT SMACE

MISSION STATEMENT San Mateo Adult and Career Education prepares adults from diverse backgrounds and educational needs for success in college, career, and community engagement. Our programs provide equitable opportunities to access and acquire academic, workforce, life, and technology skills.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNER OUTCOMES • • •

Students will set and meet academic, career and/or individual goals.

Students will gain knowledge and apply critical thinking skills to achieve their goals.

Students will engage with, integrate and utilize technology.

Fully accredited by the schools commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

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EQUITY & ANTI-BIAS STATEMENT The Equity and Anti-Bias Committee is searching for ways to support our school’s attempt to raise staff, teacher and student awareness regarding how race and other factors affect our behavior, thinking, curriculum and the environment at our school community. We are committed to open discussion, formulating a clear policy, providing resources and meaningful training to help all staff.

We are confident that the formulation and efforts of this committee will be an opportunity to communicate with one another and understand our own struggles and experiences surrounding bias. We are in this together. And together, we will all put our best efforts towards a common goal- to ensure that we treat others and that we are treated with the dignity and respect we each deserve.

DREAM, BELIEVE, SUCCEED.

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Sincerely, Angela Taylor | Director

ABOUT SMACE

Greetings and Welcome to our Spring 2024 Semester!

At San Mateo Adult & Career Education (SMACE), we are committed to and pride ourselves on "preparing individuals from diverse backgrounds and educational needs for success in college, career and community engagement." Begin or continue your journey with us!

Whether you want to Learn English, Study for the GED, Become a Phlebotomist, or Go to College, the opportunities are endless. Sign up for classes and take that first step to achieving your educational and career goals. Join SMACE and become part of our exciting school community! We are here and waiting to meet you!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Career Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Community Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Active Adults Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-17 Adult Secondary Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 English As A Second Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Locations/Maps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Contact Us. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

KEY/LEGEND

Means this class is offered at no cost

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Course Title

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Location Instructor Name Date(s)

Days

Time

When the class meets

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CAREER EDUCATION

CAREER EDUCATION Through hands-on learning and extensive resources, San Mateo Adult & Career Education will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to advance your career in a high demand industry.

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT • Basic Math Class

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• Building Trades Math Prep Program

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Find a new career or gain the skills to advance in your current one by taking a class designed to help you succeed.

HEATHCARE EDUCATION • Clinical Medical Assistant • Dental Rover: Sterilization Technician

TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS, & FINANCE • AWS Cloud Foundations Training • AWS Solutions Architect Training

• CERT (Community Emergency Response Team Training)

• Dispensing Optician Course

• ESL City Goverment Academy

• Intro to Healthcare Basics

• Microsoft Excel Certification

• Professional Communications

• Medical Billing & Coding Specialist

• Microsoft Office Basics

• EKG Technician Training

• Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy Technician Program

Student Voices “This center is the best. You can learn and obtain a career in several types of fields and apply your skills to several upstanding companies as I have.” - Hope M.

• Computer Lab • Google Basics

• Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 • Office 365 Cloud Essentials • Intro to Accounting • Quickbooks Comprehensive

Start your future today!

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Our Career & Professional Development courses offer the knowledge required to advance in your career or gain the skills needed to give you an advantage when entering the workforce.

FREE

Basic Math Class Online Instructor: Carlos Lazalde Parra Spring 2024 M, W

FREE

6:30PM-9:00PM

Building Trades Math Prep Program

CAREER EDUCATION

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Hybrid: Online, In-Person in Room 43 Instructor: Carlos Lazalde Parra 1/16-4/18

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6:00PM-8:30PM

Get help to pass your local union math and mechanical exam and oral interview.

Contact the Career Education Coordinator for more information.

Weʼre here to help you succeed!

Call us at (650) 535-3766 or email us at SMAS_CTEinfo@smuhsd.org

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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS? WE HAVE ANSWERS!

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CAREER EDUCATION

Career & Professional Development SKILLS YOU NEED FOR BUSINESS & BEYOND Get the essential communication skills you need to thrive in any workplace environment and become a confident leader.

