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Spring Break 2017: Relax, Rejuvenate, Refresh!

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Getting rest is crucial to our health and development.  Our brains work better when we spend time with people we like in places we like doing things we like.  We learn better and faster when we take time off from difficult work and take pleasure in nature, fun, friendship, and hobbies.  Looking for a way to do that over Spring Break?  Here are some suggestions: 1. Take a trip down the coast on highway 1.  Stop at Pescadero for a bite to eat.  Visit the many beautiful small beaches.  Stop at Pigeon Point Lighthouse and Hostel .  Look for whales at the point.  Visit Swanton Berry Farms .  Finish up at Santa Cruz.  Do the Boardwalk or just enjoy the many beautiful beaches and West Cliff Drive . 2.  Thrill to the amazing wildflower show this Spring.  Check out these Peninsula hikes and best locations for flowers . 3.  Lands End in San Francisco . Check out the beautiful trails, enjoy the views, stroll along Ocean Beach,...

Adult Ed Week 2017

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Adult Education matters!   So every year we celebrate it with an Adult Education Week.  We celebrate our students' achievements in college, career, and community.  Our students accomplish so much.  They learn a new language and a new culture.  They learn job skills.  They go to college.  They become citizens.   They start businesses.  They get involved in community life.  They support their children and grandchildren in academic and life success.  They advocate for Adult Education.  They advocate for their community.  They make our world a better place for everyone. In the past for Adult Education Week, we have celebrated in many ways.  We had an Open House, made story quilts, had poster and essay contests, and spelling bees.  Check out what we did in 2016 , 2015 , 2014 , and 2013 . This year we will celebrate with Success Fairs.  We will celebrate 101 years of success.  Yes, our school is 101 year...

Know Your Rights and Options - Webinar Slides

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Here are the slides from the National Immigration Law Center webinar for community college and adult school students: