GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION

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GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION El Cajon Adult Campus MOUNTAIN EMPIRE 1075 E. Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA 92021 Alternative Education, Mountain Empire Foothills Adult Education Campus (619) 401-9750 High School 1550 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019 elcajonadult.guhsd.net 31360 Highway 94, Campo, CA 91906 (619) 588-3500 Located adjacent to El Cajon Valley High School (619) 473-9022, ext. 2214 adultschool.guhsd.net Director ESL Programs: Lance Yocom meusd.k12.ca.us Located near Granite Hills High School [email protected] Director: Heather Westgaard Bus Route 874 (last service 6:00 pm) [email protected] Director Academic Programs: Barbara Boggio GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY [email protected] COLLEGE DISTRICT Director CTE & PE: Jeff Wood We are investing in the future. [email protected] Grossmont College Visit us in the Fall and see what is new. 8800 Grossmont College Drive Construction for a new Student Center Health Occupations Center El Cajon, California 92020 at Foothills Adult Center and upgraded 9368 Oakbourne Rd., Santee, CA 92071 (619) 644-7000 facilities and both Foothills Adult (619) 956-4300 Campus and El Cajon Adult Campus hoc.guhsd.net Cuyamaca College are underway. Located adjacent to West Hills High School 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway Director: Heather Peterson El Cajon, California 92019 [email protected] (619) 660-4000

CLASSROOM/PROGRAM LOCATIONS

Alpine Education Complex Idea Center High School Steele Canyon High School 1850 Alpine Blvd, 1600 N. Cuyamaca Street 12440 Campo Road Alpine, CA 91901 El Cajon, CA 92021 Spring Valley, CA 91978

DMV Test Site La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center (LMAEC) The Piano Studio 1901 Jamacha Rd. 8450 La Mesa Blvd. 7840 El Cajon Blvd. Suite #402 El Cajon, CA 92019 La Mesa, CA 91941 La Mesa, CA 91942

El Cajon Valley High School Jamul Elementary School West Hills High School 1035 E. Madison Avenue 14567 Lyons Valley Rd 8756 Mast Blvd. El Cajon, CA 92021 Jamul, CA 91935 Santee, CA 92071

El Capitan High School Lemon Grove Senior Center - 10410 Ashwood Street Lemon Blossom Hall HOLIDAYS - NO CLASSES Lakeside, CA 92040 8235 Mount Vernon St 2021 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 Labor Day Sept 6 East County Regional Education Center Veterans’ Day Nov 11 924 E Main St Monte Vista Village Senior Center Thanksgiving Break Nov 22-27 El Cajon, CA 92021 2211 Massachusetts Avenue Lemon Grove, CA 91945 2021/2022 Glenn E. Murdock Elementary School Winter Recess Dec 20 - 31 4354 Conrad Drive Renette Center La Mesa, CA 91941 935 S. Emerald Avenue 2022 El Cajon, CA 92020 Martin Luther King Day Jan 17 Helix High School President’s Days Feb 18 & 21 7323 University Avenue Santana High School Spring Recess April 11 - 15 La Mesa, CA 91942 9915 N. Magnolia Avenue Memorial Day May 30 Santee, CA 92071

Due to construction, Fall classes at Foothills and El Cajon Adult Centers will start in mid September instead of August this year. See back cover for a sneak preview. TABLE OF CONTENTS Career Training Programs 6 ACCREDITATION • Advanced Manufacturing 8 Grossmont Adult Education is accredited by the Western Association • Automotive/Transportation 8 of Schools and Colleges. Accreditation • Business & Information Technologies 8 is an assurance of quality and a • Construction Trades 8 guarantee that courses taken for credit will be accepted by other • Culinary Arts 8 educational institutions. Teachers • Food Safety 9 are certified in their teaching area by • Finance 9 the State Commission for Teacher • Real Estate 9 Preparation and Licensing.

• Welding 9 PUBLISHER STATEMENT • Medical Careers 10 The catalog is published by Grossmont Adult Education, Academic Programs 14 a member of East Region • High School Equivalency (HSE) Preparation 16 Adult Education. • High School Equivalency Exams 16 • High School Diploma 16 DISCLAIMER Every effort has been made to ensure English as a Second Language / Citizenship 18 that all information in this catalog is accurate. However, the information in Personal Enrichment 22 this publication is subject to change without notice. Students should consult the website adultschool.guhsd.net and the appropriate campus for updates, most recent information, and special requirements or regulations.

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GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 1 WELCOME TO THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR It’s been a year of change and uncertainty, but also of resilience and creativity, as we all continue to learn new ways to stay connected and to keep moving forward. Grossmont Adult Education is continuing to innovate and provide flexible programs to ensure that no matter what, we are ready to support all students in achieving academic, workplace, and lifelong learning goals! In order to help you on your journey, we are developing paths of opportunities for students who want to accelerate progress with college and/or career preparation while also meeting language acquisition and academic goals. For lifelong learners looking for personal enrichment classes like art, parent education, exercise, and much more, we have great options for you to connect, both online and in person! Don’t forget: Our printed catalog only comes out once a year. In order to ensure Kim Bellaart accurate information, our detailed class schedule can be found on our website: Director adultschool.guhsd.net. (619)588-3511 Welcome to another year of opportunity to grow with us. I encourage you to contact me to share your successes as well as your suggestions so we can continue to provide the very best in adult education and lifelong learning!

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Grossmont Adult Education is to enrich the lives of our community members by providing high quality, affordable, lifelong educational opportunities; fulfilling personal, academic, and workplace goals for an increasingly diverse population.

SCHOOLWIDE OUTCOMES

• Provide further education, career training, and employment opportunities • Prepare students to be resourceful in reaching their goals • Produce a well-trained and knowledgeable workforce • Promote community involvement and responsibility

2 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 BIENVENIDOS AL AÑO ESCOLAR 2021-2022! Ha sido un año de cambios e incertidumbre, pero también de resiliencia y creatividad, ya que todos seguimos aprendiendo nuevas formas de estar conectados y seguir avanzando. Grossmont Adult Education continúa innovando y brindando programas flexibles para garantizar que, pase lo que pase, ¡estemos listos para apoyar a todos los estudiantes en el logro de las metas académicas, laborales y de aprendizaje permanente! Para ayudarte en tu viaje, estamos desarrollando caminos de oportunidades para los estudiantes que desean acelerar el progreso con la preparación universitaria y / o profesional al mismo tiempo que alcanzan la adquisición del idioma y los objetivos académicos. Para los estudiantes de por vida que buscan clases de enriquecimiento personal como arte, educación para padres, ejercicio y mucho más, ¡tenemos excelentes opciones para que se conecten, tanto en línea como en persona, cuando sea posible!

No lo olvides: Nuestro catálogo impreso solo se publica una vez al año. Para La versión completa garantizar información precisa, nuestro horario de clases detallado se puede en español encontrar en nuestro sitio web: adultschool.guhsd.net. de este catálogo está Bienvenidos a otro año de oportunidades para crecer con nosotros. Los animo a que disponible en línea se pongan en contacto conmigo para compartir sus éxitos y sus sugerencias para adultschool.guhsd.net que podamos seguir brindando lo mejor en educación de adultos y aprendizaje para toda la vida. ًمرحبا بكم يف العام الدرايس 2021-2022 لقدمتثل هذا العام الدرايس بالكثري من كونه عام التغيريات وعدم اليقني ، إال أنه يف الوقت ذاته كان عام يتسم باملرونة واإلبداع ، حيث نستمر ًجميعايف تعلم طرق جديدة للبقاء عىل تواصل واألستمرار يف امليض ًقدما. أن مركز كروسمنت لتعليم البالغني/ Grossmont Adult Education يستمر يف االبتكار وتقديم برامج قابلة للتكييف لضامن بأننا مهام كان األمر ، مستعدين لدعم جميع الطلبة يف تحقيق أهدافهم األكادميية ، وأهدافهم الوظيفية ، وأهدافهم التي ستعلمهم وتبقى معهم مدى الحياة! من أجل مساعدتكم يف رحلتكم التعليمية ، إننا بصدى تطوير مسارات من الفرص التي نقدمها للطلبة الراغبني يف ترسيع تقدمهم يف الكليات و / أو اإلعداد الوظيفي ويف الوقت نفسه يتمكنوا من تحقيق أهدافهم األكادميية واكتسابهم ملزيد من اللغة. بالنسبة اىل املتعلمني عىل املدى البعيد أو مدى الحياة الذين يبحثون عن دروس يف اإلثراء والتنمية الشخصية مثل الفن وتعليم الوالدين والتامرين الرياضية والكثري من ذلك ، لدينا خيارات رائعة لكم للتواصل ، سواء عرب اإلنرتنت أو بالدوام شخصيًا عندما يكون ذلك ممكناً!

وال يغيب عن بالكم: أن الكتالوج املطبوع الخاص بنا يتم إصداره مرة واحدة يف السنة فقط. ومن أجل ضامن الحصول عىل معلومات دقيقة ، ميكن العثور عىل جدولنا الدرايس املفصل بالدخول اىل النسخة العربية موقعنا األلكرتوين التايل عىل اإلنرتنت: adultschool.guhsd.net الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل اإلنرتنت عىل موقع مرة أخرى رحب نُبكم يف عام آخر ميلء بالفرص التي ستساعدكم عىل النمو واإلزدهار معنا. أشجعكم adultschool.guhsd.net بشدة عىل االتصال يب ملشاركة تجاربكم الناجحة وكذلك تقديم اقرتاحاتكم حتى نتمكن من االستمرار يف تقديم أفضل ما ميكننا يف تعليم البالغني وإكتساب التعلم مدى الحياة!

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 3 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES STUDENT SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE

Academic Advising College Explorations Transitions matter! You can work • Review of assessment results Join us for our virtual & in-person events! with Student Transition Services to... and transcripts • Virtual Grossmont & Cuyamaca • Build up your skills and • One-on-one discussion of educational College Open House competencies. plans, goals, and courses with an • Career Readiness Workshops • Explore your individualized academic program advisor • Finding Money for College education and career options. • Ongoing support through (Financial Aid) • Co-design the tools to overcome academic coursework challenges and achieve success. • Work together in transitioning to Career Readiness college & career training programs. • Work readiness and resume • Connect with businesses and writing workshops industry partners to prepare you • Interview preparation and job coaching for satisfying careers. • Job fairs and employer/ employee support

Interested in Transition Services? SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS Call or text at (619) 627-1175 Or visit our website and contact • Career development us there: adultedworks.org/ • Tuition-free college options request-info-2 • Business partnerships

4 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 STUDENT VOICES

“You helped me a lot since I came down here to the United States. Every time I had questions Transition Services is there to answer me.“ – Lhoradel B.