The Professional Communications course includes a voucher for certification in professional communications by Southwest Airlines.

Professional Communications In-Person, Room 42

FREE

ESL City Goverment Academy In-Person, Room 41 & Field Trips Instructor: Garcia 1/11-4/18

FREE

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8:30AM-12:30PM

CERT (Community Emergency Response Team Training) Online & in Venus Saturn Instructor: SMFC - S. Firpo

Instructor: Walsh / Garcia Summer 2024 2/5-4/17

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9:00AM-12:00PM

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6:30PM-9:00PM 8:30AM-4:30PM

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Financial assistance and/or payment plans are available for those who qualify. For more information or other questions, please contact the Career Education Coordinator.

SMAS_CTEinfo@smuhsd.org (650) 535-3766

Ready to get started?

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HEALTHCARE EDUCATION

Clinical Medical Assistant Training Program

FREE

Intro to Healthcare Basics In-Person, Room 42

Hybrid: Online & In-Person Labs

Instructor: Patel/Walsh

Instructor: Heidi Carmen Dates: 1/24 - 4/27 (6 lab days) Online

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6:00PM-9:30PM

Lab

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9:00AM-4:30PM

2/6-3/28

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9:00AM-12:00PM

Dental Sterilization Technician Hybrid: Online, In-Person (Labs held in Room 42) Instructor: Ana D. Dates: 1/16 - 2/22 In-Person

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Online

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CAREER EDUCATION

Our Healthcare programs offer certifications and hands-on training in high demand health and medical careers.

6:30PM-8:30PM

Dispensing Optician Training Hybrid: Online, In-Person Instructor: Lynnette Garcia, ABOC Online

2/6-5/16

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6:00PM-8:45PM

Lab Days: Dates TBD

Some of our healthcare training courses include externships in a private practice, clinic or urgent care facility. It’s an excellent way to explore the medical field!

Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Online Instructor: Reed/Miles 4/9-8/22

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6:00PM-7:30PM

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TRAINING YOU FOR THE WORKFORCE

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CAREER EDUCATION

Healthcare Education Pharmacy Technician Training Program 1 & 2

Phlebotomy Technician Program

Online

SMACE in Rm 41; Labs will be held offsite at a Cal Regional lab site

Instructor: Career Training Solution

Instructor: CalRegional

4/9-9/24

3/11-8/1

6:00PM-9:30PM

1/8-11/18

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5:30PM-9:30PM

Sa 9:00AM-12:30PM

1/6-11/23

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8:00AM-5:00PM

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M, Th 6:00PM-9:30PM

EKG Technician Training (Morning) Online Instructor: CalRegional 1/8-1/31

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8:30AM-12:30PM

2/12-3/6

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8:30AM-12:30PM

3/18-4/9

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8:30AM-12:30PM

EKG Technician Training (Evening) Online

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Instructor: CalRegional

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1/22-2/13

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5:30PM-9:30PM

2/26-3/19

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5:30PM-9:30PM

4/1-4/23

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5:30PM-9:30PM

Student Voices “I started with the Intro to Healthcare Basics which gave me a strong start and confidence to take the Clinical Medical Assistant Program.

I’m happy to say I am now dually credentialed and have a full-time job doing what I love. My life changed at San Mateo Adult School.”

- Patricia U.

AWS Academy

Student Voices

AWS Academy provides curriculum that prepares students to pursue industry-recognized certifications and in-demand cloud jobs. The two courses we offer help students stay at the forefront of AWS Cloud innovation so that they build the skills they need to get hired in one of the fastest-growing industries.

“The San Mateo Smart Center is state-of-the art. Each student is assigned to an individual computer terminal and full working software is installed, thus providing hands-on experience. I would highly recommend these courses.”

- Kenneth S.

AWS Cloud Foundations Training Online Instructor: Francis Reyes TBD

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5:00PM-9:00PM

CAREER EDUCATION

TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS, & FINANCE

AWS Solutions Architect Training Online

COURSE

EXAM

AWS Academy Cloud Foundations

AWS Certified Cloud Practioner

Instructor: Francis Reyes Summer 2024

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5:00PM-9:00PM EXAM

AWS Academy Cloud Foundations

AWS Certified Cloud Practioner

COURSE

EXAM

AWS Academy Cloud Architecting

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Learn more about AWS

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RSVP for one of our upcoming virtual information sessions where we will cover details about the program and answer any questions you may have!

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CAREER EDUCATION

Finance Classes Basic finance knowledge and skills are important tools for almost any profession and business. These courses will help anyone interested in a career in accounting, bookkeeping, finance or owning a business.

Intro to Accounting

FREE

Hybrid: Online, In-Person at Mercury in Smart Center Instructor: Demetrius Booker 1/17-4/17

FREE

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12:30PM-3:00PM

Quickbooks Comprehensive Hybrid: Online, In-Person at Mercury in Smart Center Instructor: Demetrius Booker 1/16-4/18

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12:30PM-3:00PM

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DESIGNED TO HELP YOU SUCCEED

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The last part of the Intro to Accounting course includes an introduction to Quickbooks, setting you up for the next step in your finance career.

QuickBooks Comprehensive meets all the objectives of the QuickBooks Certified User exam.

Register now!

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THESE CLASSES ARE FREE! Both Intro to Accounting and Quickbooks Comprehensive are offered at no cost, and a free, one-year trial of QuickBooks Online is available for students.

Computer Classes Computer Lab San Mateo Adult School, EOF Instructor: Dimon 1/16-4/18

FREE

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Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 12:30PM-3:30PM

Google Basics San Mateo Adult School, EOF Instructor: Dimon 1/16-4/15 1/19-4/19

FREE

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5:30PM-9:00PM 8:30AM-12:30PM

Hybrid: Online, In-Person at Mercury in Smart Center Instructor: Booker

FREE

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1/17-4/17

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5:30PM-9:00PM

San Mateo Adult School, EOF Instructor: Dimon 1/18-4/18

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5:30PM-9:00PM

Microsoft Excel Certification Part 2 San Mateo Adult School, EOF

8:30AM-12:00PM

Office 365 Cloud Essentials Hybrid: Online, In-Person at Mercury in Smart Center Instructor: Booker 1/17-4/19 M-W, F

Instructor: Dimon

Microsoft Excel Certification Part 1

Microsoft Office Basics

TBD

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CAREER EDUCATION

FREE

We offer essential computer classes to help students thrive in any workplace environment.

8:30AM-12:00PM

Instructor: Dimon 1/22-4/15

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5:30PM-9:00PM

*Must complete Excel Certification Part 1 to register.

GET CERTIFIED

WE OFFER TYPING (KEYBOARDING) TESTS Typing tests and certificates for employment and personal purposes are available for a fee of $20. Walk-in hours are Mon-Thu, 12:30-3:00pm. For appointments or questions, contact the Career Education Coordinator at SMAS_CTEinfo@smuhsd.org.

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Earning a Microsoft certification can set you apart in the job market and shows employers and hiring managers that you have the necessary skills to do the job.

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COMMUNITY CLASSES

COMMUNITY CLASSES Community Classes are meant to encourage skill development and socialization. Learn a new language or take a music class. Courses are open to adults of all ages.

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“Tiziana's Conversational Italian class is my favorite part of the week. Her class is bringing the language to life for me and is wonderful if you are new to the language and or want to refresh your memory and skills.”

- Daniell C.

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

MUSIC APPRECIATION

• Spanish Level 1

• West Bay Community Band

• Spanish Level 2

• Conversational Italian

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Student Voices

San Mateo Adult Career and Education offers Italian and Spanish classes for working adults to improve their foreign language skills for their personal benefit and/or career.

• History of Dance: Broadway’s Greatest Hits • Afternoon at the Opera: Prep for the Met

We offer community courses that celebrate the joy of music. Both courses are a great way to learn about and appreciate music.

Ready to enroll?

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Music Appreciation

Take the time to learn practical Spanish and Italian including vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

West Bay Community Band* Mills High School Instructor: Dimon 1/8-4/15

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7:00PM-9:00PM

Spanish Level 1 Online Instructor: Mary Weng 1/17-3/20

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4:00PM-5:30PM

Spanish Level 2 Online Instructor: Mary Weng 1/19-3/22

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12:30PM-2:00PM

History of Dance: Broadwayʼs Greatest Hits* Online Instructor: Washburn 1/8-2/26

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2:30PM-4:00PM

COMMUNITY CLASSES

Foreign Language Classes

Designed to teach students how to interpret music and understand the creative process behind musical productions.

Afternoon at the Opera: Prep for the Met* Online Instructor: Deborah Rosengaus

Conversational Italian Level 1 Instructor: Tiziana Balestra Online Th

6:30PM-8:30PM

1/29-4/15

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6:30PM-8:30PM

In-Person at Foster City Community Center 1/29-4/15

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10:00AM-12:00PM

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2:30PM-4:00PM

*These classes are also part of our Programs for Active Adults.

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ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

PROGRAMS FOR ACTIVE ADULTS These are classes for mature adults designed to encourage the pursuit of knowledge through life-long learning.

Whether it’s learning to speak a foreign language, improving your health and fitness, or researching your family history, there’s a class for you!

APPLIED ARTS & MUSIC • Drawing and Painting • Drawing for Beginners Level 1 • Drawing for Beginners Level 2 • Watercolor

• Small Group Tai Chi for Better Balance

• History of Dance: Broadway’s Greatest Hits

• Tai Chi 101: Beginner

• West Bay Community Band

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• Fall Prevention 1

• Fall Prevention 2

• Move, Stretch, & Strengthen

• Fundamentals of Art

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HEALTH & FITNESS

• Afternoon at the Opera: Prep for the Met

• Pilates & Yoga Fusion

• Tai Chi 103: Advanced

• Current Events • Memoirs and Stories

Try something new!

• Yoga for Health

CONSIDER GETTING A GUEST PASS Guest Passes are a great way to try out a class! Purchase a pass at the Adult School office or in class from your instructor. Passes are good for most classes in Health & Fitness, Current Events, and Music Appreciation.

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CURRENT EVENTS, MEMOIRS AND STORIES

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Drawing and Painting

Instructor: Matt Crane 2/1-2/29

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1:30PM-3:30PM

3/7-4/11

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1:30PM-3:30PM

Enhance your art skills in drawing and painting! Class sizes are kept small so each student receives personal instruction.

Drawing for Beginners Level 1 San Mateo Senior Center, Assembly Room Instructor: Matt Crane 1/23-2/27

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1:00PM-3:00PM

Drawing for Beginners Level 2 San Mateo Senior Center, Assembly Room Instructor: Matt Crane 3/5-4/16

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1:00PM-3:00PM

Fundamentals of Fine Art Foster City Rec Center Instructor: Julie Paladino-Andrews 1/9-3/26

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9:30AM-11:30AM

1/9-3/26

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12:30PM-2:30PM

ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

Foster City Community Center in the Sail Room

Applied Arts

Watercolor Painting San Mateo Senior Center Instructor: Matt Crane Th

9:30AM-12:00PM

Student Voices San Mateo Adult & Career Education is a wonderful place with amazing people who work there!

- Frida V.

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ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

Music Appreciation Take a class where you can join the West Bay Community Band, learn about the history of Broadway, or discuss the operas being performed live at the Met. *These classes are also part of our Community Classes Program.

