Our Classes

Class Offerings

The first quarter begins on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. 
Registration NOW for 1st quarter ESL classes.
The 2nd quarter begins in October. Register online or in-person at the school office.
We offer both in-person and online classes. 
 
 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL courses focus on knowledge and skills in English literacy and civics units such as Healthcare, Diversity, Banking, and Education.  Classes offer growth in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and technology in a sequence of levels. Levels include Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. 

ESL classes are offered in-person and online. We are pleased to announce that we will have an evening ESL class in-person at Marina Vista.


MORNING:

Monday, Tuesday, and
Thursday — 8:30 to 11:30 AM


Wednesday

8:30 to 10:30 AM

 

EVENING:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday — 6:00 to 8:30 PM


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
High School Diploma
(HSD)/ GED

It’s never too late to earn your high school diploma! Individualized instruction offered in a friendly, supportive environment to help adults realize their lifelong objectives. Personalized instruction may include direct instruction, blended learning, credit recovery, and distance learning.

 

La clase de diploma de escuela secundaria también se ofrece en español los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:30 p. m.


MORNING:

MondayTuesday, and Thursday
— 8:30
 to 11:30 AM

 

Wednesday — 8:30 to 10:30 AM

 

EVENING:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
— 
6:00 to 8:30 PM


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
General Equivalency Diploma (GED)/ HiSet Test Prep

Fast track to GED or HiSet testing! Review the four current subject areas (Language Arts, Science, Social Science, and Math) in a supportive environment with knowledgeable instructors. This is an alternative high school diploma equivalent for native Spanish speakers and for native English speakers.

This class is offered in both languages.


EVENING:  
Tuesday and  Thursday  

6:00 to 8:30 PM


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Intermediate Computer:
Microsoft Word

 

Microsoft Word

This class meets in person. Class size is limited to 20 students. Register early! $50 fee

This is an 8-week introduction to Microsoft Word. We will learn how to enter and format text and images, use spell check, change line spacing, and copy and paste. We will also download files from the internet,and save and print file PrerequisitesBasic Computer Skills



Northstar Digital Literacy Certification * is available for this class.

* In order to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certification, student must pass the assessment with a score of 85% or higher.  The student must present a valid photo ID on Northstar test days. 

 

2nd Quarter: October 14 to December 19

Intro to Microsoft Excel


Monday ,Tuesday, Thursday  (3 days)

11:30 AM to 12:30 PM  


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Beginning Computer:
Internet Basics

Internet Basics

This class meets in person. Class size is limited to 20 students. Register early! $50 fee

This is an 8 week course for beginners to learn how to use web browsers and search engines to navigate the world wide web.  We will discuss best practices for online safety while surfing the web and submitting information.Prerequisites: none

 

Northstar Digital Literacy Certification * is available for this class.

* In order to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certification, student must pass the assessment with a score of 85% or higher.  The student must present a valid photo ID on Northstar test days. 

 

2nd Quarter: October 14 to December 19

                       Navigating Gmail

Monday through Thursday 

(4 days)

5:00 to 6:00 PM


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Citizenship

This course prepares students to pass the oral and written exam for citizenship of the United States. This class is taught in English. Prerequisite: None.

Tuesday 

5:00 to 6:00 PM 


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Culinary 

Each month covers a different product ranging from paella to breads and holiday baking. At the completion of the course, earn a workshop certificate or high school diploma credit.

Fee varies $25-$75

Mondays and Tuesdays

5:30 to 8:30 PM


 
CLASS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Family Safety in the Car

This class is for adults who have been cited by police authorities for violations related to car seats or bike helmets. Monterey Adult School has provided classes on behalf of the Monterey County Health Department for the past ten years for adults cited for violations. We provide these classes once a month on Friday evenings. There is a $45.00 fee for the class, cash, or money order. Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.

Fridays

4:30 to 6:00 PM English

6:15 to 8:00 PM Spanish


 
WORKSHOPS DESCRIPTION SCHEDULE
Gardening Saturdays

Looking to start your own home garden or learn more about gardening in general?

 
Through our partnership with Sustainable Seaside and collaboration efforts with Resource Conservation District of Monterey County and Blue Zones Project, the Monterey Adult School is offering fall gardening workshops to the Seaside Community for a small fee of $10.
 
Please call 831.392.3565 or Click Here to sign up for Garden Workshops
 
Additionally Sustainable Seaside is offering a FREE program called Our Families Grow Healthy where a mentor will visit your home to help you with your garden. You may sign up or request more information by emailing Cathy Rivera [email protected].

 

Sat, Aug 31(9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Fall/Winter Succession Crops

 

Sat, Sept 14 (9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Preparing for Fall/Winter Gardening (last 30 minutes will be focused on Garden to Kitchen Harvest Share)

 

Sat, Sep 28 (9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Winter Transplanting & Cover Crops

 

Sat, Oct 19 (9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Healthy Plants: Disease identification & Pest Control

 

Sat, Nov 2 (9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Native Plants & Pollinators

 

Sat, Nov 16 (9:00 - 11:30 AM)

Winter Garden and Spring Prep: Fruit Tree Pruning & Dormant Care

 

 

 
 
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