“They went above and beyond “I received an email from to help me with my class and Rady’s this afternoon what is good for me, they used inviting me to take an to send me programs and online assessment! I did not work hard to find something complete an application so that fits me. It’s an amazing this must be initiated from experience with the services your referral. Thank you!“ and the program.“ – Teri C.. – Matilda M.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION SECTION 504 Each complaint shall be promptly The Governing Board is committed to equal Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability investigated in a way that respects the opportunity for all individuals in education. Kathy Burton, Administrator privacy of all parties concerned. There will District programs and activities shall be Academic Interventions & Alternative Programs be no retaliation against any student for free from discrimination based on sex, P.O. Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944 filing a complaint of sexual harassment or race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic (619) 593-2760 participating in the complaint process. group, marital or parental status, physical Complaints of sexual harassment shall be or mental disability, sexual orientation, or POLICY AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT filed and processed in accordance with any other unlawful consideration, whether It is the policy of the Governing Board to the complaint procedures set forth in actual or perceived. provide an educational environment free Administrative Regulation AR5145.7. For any concerns or questions, please of sexual harassment. The Governing contact the District’s Compliance officers: Board condemns sexual harassment of any district student by any person. The district Any student who believes that he or she administration will investigate and resolve has been the victim of sexual harassment TITLE IX all alleged complaints of sexual harassment should report it to the principal or designee Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex and take disciplinary action as required and or to another district administrator and Randy Montesanto, Director I authorized to remedy the situation. obtain a copy of AR145.7. Human Resources Programs P.O. Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944 (619) 644-8009

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 5 We are the right choice for career training opportunities!

CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS

We are proud to offer career training classes DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE for in-demand occupations in our region. Hello! If you are looking to add skills to advance from your current job or for a career change, I Grossmont Adult Education is the right choice invite you to see what GAE has to offer. for your career training opportunities because: I have three primary objectives: • Classes are accelerated 8- to 16-weeks to 1. Provide classes that teach the skills needed for in-demand, high wage job opportunities in our region. fit into your schedule. 2. Make these classes affordable. • We provide rigorous industry sector training. 3. Design the classes in accelerated 8-, 12- or 16-week formats so students can fit the classes • Our classes are affordable. Fees are much into their busy schedules. lower than at for-profit training centers. GAE is also proud to offer classes that meet the high standards that allow our students to test • Many classes earn industry-recognized for industry-recognized certifications. These include our American Welding Society (AWS) and certifications and licenses. CompTIA A+ certification classes. Our classes for Commercial Truck Class-B, and real estate • Eligible students may receive full-funding meet requirements for state licensing. And we are always looking to expand our certification and opportunities for designated classes. licensing trainings. • Earn college credits for designated classes. GAE makes every effort to align classes with college courses and employer needs. Credits earned Our Career Education classes: in our classes will serve as a stepping stone for you to continue with advanced training and higher • Lead to jobs or advanced training through wage earning opportunities. community colleges, apprenticeships or And finally, when you register at adultschool.guhsd.net, you will training schools; have immediate access to our team of Transition Specialists. These • Deliver impactful training in high-demand, specialists, provided by our partner East Region Adult Education, regional industry sectors; provide you with one-on-one support services and will answer all your important questions to help you navigate the best path for your • Offer an affordable training experience; career goals. • Offer access to cutting-edge technology Let us help you design and meet your career goals! and machinery; Jeff Wood • Provide quick transition into entry-level Director, Career Training jobs or advanced educational opportunities. Foothills Adult Education Campus 1550 Melody Lane, El Cajon 619.588.3500

This catalog provides you with general program and class CLASS information. Detailed class descriptions, as well as up-to-date class scheduling information is available on our website at SCHEDULES adultschool.guhsd.net.

6 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 MENSAJE DEL DIRECTOR Hola, Si estás buscando agregar habilidades para avanzar en tu trabajo actual o estás buscando un cambio de carrera, te invito a ver lo que GAE tiene para ofrecer. Tengo tres objetivos principales: 1. Brindar clases que enseñen las habilidades necesarias para oportunidades laborales de alto salario en nuestra región. 2. Hacer que estas clases sean asequibles 3. Diseñe las clases en formatos acelerados de 8, 12 o 16 semanas para que los estudiantes puedan adaptar las clases a sus ocupados horarios. GAE también se enorgullece de ofrecerte clases que cumplen con los altos estándares que permiten a nuestros estudiantes realizar pruebas para obtener certificaciones reconocidas por la industria. Estos incluyen nuestras clases de certificación American Welding Society (AWS) y CompTIA A +. Nuestras clases para camiones comerciales Clase B y bienes raíces cumplen con los requisitos para la licencia estatal. Y siempre buscamos expandir nuestra capacitación en certificación y licencias. ¡No nos detendremos ahí! GAE alinea las clases con los cursos universitarios y las necesidades del empleador. Los créditos obtenidos en nuestras clases servirán como un trampolín para que continúes con la capacitación avanzada y las oportunidades de obtener mejores salarios.

Y finalmente, cuando te registres en adultschool.guhsd.net, La versión completa tendrás acceso inmediato a nuestro equipo de especialistas en transición. Estos especialistas, proporcionados por en español nuestro socio East Region Adult Education, te brindan servicios de apoyo uno a uno y responderán todas tus de este catálogo está preguntas importantes para ayudarte a navegar por el disponible en línea mejor camino hacia tus objetivos profesionales. adultschool.guhsd.net ¡Permítenos ayudarte a diseñar y alcanzar tus objetivos profesionales! كلمة مدير الربامج مرحبا! إذا كنتم تبحثون عن طريقة إلضافة مهارات و خربات جديدة للتقدم من وظائفكم الحالية أو تبحثون عن وظائف أخرى لتغيري وظائفكم ، أدعوكم للتطلع اىل ما يقدمه مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE(. لدي ثالثة أهداف رئيسية وهي: .1توفري دورات دراسية تقوم بتعليم املهارات الالزمة إليجاد فرص عمل عالية األجور و املرغوبة يف منطقتنا. .2جعل هذه الدروس ميسورة التكلفة ويف متناول الجميع .3تصميم الدروس ذات التنسيق املترسع يف 8 ، أو 12 ، أو 16 ًأسبوعا حتى يتمكن الطلبة التوافق ما بني هذه الدورات مع جداولهم املكثفة. Classes يفتخر مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE( ًأيضا بتقديم دروس تلبي املعايري العالية التي تسمح لطلبتنا بأخذ اختبار :Include الشهادات املعرتف بها يف املجال الصناعي. تشمل هذه الدروس الحصول عىل شهادات جمعية اللحام األمريكية )AWS( وشهادات رابطة أستخدام الحاسوب يف مجال التكنولوجيا الصناعية/ CompTIA A+ . بينام تلبي الدورات الدراسية التي Advanced • Manufacturing نقدمها يف مجال تعليم سياقة الشاحنات التجارية من نوع ب/B ودورات تجارة العقارات ، كافة متطلبات الرتخيص الحكومية. كام أننا نتطلع دوما ًإىل توسيع نطاق الشهادات وتدريبات الرتخيص التي نقدمها. Automotive and • إال أننا لن نتوقف عند هذا الحد! حيث يقوم مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE( بجعل الدروس متوافقة مع دورات Transportation الكليات املحلية واحتياجات صاحب العمل . ستكون النقاط االئتامنية-الكردت املكتسبة يف صفوفنا مبثابة نقطة انطالق للطالب Business Technologies • ملواصلة التدريب املتقدم وفرص الحصول عىل وظائف بأجور ورواتب أعىل. Construction Trades • • Culinary ا، ًوأخريعندما يقوم الطالب بالتسجيل يف موقعنا اإللكرتوين التايل عىل اإلنرتنت : adultschool.guhsd.net ، سيكون لديه إمكانية Finance • الوصول مبارشة إىل الفريق املختص باملرحلة االنتقالية . يوفر هؤالء Food Safety • النسخة العربية املختصني ، الذين تم اختيارهم من قبل رشيكنا يف مركز إيست ريجيون Information • الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل )املقاطعة الرشقية( التعليمي للبالغني/Technologies East Region Adult Education ، خدمات دعم انفرادية/Real Estate one-on-one support • اإلنرتنت عىل موقع services adultschool.guhsd.net ، والتي من خاللها يقومون باإلجابة عىل جميع األسئلة املهمة Welding • ملساعدة الطالب عىل تحديد أفضل مسار له نحو تحقيق أهدافه املهنية. دعونا نساعدكم يف تصميم وتحقيق أهدافكم املهنية!

