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Ayako Ueda during Adult Ed Week 2016 Ayako Ueda was an ESL student at our school.  Recently, she returned to her home country, Japan.  Because of what she learned at our school, she is experiencing new success.  Here, with her permission, is her story. I am happy to share my good news that I got a full-time job at a tour company in Japan which I really wanted to work for. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to my teachers and friends in San Mateo Adult School. Without your encouragement, I wouldn’t have come this far. The biggest gift I have received from the school is the courage to try new things. I used to give up before trying by finding many excuses, such as “I am not qualified because I am not good enough”, or “I am too old for that”. However, from my experience, I find this phrase true: “You never know what you can do until you try.” It is very scary to try something new, but it worth it. In addition, SMAS helped me in practical ways too. - “Setting ones go...

New ACCEL Director This month we welcome "Dr. K," Ka'Ryn Holder-Jackson, as the new Executive Director of ACCEL , our Regional Consortium.   Her first name is pronounced "Kuh-rin."  You can call her, "Dr. K." Her office is next to the Learning Center, in the right hand back corner of the SMART Center.  If you see Dr. K on campus, you can introduce yourself and welcome her to our school community.   Dr. K is Passionate about Education Dr. K is excited about serving Adult Learners.  She says, "I'm passionate about education, particularly since I did a lot of my education as an adult."  She received her MBA and her PhD as an adult learner.  She understands the reality of balancing home, work, and family.    "I admire adult learners since it takes a lot of courage and discipline," she says. "They are the true champions ." More About Dr. K In her free time, Dr. K enjoys reading mysteries and biographies.   She likes s...

For NEW ESL students, here are the dates to register for Fall 2017 ESL Classes Registration for 2017 Fall Semester ESL Classes For both Morning and Evening, Registration is a 2 day process – You must attend BOTH listed dates. Registration Dates for Morning and Afternoon ESL Classes Morning registration begins at 8:30 am Be on time .    It is “First Come, First Served” policy. DATE TIME Thursday, August 17 and Friday, August 18 8:30 am Wed, August 23 and Thursday, August 24 8:30 am Monday, August 28 and Tuesday, August 29 8:30 am Thursday, August 31 and Friday, September 1 8:30 am Wed, September 6 and Thursday, September 7 8:30 am These registration dates may be cancelled if classes are full: Mon, September 25 and Tues, September 26 8:30 am Monday, October 2 and Tuesday, October 3 8:30 am Monday, October 9 and Tuesday, October 10 8:30 am Registration Dates for Evening ESL Classes You must attend both days.  Be on time.  Don’t be late. DATE TIME Wednesday, August 16 ...

Mohulamu Tau accepting his diploma Mohulamu Tau recently graduated with a High School Diploma from San Mateo Adult School.  He was one of the speakers at the graduation.  Here, with his permission, is his speech.  Graduation             Good evening family and friends of the San Mateo Adult School Class of 2017. I would like to thank you all for joining us tonight as we celebrate our accomplishments and the beginning of the next chapter of our lives. There has been many times where I’ve been asked “what does Adult School mean to me?” Adult School may not be important to others, but it is a program that has changed my life. This program has been so much more than school to me. “Another Chance” I would think to myself. Ever since I have met Mr. T, Ms. Carlota, and Mrs. Thompson, I came to realize that Adult School is more than just another chance; it was my opportunity to prove all those who doubted me wrong, and to s...