West Bay Community Band* Mills High School Instructor: Washburn 1/8-4/15

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7:00PM-9:00PM

History of Dance: Broadwayʼs Greatest Hits* Online Instructor: Deborah Rosengaus 1/8-2/26

NO AUDITION REQUIRED If you’ve been itching to play again, come join the West Bay Community Band! Our band has over 40 fun-loving musicians who enjoy playing music of all styles and periods, performing, and appreciate being part of an ensemble.

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2:30PM-4:00PM

Afternoon at the Opera: Prep for the Met* Online Instructor: Deborah Rosengaus 3/4-4/15

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2:30PM-4:00PM

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For more information, contact Erinn Washburn at erinnwashburnschool@ gmail.com.

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Take a front row seat from the comfort of your home and join gifted Mezzo Soprano and performer, Deborah Rosengaus on Monday afternoons for her History of Dance: Broadway's Greatest Hits class or her popular Prep for the Met series.

Health & Fitness

Fall Prevention 1 Millbrae Recreation Center

Small Group Tai Chi for Better Balance Foster City Rec Center, Spirit Room Instructor: Debbie Au 1/18-2/22

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10:15AM-11:15AM

3/7-4/18

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10:15AM-11:15AM

Instructor: Jeri McGovern 1/23-2/27

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1:00PM-2:00PM

Fall Prevention 2 Millbrae Recreation Center Instructor: Jeri McGovern 3/5-4/16

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1:00PM-2:00PM

Move, Stretch & Strengthen Millbrae Recreation Center Instructor: Jeri McGovern 1/8-4/15

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9:30AM-10:30AM

1/10-4/17

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9:30AM-10:30AM

SO MANY BENEFITS

Want to give it a try? Visit our website to see which classes accept Guest Passes and get ready to try something new!

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A Health & Fitness class not only keeps your mind sharp and your body moving, but it can also increase your confidence, improve coordination, and give you a feeling of well being.

ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

These classes provide learning opportunities to optimize physical and mental fitness.

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ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

Health & Fitness Pilates & Yoga Fusion San Bruno Senior Center Instructor: Juliet Martine 1/8-4/15

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2:30PM-3:30PM

Tai Chi 101: Beginner Online & at Millbrae Recreation Center, Senior Gym Instructor: Debbie Au 1/10-4/17

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2:00PM-3:00PM

Tai Chi 103: Advanced Foster City Rec Center, Spirit Room Instructor: Debbie Au 1/11-4/18

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9:00AM-10:00AM

Yoga for Health

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Foster City Community Center

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Student Voices “Becoming a staff member from a student, I have seen increase in the number of students, the different types of the teaching methods, deepening of cooperation with communities and expansion of career training.” -Bei X.

Instructor: Juliet Martine Instructor: Daniela Scott 1/9-4/16 Scott Martine 1/11-4/18

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10:30AM-11:30AM 10:30AM-11:30AM

Online Yoga Class

San Bruno Senior Center

San Bruno Senior Center

Instructor: Juliet Martine

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Instructor: Daniela Scott Martine 1/8-4/15 Scott 1/11-4/18

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4:00PM-5:00PM 10:15AM-11:15AM

1/8-4/15

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12:30PM-1:30PM

Current Events

Current Events Online Instructor: Judi Leff 1/9-4/16

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1:30PM-2:30PM

Memoirs and Stories This online class is small and intimate, and focuses on providing a safe, private, and supportive place to explore putting your life story into words.

Writing: Memoirs and Stories

ACTIVE ADULTS PROGRAM

Connect with other adults who enjoy thought-provoking, lively conversations about the world in which we live.

Online Instructor: Judi Leff 1/12-4/19 1/12-4/19

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10:00AM-12:00PM 1:00PM-3:00PM

Contact Active Adults Program Coordinator Jeri McGovern for more information.

(650) 558-2100 SMAS_Activeinfo@smuhsd.org

We have several locations located around San Mateo. See a map of our main campus and other locations on pages 22 and 23 to find which one is closest to you.

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Having a High School Diploma or GED opens up a world of opportunities that may otherwise be unavailable to people who haven’t finished high school or a high school equivalent.