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 7 CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS n ADVANCED MANUFACTURING CompTIA A+ Certification n CONSTRUCTION TRADES Introduction to CADD The 12-week, online evening A+ certification Introduction to Construction Trades class is for students who want to build a solid This 10-week course provides an introduction IT foundation for entry-level IT employment This 8-week class will provide students to computer-aided design and drafting. or to advance their IT training. CompTIA is a with an in-depth exploration of building Autodesk Suite programs are used as the globally-recognized IT trainer. Certified staff trades, occupational skills and workplace learning system. Students will also be receive members bring immediate benefits to any standards and conduct. Students will focus hands-on experience using a 3-D printer, employers, whether IT or a non-IT employers. on problem solving and communication skills laser cutter and CNC machine. This class serves as a gateway to higher level needed on the worksite by utilizing project- Course fee is $95 IT certifications such as networking, cyber based learning. The class includes OSHA 10 security and more. Additionally, students who training and testing. Additionally, students pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Test earn will be introduced to paid apprenticeship and n AUTOMOTIVE / college credit with Cuyamaca College and are advanced training programs. Women are TRANSPORTATION eligible for fee reimbursement through our strongly encouraged to participate. Explore Certification Incentive Program. framing and drywall, electrical, plumbing, Collision Repair Course fee is $225; blueprint reading and estimation, hand and power tools, surveying, tile and painting, Automotive body technicians repair damage A+ Part I & Part II Testing Vouchers are HVAC, and finish carpentry. from vehicle collisions and make vehicles look approximately $215 each Course fee is $95 and drive like new. Students will learn how to remove dents, straighten metal panels, and Office Professional Training replace parts that cannot be fixed. Automotive General Laborer Training plastics and metal welding training is taught This 8-week class prepares students for and students are encouraged to test for the ever-changing, cloud-based office This 8-week class teaches the necessary the MIG welding certification. Shop safety environment. The skills acquired are adaptable skills to obtain entry-level construction jobs. and proper use of equipment are integral to a variety of industry sectors, such as Students will learn proper use of hand and components of the class. The IET designation manufacturing, hospitality, transportation and power tools, measuring devices and materials means that there is English language support others. This class will teach transferable skills handling. This class will use wood and steel offered for ESL students. This class is not utilizing Microsoft Office programs (Word, stud materials used in both commercial designed for hobbyists. Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook), Office 365, as and residential building. Math calculating, Course fee is $TBD; well as Google Drive functions. Students gain blueprint and plan reading will be introduced. Welding Certification test fee is $50 the skills necessary to perform office tasks Apprenticeship programs for advanced encountered on a daily basis. This class also training will be presented. provides the technical background needed to Course fee is $150.00 Class-B Truck & Bus Driving take most college classes. An additional 1-hour License Class lab component provides tailored opportunities In this class, students will learn how to for students to increase typing speed, practice n CULINARY ARTS operate a 40-foot Class B vehicle with air business writing, develop portfolios or access brakes, and have the opportunity to take the English Language support modules. Testing Culinary Arts & Hospitality California DMV road test. Upon completion is available for a typing certificate at no The 16-week Culinary Arts and Hospitality of the program students will be issued a additional charge. MOS certification testing is class is taught in a state-of-the-art facility Certificate of Achievement and a list of also an option. and is for students who want to learn competencies. Interested? Go to our website Course fee is $95 the fundamental culinary and customer and register for the FREE Commercial service skills needed to work in San Diego’s Truck Class-B Orientation for complete Keyboarding hospitality and tourism industry. Hospitality program information. sectors include restaurants, hotels, casinos Current course fee is $800. This course is designed for all levels of and resorts, as well as in catering and competency. Students learn to type or improve event planning businesses. Topics include their typing speed and accuracy. fundamental food preparation techniques, n BUSINESS & INFORMATION Course fee is $65 health, safety and sanitation guidelines and TECHNOLOGIES customer service training. The class Typing Certificate includes the County of SD Foodhandler Prerequisite: Computer skills are required for Training and Test. the following business technologies courses. Typing certification classes are offered weekly. Course fee is $195 Google Drive will be utilized as storage for Please check the website for test dates. NOTE: This is a culinary careers class and is student documents and projects. Testing fee is $10 not designed for cooking hobbyists. NOTE: Classes do not teach basic computer skills and are not meant for beginning computer users.

8 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS n FOOD SAFETY Excel Legal Aspects of Real Estate Foodhandler Training This 8-week Excel class introduces students Topics include legal descriptions, how to basic skills, such as selecting cells, ownership is acquired and conveyed, All persons employed in any job where food using AutoCorrect, creating relative and California license law, fair housing law, is served are required to take Food Handlers absolute formulas and functions, formatting consumer protection law, contract law, and Training and pass the test for the cell contents, changing the structure of real estate contracts and disclosures. The Foodhandler Certificate. worksheets, using proofing tools, and applying class meets the California Bureau of Real Course fee is $35 (certificate included). spreadsheet themes. Estate class requirement. Course fee is $75 Course fee is $125 n FINANCE Income Tax Preparation (Fall Only) n WELDING Accounting Learn how to prepare taxes like a pro. This 16-week training provides fundamental The course includes the required hours of Student equipment not included. knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting Federal and California instruction. Successful practices (GAAP) that are the cornerstone of completion of this course will allow you to register with the California Tax Education GTAW: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding most businesses. Students with an accounting (TIG) background are in demand for all sectors Council (CTEC), which is required to be a paid of business, including sales, finance, and tax preparer in the State of California. Instruction in this course covers safety, marketing. Students will learn the “language of Course fee is $150 personal protection equipment, welding and finance,” develop the organizational skills and electrical theory, basic equipment set up and attention to detail that are required to create repair, methods and techniques in GTAW in balance sheets, income statements, cash n REAL ESTATE preparation for testing to AWS D1.3 structural flows, and more. Basic MS Office Excel will or AWS D9.1 sheet metal welding criteria. also be taught in the class. Successful completion of three real estate Optional processes may include AC aluminum Course fee is $125 (excl. textbooks) courses is required to take the CA Real welding and tube notching/welding. Estate Exam. All classes are 16 weeks. Course fee is $600 (Textbooks not included) Finance Clerk Training (Accounting, QuickBooks & Excel) GMAW: Gas Metal Arc Welding Real Estate Practice (MIG) This 16-week course combines the fundamental finance training needed for entry level finance This course prepares students for aspects Instruction covers safety, personal protection clerks for small businesses, temp agencies or of buying and selling a home, product equipment, welding and electrical theory, basic service industries. Basic accounting, Excel and knowledge, filling out contracts and equipment set up and repair, methods and QuickBooks will be taught. disclosure, marketing listings, financing the techniques in GMAW in preparation for testing Course fee is $150 (excl. textbooks) purchase, and completing and closing the to AWS D1.1 structural welding criteria. transaction. This class meets the California Course fee is $600 Bureau of Real Estate B. R. E. file # 2209-05 QuickBooks Online class requirement. Course fee is $125 SMAW: Shield Metal Arc Welding This 16-week course is for beginning and (STICK/ARC) intermediate QuickBook students. The course Instruction cover safety, personal protection first offers an introduction to QuickBooks Real Estate Principles Online that includes setting up a new equipment welding and electrical theory, basic company, customers, vendors, and banking, This course prepares students to pass the equipment setup and repair, methods and and correcting common QuickBooks errors. California Real Estate Exam. Topics covered techniques in SMAW in preparation for testing During the second half of the course, students include the nature of real estate, ethics, law AWS D.1 structural weld criteria. deepen their understanding of QuickBooks. contracts, finance, taxation, appraisal, and Course fee is $600 Students are encouraged to take the Intuit property management. This class meets the California Bureau of Real Estate B.R.E. file # QuickBooks Online Certification test to AWS Welding Certification enhance their career portfolio. 1598-96 class requirement. Course fee is $125 (excl. textbooks) Course fee is $125 AWS certification testing is offered to all Prerequisites: Bookkeeping or accounting registered welding students. experience and basic computer skills. Testing fees are $50 per test.

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 9 Get in the field working and moving towards your goals!

CAREER TRAINING HEALTH OCCUPATIONS CENTER Setting theDIRECTOR’S Standard inMESSAGE The Health Occupations Center (HOC)Healthcare Education Excellence specializes in certifications and in continuing Hello Everyone! education courses in the medical field. HOC Welcome to Grossmont Adult Education’s Health Occupations Center (HOC). We have been training graduates are ready to enter the workforce, students for healthcare careers since 1946. Our courses are offered on our Santee campus because they have the skills needed to be a located conveniently close to the Mast Blvd exit off of I-52. vital component to any healthcare team. HOC strives to be an educational facility with high The mission of the HOC is to provide affordable, quality education for those interested in standards to meet student goals. employment preparation, skill-advancement, and personal fulfillment in health-related fields. We offer 12 major training programs and a variety of additional courses for skill enhancement and • HOC medical programs receive county, continuing education. Our courses are short-term, and as a result we are able to train students state, or industry certificates. quickly to provide the opportunity to get them in the field working and/or moving towards their • Credentialed instructors are goals. Medical careers are in high demand and preparation for healthcare professionals has never knowledgeable about the field and mattered more. passionate about sharing their expertise. As Director, my purpose is to support every student in achieving • HOC instructors are or have been their goals. We are fortunate to have state of the art medical employed in the healthcare field, training labs, which include simulation equipment for safety and infection control. Visit the HOC website hoc.guhsd.net and learn which further ensures student success more about our programs today! and employability. • Industry standard equipment supports a Heather Peterson relevant and rigorous curriculum. Director of Health Occupations Programs 9356 Oakbourne Road • Hands-on program-specific labs simulate Santee, CA 92071 real-world medical environments to (619) 956-4300 engage all students. • Internships are used extensively to ensure “on-the-job” experience. • Business partners from healthcare organizations advise on keeping up with current industry standards and emerging trends.

This catalog provides you with general program and class CLASS information. Detailed class descriptions, as well as up-to-date class scheduling information is available on our website at SCHEDULES adultschool.guhsd.net.

10 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 MENSAJE DEL DIRECTOR ¡Hola a todos! Bienvenido al Centro de Ocupaciones de Salud (HOC, por sus siglas en inglés) de Grossmont Adult Education. Hemos estado capacitando a estudiantes para carreras de atención médica desde 1946. Nuestros cursos se ofrecen en nuestro campus de Santee, ubicado convenientemente cerca de la salida de Mast Blvd del I-52. La misión del Health Occupations Center es proporcionar educación asequible y de calidad para aquellos interesados en la preparación laboral, el avance de habilidades y la realización personal en campos relacionados con la salud. Ofrecemos 12 programas de capacitación importantes y una variedad de cursos adicionales para mejorar las habilidades y la educación continua. Nuestros cursos son a corto plazo y, como resultado, podemos capacitar a los estudiantes rápidamente para brindarles la oportunidad de que trabajen en el campo y/o avancen hacia sus objetivos. Las carreras en medicina tienen una gran demanda y la preparación de los profesionales de la salud nunca ha importado más que ahora. Como director, mi propósito es apoyar a cada La versión completa estudiante en el logro de sus metas. Tenemos la suerte de contar con nuevos laboratorios de en español capacitación médica de vanguardia, que incluyen equipos de simulación para la capacitación en de este catálogo está seguridad y control de infecciones. Visita el sitio disponible en línea web de HOC para obtener más información sobre adultschool.guhsd.net nuestros programas hoy mismo.

كلمة مدير الربامج مرحباً بالجميع! نرحب بكم يف مركز املهن الصحية )HOC( التابع ملركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE(. لقد قمنا بتدريب الطلبة يف مجال وظائف الرعاية الصحية منذ عام 1946. يتم تقديم دوراتنا التدريبية يف موقع سانتي/ Santee campus ، الذي يقع بالقرب من مخرج شارع ماست/ Mast Blvd من الخط الرسيع I-52 /52. تتمثل مهمة مركز املهن الصحية يف توفري تعليم ذو جودة عالية وبأسعار معقولة للراغبني باالستعداد الوظيفي ، وتطوير املهارات ، وتحقيق الذات يف املجاالت املتعلقة بالجانب الصحي. نقوم بتقديم 12 ًبرنامجا تدريبيًا رئيسيًا ومجموعة متنوعة من الدورات اإلضافية لتعزيز املهارات والتعليم املستمر. أن مدة دوراتنا قصرية ، ونتيجة لذلك ، نحن قادرون عىل تدريب الطلبة برسعة لتزويدهم بفرصة العمل يف املجال املرغوب و / أو التقدم نحو أهدافهم. هناك طلب كبري عىل املهن الطبية وحاليا يعد إعداد املتخصصني يف الرعاية الصحية أكرث أهمية من أي وقت مىض.

كمدير لهذا املركز ، فأن هديف هو دعم كل طالب من أجل تحقيق أهدافه. نحن محظوظون يف الحصول عىل أحدث مختربات التدريب النسخة العربية الطبي ، مبا يف ذلك معدات لخلق األجواء الزائفة للتدريب عىل السالمة الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل ومكافحة العدوى. يرجى زيارة مركز املهن الصحية /HOC ملعرفة اإلنرتنت عىل موقع املزيد عن برامجنا التي نقدمها حالياً. adultschool.guhsd.net

Please check our website hoc.guhsd.net and visit the “How to Get Started” page for details on the orientation, application, and registration process. Orientations take place twice a year (May/June and Sept/Oct). Semesters/classes begin each year in January and August.

STEP 1: Visit the “How to Get Started” page at hoc.guhsd.net and view the orientation video. STEP 2: Complete the application. The application is only available following orientation. STEP 3: Qualifying applicants will be invited to register.

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 11 CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS: HOC

The following courses require n Medical Office Professional n Vocational Nursing ** orientation and application. All schedules and program fees are $250 M&W 6 pm-9 pm $5500 M-F full time subject to change. 18 week session. This course will prepare 18 month session. Licensed Vocational Nurses students to apply for positions as a Medical administer medications, provide bedside care ** Signifies that this course requires high Office Receptionist, Medical Front Office and treatments, and perform other technical school graduation or equivalent Assistant, Patient Intake Specialist and much nursing skills. Separate orientation and more. *Requires Medical Terminology as a application process required. prerequisite or co-requisite course. n Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) n Pharmacy Technician ** n Patient Care Aide (PCA) $400 T-Th 9 am–1:30 pm $650 M–F 9 am-3:30 pm 18 week session. Learn how to access a $150 M-Th 9:30 am - 1 pm 18 week session. Learn to prepare patient’s condition at the scene of an accident, 16 week session. This course integrates medications for employment in a pharmacy transport patients to the hospital, and use English literacy and academic support into or hospital setting. Students learn how to emergency equipment. class work. Learn the essential skills to work measure, to mix and to count medications. as a patient care aide and obtain National Caregiver certification. n Medical Assistant n Phlebotomy Technician & Medical Lab Assistant ** $650 M–Th 9 am–1:45 pm or 4:15 pm–9 pm n Nurse Assistant Pathway 18 week session. Administrative and clinical $700 T&Th AM & PM hours procedures are taught for direct patient care in Nurse Assistant (CNA) 18 week & year long options. a doctor’s office. Learn skills like taking vitals, $550 Schedules vary. Students learn how to draw blood and assisting the doctor, and using electronic A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) works to process the samples. The Medical Lab medical records. directly under a nurse in direct patient care. Assistant component teaches students how to Learn the skills necessary to work in hospitals, safely handle any type of lab samples, to run long-term care facilities, and other medical lab equipment, and to document results. n Dental Assistant** institutions.

$1350 M–F 7:45 am–2:45 pm n Healthcare Interpreting 18 week session. Learn all aspects of working Home Health Aide (CHHA) $200 Schedules vary. in a dental office and assisting the dentist. $125 T and some Th 6:30 pm - 9 pm A Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) Learn how to take x-rays, make crowns, and 18 week session. Become knowledgeable certificate is available to CNAs. Home Health care for patients. about interpreting in the healthcare Aides are needed to provide basic nursing environment. Learn about the role of care in homes all across our region. the healthcare interpreter and ethical n RN Refresher decision making.

$250 Theory & $350 Clinical. Schedules vary. 10 week theory/15 week clinical sessions. n Veterinary Assistant This course is for RNs with a fully active license who are motivated to return to the field $400 – T, Th 4 pm-8:30 pm & some Sat. of nursing. Theory and clinical hours together 18 week session. Animal lovers will learn how provide an environment for RNs to refresh to provide care in a veterinary clinic and other their nursing skills. animal care facilities. Learn how to care for sick animals & much more.

12 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS: HOC

You can register for the following classes n IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal without attending an orientation: Check the Health Occupations Center’s $200. Nurses can earn CEUs and receive website, hoc.guhsd.net for schedules for a certificate as they enhance their the following classes: venipuncture skills.

n Medical Terminology n EMT Refresher/ $100. Master the language used in a medical Advanced Airways office by learning how to navigate the vocabulary. Learn root words, prefixes, and $100/$75. These courses are designed to help abbreviations to understand the meaning of students refresh EMT skills and earn CEUs. medical terms. n Understanding Cardiac n Advanced Cardiac Life Support Arrhythmias

$250. Enhance your life support skills as you $100. Medical professionals can learn to learn to manage a cardiac emergency in a read cardiac output and to respond to medical setting. cardiac events.

n Basic Life Support for the n TEAS (Test of Essential Healthcare Provider Academic Skills) Review

$55. Students learn to recognize several life $85 math/English, $25 science. threating emergencies, provide CPR, and Review for the TEAS examination used in an use an AED within a medical setting. This application process in nursing programs. class meets the American Heart Association requirements. n Electronic Medical Records

n CEUs for CNAs $20. In this course, students learn the technology associated with electronic patient $15/class. CNAs earn continuing education records to better serve patients. units as they learn about a variety of issues affecting patients in their care.

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 13 Meet your college, career, and personal goals!

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Academic programs are FREE and designed to DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE assist students in meeting college, career, and كب الهأ ,Hola, Hello مرحبا :personal goals. Students can Welcome to Grossmont Adult Education’s Academic Program. Our Academic Program is • complete courses that lead to a high designed for students seeking a high school diploma, high school equivalency, or academic school diploma skills improvement. Our scheduling is flexible to meet the needs of every learner. In response • prepare for high school equivalency to COVID-19, some course offerings are held online. In person classes will return at the soonest certificate (GED or HiSET), ASVAB, available time. Please check our website for the most current information: adultschool.guhsd. or other entrance exams; net. There is definitely a program for you to improve your skills, including completing high school, • improve reading, writing, and preparing for work, and preparing for college. math skills for success in the workplace or college. As your Director, it is my job to ensure that you have the Many classes are designed to encourage best experience while on your path to reaching your goals. co-enrollment in career training programs, We have quality instructors who care about your learning. college classes, or other workforce preparation We incorporate technology in the classroom. Everyone programs for students who want to accelerate on our campus encourages students to reach their goals progress toward their goals. Ask us how you and be successful. Our transition specialists will introduce can finish your diploma or complete high school you to the resources at Grossmont Adult Education and equivalency testing while you are working beyond. Whether it’s completing high school, exploring a toward an associates degree and/or career career or starting college, Grossmont Adult Education is training certification! here. Remember our academic classes are free!

ENRICHMENT Barbara Boggio Students wishing to brush up on basic skills Director, Academic Programs like math fundamentals, reading fluency and Foothills Adult Center comprehension, academic writing, and more 1550 Melody Lane will find lots of options! Whether you are El Cajon, CA 92019 preparing for college, improving your career (619) 588-3500 skills, or coming back to school to meet your own personal learning goals, our academic advisers will help you select adult basic education classes that meet your needs!

This catalog provides you with general program and class CLASS information. Detailed class descriptions, as well as up-to-date class scheduling information is available on our website at SCHEDULES adultschool.guhsd.net.

14 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 MENSAJE DEL DIRECTOR Hola, Bienvenido al Programa Académico de Educación para Adultos de Grossmont. Nuestro programa académico está diseñado para estudiantes que buscan un diploma de la preparatoria, la equivalencia de la preparatoria o mejoramiento de habilidades académicas. Nuestra programación es flexible para satisfacer las necesidades de cada alumno. En respuesta a COVID-19, las ofertas de cursos se llevan a cabo en línea. Las clases presenciales regresarán lo antes posible. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener la información más actualizada: adultschool.guhsd.net. Definitivamente hay un programa para que mejores tus habilidades, incluyendo completar la preparatoria, prepararte para el trabajo y prepararte para la universidad.

Como tu Director, es mi trabajo asegurarme de que tengas la mejor experiencia mientras te encuentras en tu camino para alcanzar tus metas. Contamos con instructores La versión completa de calidad que se preocupan por tu aprendizaje. Incorporamos tecnología en el aula. Todos en nuestro en español campus alientan a los estudiantes a alcanzar sus metas de este catálogo está y tener éxito. Nuestros especialistas en transición te presentarán los recursos de Grossmont Adult Education disponible en línea y más allá. Ya sea que estés completando la preparatoria, adultschool.guhsd.net explorando una carrera o comenzando la universidad, Grossmont Adult Education está aquí. ¡Recuerda que nuestras clases académicas son gratuitas!