High School Diploma & GED Programs With a high school diploma or GED, you can:

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Increase job opportunities Help you prepare for better career opportunities Prepare you for community college Qualify you for financial aid to further your education

Student Voices “SMACE provides a sense of community and belonging. Through class lessons and school activities, students develop skills and abilities to be productive and successful.” -Katherine G.

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA & GED

ADULT SECONDARY EDUCATION

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High School Diploma Program Courses

Units

English

40

Algebra

10

Other Mathematics

20

Physical Science

10

Biology

10

World History

10

U.S. History

10

Government

5

Economics

5

Health

5

HOW TO REGISTER

Electives

25

TOTAL

150

To enroll in the High School Diploma Program, you must first attend a mandatory orientation session.

Please bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript to the orientation or email your transcripts to Carlota Zuniga czuniga@smuhsd.org.

(Contact the registrar at your most recently attended high school to request an official transcript.)

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Class Schedule San Mateo Adult & Career Ed Mon-Thu (In-Person) Morning, 9:00AM-12:00PM Evening, 4:00PM-8:00PM

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ATTEND AN ORIENTATION San Mateo Adult & Career Education Morning Session:

Dec. 6 & Dec. 13

Evening Session:

Dec. 7 & Dec. 12

Introducing Spanish GED Orientations: Morning Session:

Dec. 7

Evening Session:

Dec. 6 & Dec. 13

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA & GED

The Adult Learning Center at San Mateo Adult & Career Education provides the opportunity for adult students to earn credits toward a high school diploma. Instruction is individualized, so each student works on the specific courses he or she needs. Courses are textbook and computer-based.

Teachers are always available to work one-on-one with students. Goal setting, skill building, and career and life planning are incorporated into the classes.

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA & GED

GED Preparation Program

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We recommend our GED program to students who need more than 30 credits. They will complete classwork and GED practice tests to prepare for the official GED exams. We also offer Spanish GED classes.

FREE

GED English Online via Zoom Mon-Thu Evening, 6:30PM-9:00PM

FREE

GED En Español / GED Spanish Hybrid In-Person at San Mateo Adult and Career Education & Online Mon-Tue (In-Person) Wed-Thu (Online via Zoom) Evening, 6:30PM-9:00PM

Our High School Diploma and GED Programs are FREE!

OPEN UP A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY We offer quality teacher-led instruction and independent study options across programs— the majority of which are open entry. Take the next step towards your success today!

TAKE YOUR GED TEST AT SMACE San Mateo Adult & Career Education is an official GED TEST SITE. Visit www.ged.com to register for the official GED test(s).

SAN MATEO OFFICIAL GED TEST DATES: Tuesdays 5:30PM-8:45PM

Classes are FREE!

San Mateo Adult and Career Education's FREE ESL classes teach English vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, writing, and technical skills.

FREE

COURSES OFFERED:

• ESL All-Skills Classes

• Citizenship

• ESL Listening/Speaking Classes

• Writing

• ESL Computer Lab

• Pronunciation

• Reading Improvement

ENGLISH CLASSES

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER CLASSES (ESL)

Orientation & Placement Information FOR NEW STUDENTS In-person registration takes two days and you must attend both days.

You’ll need a Gmail account to register.

• 50 Students will be selected by lottery to register.

• The lottery starts at 8:45AM and 5:45PM. • Don’t be late! (No need to arrive more than 15 minutes early.)

Spring Semester begins on Tuesday, January 16, 2024

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If you attended an ESL class between 2017 and Fall 2023 and want to return, please email your name, date of birth and your preference for a morning or evening class to SMAS_ESLinfo@smuhsd.org by December 15th and we will contact you with information about registration.

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LOCATIONS

LOCATIONS SMACE Main Campus 789 East Poplar Ave. San Mateo, CA 94401 (next to San Mateo High School)

E X I T TO D E L AWA R E SCHOOL BUS AREA

TEACHER / STUDENT PARKING AREA STAFF PARKING ONLY

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