كلمة مدير الربامج مرحبا ً نرحب بكم يف الربنامج األكادميي الذي يقدمه مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE(. تم تصميم برنامجنا األكادميي خصيصا ًللطلبة الذين يسعون للحصول عىل شهادة دبلوم املرحلة األعدادية أو الشهادة املعادلة للمرحلة األعدادية أو تحسني املهارات األكادميية. أن جدولنا قابل للتكيف ويعمل عىل تلبية احتياجات كل متعلم. ًاستجابة لـ )كوفيدCOVID-19/-19( ، يتم تقديم الدورات الدراسية عرب اإلنرتنت. سيعود الدوام شخصيايف ًالصفوف الدراسية يف أقرب وقت ميكن بعد السامح بذلك. يرجى مراجعة موقعنا األلكرتوين عىل اإلنرتنت للحصول عىل أحدث املعلومات: adultschool.guhsd.net . من املؤكد ستجدون هناك الربنامج املناسب لكم لتحسني مهاراتكم الشخصية ، مبا يف ذلك إكامل املرحلة األعدادية واالستعداد للعمل واالستعداد لإللتحاق بالكليات املحلية. بصفتي مديرة املركز ، فإن وظيفتي هي ضامن حصولكم عىل أفضل تجربة أثناء مسريتكم نحو تحقيق أهدافكم. لدينا أساتذة جيدون يهتمون بتقديم تعليم عايل الجودة لكم ، حيث نقوم بدمج أستخدام التكنولوجيا يف الصفوف الدراسية. يشجع جميع املوظفني و العاملني النسخة العربية يف الحرم املدريس الطلبة عىل تحقيق أهدافهم وتحقيق النجاح. سيقدم الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل لكم موظفينا املتخصصني بخدمات الربنامج األنتقايل كافة املوارد املوجودة يف مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE( وما بعده. اإلنرتنت عىل موقع سواء أكان األمر يتعلق بإكامل املرحلة األعدادية أو استكشاف مهنة adultschool.guhsd.net أو بدء الدراسة الجامعية ، فإن مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE( متواجد هنا ملساعدتكم يف هذا األمر. تذكروا دوماً بأن صفوفنا األكادميية مجانية!

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 15 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

n HIGH SCHOOL n HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (HSE) EQUIVALENCY EXAMS PREPARATION Foothills Adult Education Campus is an The High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation approved testing site for both the GED and program includes a variety of courses to HiSET exams. prepare students to take all subject areas of California has approved the use of high school the HiSET or GED exams (ASVAB preparation equivalency tests for students 18 years old is also available by request). Assessment and and older (and 17 years old in some instances) academic advising will help determine which for the purpose of receiving a California High course is the best starting point. School Equivalency Certificate. Passing these Assessment, Orientation, and a Student exams demonstrates academic knowledge Success Class will help students find the right and proficiency equivalent to those of a high course to get started. Students in the HSE school graduate. program who earn a High School Equivalency Costs and procedures vary by test. For more certificate will have the opportunity to information, visit ged.com or hiset.ets.org. participate in the graduation ceremony in June. Cost: Free Prerequisite: Academic Orientation and Student Success Class

16 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS n HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Here are some samples of what we offer. CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION Times, and class options may vary each Foothills Adult Education Campus In the High School Diploma (HSD) program, term, so be sure to check our website students improve college and career readiness (adultschool.guhsd.net) or call our office Basic Skills: English, Math, skills and earn credits toward completing a (619.588-3500) for the most up to date Social Studies, Science high school diploma. Students interested in information about what is available! English, Math, Social Studies, Science earning a high school diploma should bring Social Studies, Science a high school transcript. School District INDEPENDENT LEARNING LABS schools can request a transcript at Foothills • Curriculum primarily online El Cajon Adult Education Campus Adult Education. Questions or concerns about • Attend class daily, a few times a week, Basic Skills: English, Math, obtaining transcripts will be addressed in or complete work from home and attend Social Studies, Science orientation as well.) Assessment, transcript once a week evaluation, and the student success class Santana Adult Education Campus will help students find the right course to Foothills Adult Education Campus Basic Skills: English, Math, get started. Graduates of the HSD program Monday – Friday 8:00 - 1:00 pm Social Studies, Science will have the opportunity to participate in the Monday – Friday 12:30 - 3:30 pm graduation ceremony in June. Monday – Thursday 6:00 - 9:00 pm ***Additional classes, including Digital Grossmont Adult Education is about Helix Adult Education (materials also available in Spanish) Literacy, Academic Writing, and EDUCATION THAT WORKS! American Government are offered Monday – Friday 8:00 – 12:30 pm throughout the school year. See website Monday – Thursday 2:00 - 5:00 pm or call for dates and times.

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GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 17 Start learning English today!

ESL PROGRAMS

Our ESL program is for students 18 years DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE كب الهأمرحبا ,and older whose first language is not English. Hola, Hello We offer morning, afternoon and evening Welcome to Grossmont Adult Education’s English as a Second Language Program. Our ESL classes at multiple East County locations. program is designed for students whose first language is not English. We offer classes for every Registration for our classes is easy. Go to our level of student from Pre-Literacy to Advanced. Our scheduling is flexible to meet the needs of website adultschool.guhsd.net and select every learner. We offer courses on our El Cajon campus and at additional locations around East START HERE. OR Visit our El Cajon campus to County. There definitely is a program and place for you to improve your language skills whether register in person and speak directly with an it’s for work, enrichment, or citizenship. administrative clerk. As Director, it is my job to ensure that you have the best experience while learning English. All of our ESL and Citizenship classes are We have quality instructors who care about your learning. We incorporate technology in free. If you have any questions please do the classroom, and everyone on our campus wants to help you reach your goals and be not hesitate to contact us at 619-401-9750. successful. You can also expect a conference with a member of our transition services team. You will learn about all the benefits of our English language program and where you can apply We also offer classes during the summer. The the skills you learn in your future. College, career, or citizenship? Really the choice is yours summer school schedule will be posted on our and we are here to help. website in June 2021. Most importantly, ALL our English language classes are free! Information for the 2021 Fall Registration will So enroll and start learning English today! be available on August 16, 2021. Please check our website adultschool.guhsd.net regularly Lance Yocom for the most current information about Director of English as a Second Language Programs registration and classes. El Cajon Adult Education Campus 1075 E. Madison Ave El Cajon, CA 92021 619.401.9750 adultschool.guhsd.net

This catalog provides you with general program and class CLASS information. Detailed class descriptions, as well as up-to-date class scheduling information is available on our website at SCHEDULES adultschool.guhsd.net.

18 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 MENSAJE DEL DIRECTOR ¡ Hola ! Bienvenido a nuestro Programa de Inglés como Segundo Idioma de la Grossmont Adult Education. Nuestro programa ESL es para estudiantes cuya lengua materna no es el inglés. Ofrecemos clases para estudiantes de cada nivel desde pre-alfabetización hasta nivel avanzado. Nuestros horarios son flexibles para cumplir con las necesidades de cada estudiante. Ofrecemos cursos en nuestro plantel de El Cajon y en otras ubicaciones en el Condado del Este. Definitivamente hay un lugar y un programa para que mejores tus habilidades del idioma ya sea para el trabajo, como enriquecimiento personal o para la ciudadanía. Como director, es mi trabajo garantizar que tengas la mejor experiencia mientras aprendes inglés. Tenemos instructores calificados que se preocupan por tu aprendizaje. Incorporamos tecnología en el salón de clases, y todos en nuestro plantel quieren ayudarte a alcanzar tus metas y obtener éxito. También puedes esperar una reunión con uno de nuestros miembros del equipo de servicios de transición. Aprenderás sobre todos los beneficios La versión completa de nuestro programa del idioma inglés y en dónde puedes aplicar las habilidades que aprendas para en español tu futuro. ¿Universidad, profesión o ciudadanía? de este catálogo está En realidad, la decisión es tuya y nosotros estamos aquí para ayudar. ¡Y nuestras clases para disponible en línea aprendices de inglés son gratuitas! adultschool.guhsd.net ¡Así que inscríbete y comienza a aprender inglés hoy mismo!

كلمة مدير الربامج مرحبا ً نرحب بكم يف برنامج اللغة اإلنجليزية كلغة ثانية التابع اىل مركز كروسمنت التعليمي للبالغني )GAE(. تم تصميم برنامج اللغة اإلنجليزية كلغة ثانية )ESL( للطلبة الذين لغتهم األوىل ليست اإلنجليزية. وتكون الدروس التي نقدمها لكل مستوى من مستويات الطلبة ًبدءا من مرحلة ما قبل التعليم وحتى املستوى املتقدم. أن جدولنا قابل للتكييف وتم تصميمه لتلبية احتياجات كل متعلم. أننا نقدم دورات دراسية يف مركز إل كاهون ويف مواقع إضافية حول املقاطعة الرشقية/East County. من املؤكد أن تجدون هناك الربنامج املناسب لكم لتحسني مهاراتكم اللغوية سواء كان ذلك إليجاد وظيفة أو عمل أو اإلثراء الشخيص أو املواطنة. بصفتي مديرة املركز ، فإن وظيفتي هي ضامن حصولكم عىل أفضل تجربة أثناء مسريتكم نحو تحقيق أهدافكم. لدينا أساتذة جيدون يهتمون بتقديم تعليم عايل الجودة لكم ، حيث نقوم بدمج أستخدام التكنولوجيا يف الصفوف الدراسية. يشجع جميع املوظفني و العاملني يف الحرم املدريس الطلبة عىل تحقيق أهدافهم وتحقيق النجاح.

ميكنكم ًأيضا توقع عقد أجتامع مع أحد موظفينا املتخصصني بخدمات الربنامج األنتقايل. سوف تتعرف عىل جميع مزايا برنامج اللغة اإلنجليزية النسخة العربية الخاص بنا وأين ميكنك تطبيق املهارات التي تتعلمها يف مستقبلك. كلية الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل أم مهنة أم جنسية؟ ًحقا الخيار لك ونحن هنا للمساعدة. وفصول اللغة ! اإلنرتنت عىل موقع اإلنجليزية لدينا مجانية adultschool.guhsd.net لذا سجل وابدأ يف تعلم اللغة اإلنجليزية اليوم!

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 19 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE / CITIZENSHIP n COURSES TO GET YOU STARTED Pre-Literacy This level is designed for students with little or no experience in English. Students become familiar with the English alphabet and acquire basic reading, writing and speaking skills. The level is appropriate for anyone who cannot read in his/her first language or never had the chance to go to school.

Beginning Literacy This level is developed for students who understand and speak some English, know the English alphabet, and are able to provide basic written information, such as their name and address. Students gain basic English language skills to communicate and interact in their daily lives and activities.

Beginning Low Students at this level will learn to read and write complete sentences and increase their understanding of English. Students gain abilities Multi-Level Classes needed for filling out forms and applications that require personal information. Students will Multi-level courses include students of all learn how to make appointments, participate in English language levels. The goal of the simple life conversations, and be introduced to multi-level course is to encourage students parts of speech (nouns/verbs/adjectives). to improve their level of English proficiency. A diverse group of students at all levels work together to improve their reading, writing, Beginning High speaking, and listening skills. The focus of the Many students at the beginning high level class is centered around life skills that will are working towards reaching their personal, assist students with living in their community. educational, and/or career goals. Students further develop their reading and writing Distance Learning skills working towards a formal paragraph. At this level students also improve their This is a self-paced online course for students communicative skills necessary for daily living who need to learn English from home. The within their community. course includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar skills, available at all levels from Beginning Literacy to Advanced. Individual Intermediate/Advanced meeting times are scheduled with a highly Students at the intermediate/advanced qualified Distance Learning English teacher. level prepare for employment, higher education, and/or career technical training. Career Essentials Digital Literacy Students utilize their reading, writing, and speaking skills to prepare them for college This course is designed to equip students or the workplace. They begin to master with many of the computer skills needed their language skills and writing abilities for to excel in the digital world. Students will proficiency and preparation for advancement be exposed to a broad range of computer beyond the adult school setting. technology from basic hardware/software to applications and the Internet. The course will act as a foundation for improving digital literacy to assist with workforce, education, and personal needs. Students will be able to use technology to access, manipulate, evaluate, and present information.

20 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE / CITIZENSHIP n COURSES FOR Distance Learning Career Essentials Finance COLLEGE/CAREER This is a self-paced online course for students This course introduces students to the Beginning High who need to learn English from home. The world of business and helps prepare for the course includes listening, speaking, reading, economic roles of consumer, worker, and Many students at the beginning high level writing, and grammar skills, available at all levels citizen in an ever changing world through are working towards reaching their personal, from Beginning Literacy to Advanced. Individual effective communication, agility and adaptability, educational, and/or career goals. Students meeting times are scheduled with a highly collaboration and leading by influence. The further develop their reading and writing qualified Distance Learning English teacher. course will promote curiosity, assist students skills working towards a formal paragraph. with consumer decision making, prepare them At this level students also improve their for future employment in the fields of business communicative skills necessary for daily living English as a Second Language and finance, ans help them effectively perform within their community. for Citizenship their responsibilities as a citizen. This course is for students who want to prepare Intermediate/Advanced for the oral and written citizenship tests. Students learn about American History and Patient Care Students at the intermediate/advanced prepare for their citizenship exam. This course This course is an Integrated Education and level prepare for employment, higher also includes preparing for an oral interview. Training (IET) course which integrates English education, and/or career technical training. literacy and career training. This 270-hour Students utilize their reading, writing, and course is a non-medical preparation for speaking skills to prepare them for college Career Essentials Health employment in the health field. We have or the workplace. They begin to master Career Essentials Health class focuses on open access and anyone can register online their language skills and writing abilities for the basic knowledge people should have for FREE. A CASAS reading score of 215 proficiency and preparation for advancement to understand their healthcare and medical is preferred. Course topics include patient beyond the adult school setting. needs. Students will also develop foundational care aide role, infection control, effective skills required to succeed in a health career communication, patient care equipment, and Multi-Level Classes training program. Emphasis is placed on types more to help students become successful in of healthcare programs; medical and health the field. As a Patient Care Aide students will Multi-level courses include students of all related vocabulary; 911 and emergencies; learn skills necessary to earn a certificate English language levels. The goal of the blood donations; medical directives; reading, of completion for Patient Care Aide and the multi-level course is to encourage students writing, and oral communication skills; and National Caregiver Training Program. to improve their level of English proficiency. math skills. This Distance Learning course is A diverse group of students at all levels work designed to build these skills through online together to improve their reading, writing, programs, zoom instructional meetings, and Daycare is available for some of our speaking, and listening skills. The focus of the homework assignments. classes. Please contact the office for class is centered around life skills that will daycare options at 619-401-9750 assist students with living in their community.

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We offer numerous classes that promote DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE lifelong learning and strengthen the whole Hello! My name is Jeff Wood and I am the Director for the Personal Enrichment (PE) Programs community. Personal Enrichment classes are for Grossmont Adult Education. I am inviting you to join other like-minded adults in the health and meant to improve the physical and mental wellness classes we are proud to offer you. wellness of the adults we serve. With the variety of affordable classes we offer, there is We take the mental and physical well-being of our East County community seriously. And we a lifelong class here for you! work hard to continue to provide you with accessible and affordable health-centered classes from quality instructors. When you join one of our PE classes, be prepared to meet new and interesting friends in a fun and enjoyable setting. REGISTRATION Foothills Adult Education Campus So, whether you are interested in learning needle arts, crafts or Courses require registration and a fee. visual arts, or want to challenge yourself in our exercise, dance and fitness classes...we have a life-enriching class for you. As Foothills Adult Education Campus is a we like to say, “Our A-to-Z classes encompass everything from cashless facility. We welcome debit/credit Aerobic Fitness to Zumba!” I invite you to register for these life- cards, personal and cashier checks, and enrichment classes at adultschool.guhsd.net. And please visit money orders. the website for new and exciting classes that we add regularly.

Visit adultschool.guhsd.net often as new Jeff Wood classes are added frequently Director, Personal Enrichment Programs Foothills Adult Education Campus 1550 Melody Lane El Cajon, CA 92019 Some of our classes might be offered remotely. 619.588.3500 adultschool.guhsd.net.

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22 ANNUAL CATALOG FALL 2021 – SPRING 2022 MENSAJE DEL DIRECTOR ¡Hola! Mi nombre es Jeff Wood y soy el director de los Programas de Educación para Toda la Vida (LLE, por sus siglas en inglés) de Grossmont Adult Education. Te invito a unirte a otros adultos con ideas afines en las clases de salud y bienestar que estamos orgullosos de ofrecerte. Tomamos seriamente el bienestar mental y físico de nuestra comunidad en el Condado del Este. Y trabajamos arduamente para continuar proporcionándote clases accesibles y asequibles enfocadas en la salud impartidas por instructores calificados. Cuando te unas a una de nuestras clases LLE, prepárate para conocer amigos nuevos e interesantes en un ambiente divertido y agradable. Entonces, si estás interesado (a) en aprender artes con aguja, manualidades o artes visuales, o te gustaría La versión completa desafiarte a ti mismo en nuestras clases de ejercicio, danza o acondicionamiento físico... Tenemos una clase en español enriquecedora para ti. Como nos gusta decir, ¡“nuestras de este catálogo está clases van de la A-Z, y abarcan todo, desde la aptitud aeróbica hasta Zumba!” Te invito a registrarte a estas disponible en línea clases enriquecedoras en adultschool.guhsd.net. Y por adultschool.guhsd.net favor visita el sitio web para ver nuestras clases nuevas y emocionantes que agregamos regularmente

كلمة مدير الربامج مرحبا! أقدم لكم نفيس ، أين السيد جيف وود ، مدير برامج الدراسة والتعلم مدى الحياة )إل إل إي(/Lifelong Education LLE)(لتعليم البالغني يف مركز كروسمنت. أدعوكم لالنضامم إىل البالغني الذين لديهم أفكار متشابهة يف الدروس املتعلقة بالصحة والرفاهية التي لنا الفخر يف تقدميها لكم. أننا نأخذ مسألة الرفاهية العقلية/النفسية والجسدية ألعضاء مجتمعنا يف القاطع الرشقي عىل محمل الجد. كام أننا نعمل بجد ملواصلة تزويدكم بصفوف دراسية تركز عىل الصحة ومن السهولة الوصول إليها وبأسعار معقولة يقدمها لكن أساتذة جيدين. عندما تنضم إىل أحد دروس )إل إل إي/LLE( التي نقدمها ، كن ًمستعدا للقاء أصدقاء جدد ومثريين لالهتامم يف مكان ميلء باملتعة والحيوية. لذلك ، إذا كنتم مهتمني بتعلم فنون أستعامل األبرة أو الحرف اليدوية Classes أو الفنون النظرية ، أو كنتم راغبني يف صفوف التامرين والرقص واللياقة البدنية التي نقدمها يف مدارسنا ، لدينا أحد الصفوف الدراسية التي :Include النسخة العربية سترثي حياتكم الشخصية عىل املدى الطويل. كام نود أن نقول لكم ، Arts and Crafts • الكاملة لهذا الكتالوج متاحة عىل “أن صفوف من األلف اىل الياء التي نقدمها تشمل عىل كل يشء يهمكم Creative Writing • ًبدءا من اللياقة البدنية الـ )آيروبيكس( وحتى رياضة الزومبا!” لذا and Language اإلنرتنت عىل موقع أدعوكم للتسجيل يف صفوف إثراء الحياة الشخصية هذه بالدخول اىل • Dance adultschool.guhsd.net املوقع األلكرتوين: adultschool.guhsd.net. كام نرجوكم أن تزورا املوقع األلكرتوين للتعرف عىل دروس جديدة ومثرية نضيفها اىل Exercise and Fitness • دروسنا بانتظام. Gardening • • Music • Needle Arts • Parent Education • Performing Arts • Visual arts • Upholstery

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 23 PERSONAL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS n ARTS AND CRAFTS FOREIGN LANGUAGE n EXERCISE AND FITNESS Ceramics Spanish I C. Lockwood C. Margarito AEROBIC FITNESS Hand built construction techniques using low Spanish I, is designed to help students attain Aerobics fire clay and decorative finishes. a desired first-semester level of proficiency in J. Good Supplies and instruction included. speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Each lesson begins with topically related sets of Aerobics is a fun class for all ages, but illustrations that convey the meaning of new geared towards seniors. I cue every step so Cricut words in Spanish without recourse to English. following my instructions is easy. We improve cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility D. Heuft No book needed. This 8-week course is designed for students who own the Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Spanish II CARDIO & STRENGTH Air or the Cricut Maker machines. At the ON THE BALL C. Margarito beginning of each class, the instructor will Aerobic Stability demonstrate a project using various features Spanish II, is designed to help students attain of the Design Space software. After the a desired second-semester level of proficiency Ball S. Bruce instruction portion of the class, students will in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The Stability Ball class is designed to improve have the opportunity to create the featured Each lesson begins with topically related sets cardiovascular endurance, stability through project or request help on individual projects. of illustrations that convey the meaning of new core training and balance challenges. Flexibility words in Spanish without recourse to English. and strength exercises improve one’s ability to No book needed. maintain an active lifestyle. Routines are fun, Jewelry easy to follow and the ball adds spinal support. P. Ryerson n DANCE In this fully equipped jewelry lab, you will be GENERAL EXERCISE able to learn, on a rotating basis, lost wax LINE DANCING casting, basics of soldering, multiple stone- Sit & Be Fit setting techniques, silver clay while working Line Dancing (beginner) K. Horton in mostly silver, copper, and brass. See your K. Spacone The Aerobic Fitness class is designed to jewelry ideas come alive and make new This class is for students without prior line improve cardiovascular endurance, muscular friends with like interests. dancing experience (novice).You’ll learn: strength and endurance, as well as balance names of the steps and how to perform them. and flexibility. This overall workout improves Stained Glass and Glass Fusing The focus is on learning steps to do a specific one’s ability to maintain an active lifestyle. dance. This class is for those that want to Exercises are easy to follow at your own pace. R. Santolucito learn easy dances that have: limited number of In this class, students will learn to lead or foil steps, less complicated, and have few turns. to create stained glass pieces. Glass fusing HIKING will cut and fuse glass together in a kiln Hiking (beginner/easy) creating fused plate and accent pieces. Line Dancing (beginner/improver) A. Mann K. Spacone This group is slow paced and appropriate for This class (advanced beginners) is for new hikers. Hikes vary from 1 to 4 miles and n CREATIVE WRITING AND students that have completed several terms FOREIGN LANGUAGES are mostly flat. We will hike a different trail each of the Beginner Class, have prior line dance week. Gear will be discussed in the first few Creative Writing experience, and know most basic steps. We’ll hikes. You will receive an email with information learn more difficult steps, harder, and longer about our first hike after you enroll. L. Smith dances. This class is fast paced than the Creative Writing is for students who love Beginner Class. to write while also learning writing tips in an informal setting. Editing is a big part of supporting one another in a positive way. Through formal lessons, discussion, and encouragement, you can tell the story you want to tell, whether it be fiction, non-fiction or poetry.

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Hiking (easy/moderate) The Tai Chi (intermediate) Yoga A. Mann S. Gramatikova Terri Davis-Storm This group is moderately paced and very The Tai Chi Intermediate is designed for Move at your own pace in this Vinyasa flow diverse. We hike a different trail each week. students who practice routinely the first 33 class. Using mindfulness and breathing, we Hikes vary from 2 to 6 miles and have movements of Tai Chi, Wu Style. This class practice strength, flexibility and balance. Leave approximately 500 feet in elevation gain. You will teach an intermediate form of Wu Style feeling challenged yet refreshed! will receive an email with information about Tai Chi, consisting of 74 movements. An our first hike after you enroll. intermediate-level Tai Chi flow and Qi Gong exercises will be included. ZUMBA S. Bruce Hiking (moderate/difficult) The Tai Chi (advanced) Teacher prepared videos of Latin rhythms A. Mann and dances are used to teach basic dance This group has a fast-paced lead group S. Gramatikova steps and routines. Benefits include a fun and a slow but steady group of hikers that The Tai Chi Advanced is designed for students connection with others through music and follow. Hikes vary from 4 to 8 miles and have who practice routinely Tai Chi, Wu Style. This dance, a dynamic core workout and improved between 500 to 3000 feet of elevation gain. class will teach the long form of Wu Style Tai Chi, balance & coordination. There are often multiple options of hike length consisting of 108 movements. Advanced Tai Chi and difficulty. You will receive an email with flow and Qi Gong exercises will be included. information about our first hike after you enroll. Zumba The Tai Chi (all levels) J. Good Zumba is a fun class for all ages, but HULA FITNESS S. Gramatikova It is designed for students who practice geared towards seniors. I cue every step so K. Kopecky routinely Wu Style Tai Chi, as well as for new following my instructions is easy. We improve Hula Fitness is inspired by the dances of students who are enthusiastic and have a cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. the Pacific Islands providing a total body strong purpose. The teaching style will be workout in 60 minutes. This core focused, adapted to the level of the students and the GARDENING easy to follow format requires no equipment individual learning styles. Advanced Tai Chi n and incorporates easy to perform dance flow and Qi Gong exercises may be included. movements. This is a low impact fitness Gardening format set to the sounds of traditional WATER AEROBICS Polynesian drumbeats fused with funky TBD Reggae music, resulting in a modern, hip Swimming Our Gardening Class shares Regenerative Gardening Methods for new & experienced fitness workout. S. McDonald gardeners. Starting with Basics of Healthy This class is a circuit class in the water. All muscle groups are used and all levels are Soil, Composting, Seed Starting, Planting/ TAI CHI welcome.. A variety of exercise equipment is Harvesting. Seasonal Topics include: Cold & The Tai Chi (start up) used to make each class unique and exciting. Warm Season Vegetable Gardening, Fruit Trees & Berries, Succulents, Rose Care, Companion S. Gramatikova Planting, Gardening for Health and more. The Tai Chi Start Up is designed for the first-time YOGA Tai Chi student and for students who may be Yoga (Beginner to Advanced) recovering from injury or have a limited mobility. n MUSIC A. Mann This class will teach 12 fundamental movements This class will stretch and strengthen your of Wu Style Tai Chi, and educate students whole body while improving your balance. Guitar I on how to improve their mental and physical Class format is usually 30 minutes of standing wellness. The flow is slow and easy to follow. T. Williamson poses followed by 30 minutes of seated poses Students are introduced to the basics of including breathing exercises and meditation guitar playing, music, and fundamentals by The Tai Chi (beginning) with a 15 minute cool down. Improve your learning beginner guitar principles. Standard body, mind and spirit! The Tai Chi Beginning is designed for students folk and contemporary song playing will be who practice routinely the basic movements incorporated to foster group interaction and of Tai Chi, Wu Style. This class will teach Yoga and Pilates (all level) communication skills, and the emphasis is the short form of Tai Chi, consisting of 33 A. Mann having FUN, in a low-pressure environment, movements. Basic level of Tai Chi flow and Qi This class combines yoga and Pilates. We whether in our classroom or online. Gong practice, as well as an introduction to do 30 minutes of standing poses, then 30 An acoustic six-string guitar in good meditation will be included. minutes of seated poses including breathing working order is required. exercises and meditation, followed by 20 minutes of core work. You will stretch and strengthen your body and improve your balance! Great for body, mind and spirit!

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Guitar II Knit 2 n PARENT PARTICIPATION T. Williamson A. Vanderstaay Students are introduced to an intermediate We will make several small projects, each Newborn to walking level of guitar playing, music, and one utilizing new/different skills including A. Jones fundamentals by learning fun, contemporary pattern reading, stitch patterns, lace, and a Experience newborns with other parents and songs. Topics include standard and special basic garment construction. We experience caregivers in a group setting. Enjoy stroller tunings, chord shapes, reading tablature and different yarn weights and fibers as part of walks, circle time, creating adorable keepsakes, standard chord lead sheets, blues scales, and our learning. taking part in discussions of current parenting a fundamental approach to note and rhythm topics, and making new friends. reading. The emphasis is having FUN, in a low-pressure environment, using ensemble Knitting Workshop playing and performance, whether in our A. Vanderstaay Toddler, walking to 2 year old classroom or online. This class is for knitters who want to learn A. Jones more about knitting and expand on their Enjoy meeting other parents and caregivers current skills. This class offers the help in a fun and informative setting. Includes n NEEDLE ARTS needed to take your knitting to the next level. circle and music time, indoor and outdoor We stay current on what’s happening in knitting! play, snacks, crafts and stories, along with CROCHET parenting discussions. Crochet 1 n QUILTING A. Vanderstaay Parenting siblings We start the learning to crochet” adventure at Quilting Pot Potpourri (Thursday) A. Jones the very beginning. Learning new basic skills Quilting with Aunt Lizzie (Saturday) For parents and caregivers of one or more each week with support to grow your skills while children in the 3 year old and younger age completing small projects to enhance learning. E. DeMars group. There will be indoor and outdoor play, Come learn sewing and quilting! We explore circle and snack times, as well as crafts and both modern and traditional piecing and stories, and informative parenting discussions. Crochet 2 applique methods for making patchwork A. Vanderstaay quilts and quilted decor items. Our quilted We will learn new stitch patterns each week projects range from bed quilts to mug rugs You and your 2-3 year old while working squares to create an afghan and tote bags. Our students range from J. Panzarella / T. Verduzco allowing us to learn more advanced skills of beginner to advanced! This course is designed to support adults in pattern reading, sizing, edging, blocking, and gaining effective parenting techniques for assembly of crochet. Quilting children 2 to 3 years old. This class is an introduction to preschool, an environment I. Prado Crochet Workshop for you and your child to enjoy hands-on age In this fun class, we explore various methods appropriate learning activities and social play. A. Vanderstaay for making quilts and small projects, from Meet new friends and share experiences and This class is for students who want to learn traditional patchwork, foundation paper milestones together! more about crochet and expand on their piecing, appliqué, etc. New projects introduced current skills. This class offers the help each session. All quilting skill levels welcome. needed to take your crochet to the next level. Basic machine sewing skills required. Learning Spanish with your 2-5 We stay current on what’s happening in Crochet! year old Spinning T. Verduzco KNITTING This beginner class will focus on tuning your M. Tyler child’s ear to the Spanish language. We will Knit 1 Yarn spinning classes are friendly and fun! cover basic greetings, colors, numbers, finger Make the yarn of your dreams for knitting, A. Vanderstaay plays, music, crafts with plenty of songs, crochet, weaving - whatever! Instruction We start the “learning to Knit” adventure at the worksheets and hands-on activities. Teacher includes spinning techniques, fiber choices, very beginning. Learning new basic skills each will communicate with parents in English to equipment, discussion and resources in a week with support to grow your skills while support them in gaining effective parenting collaborative environment. Spinning fibers are completing small projects to enhance learning. techniques for their children. provided; drop spindles are available for use during the classes

This catalog provides you with general program and class CLASS information. Detailed class descriptions, as well as up-to-date class scheduling information is available on our website at SCHEDULES adultschool.guhsd.net.

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You and your 3-4 year old Theater Games - Painting Portraits Comedy and Tragedy S. Duhala / B. Cutforth D. Bandish This class is designed to foster an early love of You become the actor in short sketches during First, learn practical methods to draw a education. Children gain social skills and learn theater games designed to build characters, portrait likeness from your resource photos through discovery and fun hands on activities explore emotions, and spark imagination. No of people or animals, then, transfer and paint that encourage imagination and thinking experience necessary, just a willingness to try. (or draw) to a finish. Gain tips for handling skills. The parent discussion component of This is “family friendly” acting – rated G or PG features and details, too. this program offers information on positive only. Get ready for your close-up! parenting techniques. Painting Nature Subjects DANCE D. Bandish You and your 3-5 year old Swing Dancing - Jitterbug, Lindy Focus on representing the elemental parts Hop and More T. Verduzco of our natural world - with purposeful This course is designed to support adults in Have fun learning to swing dance to great composition. Design with descriptive, gaining effective parenting techniques for music from the 1930’s-1950’s! Swing dancing interesting shapes, expressive color, strong children 3 to 5 years old. This class offers is popular with all ages in San Diego; we values & specific textures to represent the your child an opportunity to learn and play in a will have opportunities for field trips to local things we can see or want to see preschool environment. Teacher will prepare dances. No partner needed; we will change partners during the class. your child for TK or Kindergarten socially, Photo Composition emotionally, and academically. Holly Segni n VISUAL ARTS Do you want “wow” photos instead of You and your 4-5 year old “ho hum” ones? You can do this by learning Drawing S. Duhala / B. Cutforth and using the elements of Photo Composition. This is a Kindergarten prep class designed D. Bandish Join us for a fun class, for all levels of skill to promote an excitement for learning. The With imagination, observation & 3 part and using any kind of camera. Computer curriculum focuses on early reading, math and symbol-making formula, YOU can draw availability necessary. social skills. Children learn through exploration landscapes, objects, animals & figures. For realism, indicate accurate proportions using and fun hands on activities. The Parent Watercolor discussion component of this program offers Triangulation skill. Apply 3D shading logic & information on positive parenting techniques. suggest The 3 Textures. Explore non-objective, D. Bandish decorative projects, as well! Creative picture making in watercolor takes awareness of moisture content and timing. n PERFORMING ARTS PAINTING Water, colors, paper, brush - and YOU! Painting All Media Learn to mix & match colors, suggest The Take “center stage” in one or more of our 3 Textures, explore 4 WC Methods & create NEW Performing Arts classes. Let us help D. Bandish effective shapes needed in landscape subjects, you improve and showcase your talents! We will focus on representing the elemental faces, flowers, even abstracts. Join like-minded performers who want to parts of landscapes and other subjects: sky, get together in a safe environment, have fun land, water, mood, atmosphere, light - with E. Arnot performing and receive positive and friendly purposeful composition. Learn effective Creating in Small format provides a relaxing feedback. Our teachers will bring out the best procedures to make descriptive, interesting way for all levels to learn and practice of your hidden talents and you may become shapes, expressive color, strong values & techniques and fundamentals. Color, the next SUPERSTAR! specific textures in all media. composition, confidence. A. Arnot Improv Comedy Learning the basics of acrylic techniques and

Yes and...If you laugh at TV shows like Who’s understanding the versatility of this medium will n UPHOLSTERY Line is It Anyway? Then you would have enable all levels to create paintings and mixed Upholstery fun with our Improv Comedy Zoom class! media pieces that are unique and expressive. Tonya will teach you all the skills necessary Yolanda Salcido to perform funny scenes with no previous ALL-LEVELS WELCOME! Whether you want to experience necessary, just a willingness to try. Painting Acrylic learn basic upholstery techniques or upgrade This is clean comedy–rated G or PG only! D. Bandish your upholstery skills – no matter what level, Let’s use acrylics to paint representational this upholstery class is for you! With our subjects (trees, rocks, water, sky, people, animals, hands-on-training and class interaction, you buildings, flowers, shadows, colors, etc.). Learn an will learn how to plan, create and complete elemental approach to design, focusing on shape, your own home upholstery project! color, value & texture decisions. Acrylic media is versatile and fascinating.

GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION A MEMBER OF EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION 27 EAST REGION ADULT EDUCATION MEMBERS EAST REGION Grossmont Adult Education ADULT EDUCATION ERAE MEMBERS Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District Mountain Empire Adult Education East Region Adult Education (ERAE) and its members – Grossmont Adult Education, Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community Education That Works College District, and Mountain Empire Adult Education – offer programs and support services designed to meet your specific education and career goals. Programs include high school diploma and high school equivalency completion, advancement of skills and attainment of technical certificates at no or low cost, college preparation, and opportunities for tuition-free dual enrollment (adult school and college concurrently). EDUCATION ERAE’s Strategic Plan provides the framework for Education that Works and Transitions that Matter, which will help determine how adult learners – our students and ourselves – will thrive and succeed. Students Who Succeed are those who are THAT WORKS able to more effectively contribute to their families and communities through education, training, and by earning a living wage. Let us become part of you success story. They will have benefited from a system that puts their needs and interests ahead of the institutions. East Region Adult Education offers programs that fit As a system, East Region Adult Education, incorporates technology, culture, student support and services, program design, your needs, and services that support your goals: and employer engagement, to ensure high-quality equitable lifelong learning opportunities. • Student Support Services • Career Services GROSSMONT ADULT EDUCATION GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY MOUNTAIN EMPIRE ADULT EDUCATION • Academic Advising 1550 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019 COLLEGE DISTRICT 3305 Buckman Springs, Pine Valley, CA 91962 • Transition to College (619) 588-3500 8800 Grossmont College Drive | El Cajon, CA Phone (619) 478 2735 ext. 3300 •Transition to Employment and Career 92020 | (619) 644-7010 Fax (619) 473-8038 Grossmont Adult Education is a leading force in the consortium. The mission of Grossmont For more information, contact us at Adult Education is to enrich the lives of our The Adult Education Program at the Mountain [email protected] or call (619)588-3501. community members by providing high quality, The colleges will continue to provide Empire Unified School District is a part of the affordable, lifelong learning opportunities; high-quality degree and certification Alternative Education Program, specifically fulfilling personal, academic, and workplace opportunities. Courses will be offered Hillside Independent Study. The program goals for an increasingly diverse population. in three modalities: online, in-person, serves students who are at least eighteen GROSSMONT Grossmont Adult Education offers programs and in hybrid format. For most recent years of age and have not been enrolled in any that support adults in successfully transitioning information, check gcccd.edu school for at least one full semester. Students ADULT EDUCATION to higher education and employment, and meet once per week with their assigned courses that promote Personal Enrichment teacher to turn in and review assigned work and strengthen the whole community. and receive new lessons preceded by direct instruction, guided practice, checks for understanding, and Q&A sessions. Assigned EDUCATION work may require textbook access, internet access, using online learning software and, always, interaction with the teacher. Formative THAT WORKS HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS and summative assessments include essays, unit and chapter tests and quizzes, research English I, II, III, IV 40 Credits ELD classes may replace English I and II requirements projects, verbal responses to teacher prompts, Math 20 Credits and more. For all adult students Algebra/ IM I Earning an accelerated HSD requires 120 Newcomers, adult learners, non-traditional Geometry/ IM II successfully completed course credits and a Fine Art/ Foreign Language 10 credits learners can join programs at any given point in Social Sciences: 30 Credits college/career readiness prerequisite requirement. World History time and receive support services immediately. US History Upon completion of the requirements stated Government and Economics Science 20 credits above, students have the option to participate in Physical Science the graduation ceremony in June at Mountain Life Science Empire High School, along with all other district For the community College and Career Readiness Prerequisite graduates. ERAE provides programs and classes that are More information can be obtained by going to tailored to East County and to our diverse TOTAL REQUIRED: 120 credits ae.meusd.org community. Agility allows for new classes and certification programs on demand and just in time.

For the regional economy ERAE prepares and trains students to become high-performing employees and successful independent business owners.

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EDUCATIONEDUCATION THAT THAT WORKSWORKS Let us become part of you success story. TRANSITIONSEast Region Adult Education offers programs that fit your needs, and services that support your goals: • Student SupportTHAT Services MATTER • Career Services • Academic Advising • Transition to College Let•Transition us become to Employment part of your and Career success story. East Region Adult Education offers programs that fit your needs, and services that support yourFor goals:more information, contact us at [email protected] or call (619)588-3501. • Student Support Services • Career Services • GROSSMONTAcademic Advising • ADULTTransition EDUCATIONto College • Transition to Employment and Career For more information, contact us at [email protected] or call (619)627-1175 EDUCATION THAT WORKS

For all adult students Newcomers, adult learners, non-traditional learners can join programs at any given point in time and receive support services immediately.

College-bound/General EducationFor the community ERAE provides programs and classes that are Medical Occupations/Certification tailored to East County and to our diverse ESL Culinary Arts community. Agility allows forCollege new classes and ABE/ASE Finance certification programs on demand and just in time. Employment, further HSE-GED Information and Communications/ training and career Business Technology For the regional economy Applied Technology ERAE prepares and trains students to become (welding; automotive/transportation; construction; manufacturing)high-performing employees and successful independent business owners. Grossmont Union High School District Non-Profit Organization PO Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944-1043 U.S. POSTAGE PAID San Diego, California EDDM-ECRWSS Permit No. 2925 RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER DATED MATERIAL

WEFOOTHILLS ARE ADULTINVESTING EDUCATION MODERNIZATION IN THEINTERIOR FUTURE. FLOOR FINISH PLAN 01 Grossmont Union High School District l 1550 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019 VISIT US IN THE FALL AND SEEINTERIOR WHAT ELEVATION IS NEW.

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For summer programs beginning in July, go to our website and register.