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INSIDE:Learn a New SkillBuild a Career in Auto Body RepairEarn a High School Diploma

REGISTRATION INFORMAtIONSee Page 16

SPRING 2017

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Governing BoardDaniel Bobay, Milpitas Unified School DistrictJim Canova, Santa Clara Unified School District Teresa Castellanos, San Jose Unified School DistrictMatthew Dean, Campbell Union High School DistrictVan Le, East Side Union High School DistrictKatherine Tseng, Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School DistrictAlyssa Lynch, Superintendent

ADULT EDUCATIONGloria Curd, PrincipalNorma Martinez, Coordinator of Adult Programs

WELCOMESilicon Valley Adult Education (SVAE) is part of the Metropolitan Education District (MetroED) and offers adult education classes free of charge or at a low cost to adults 18 years or older. SVAE is a comprehensive adult school offering entry-level and advanced courses in health, technology, and careers in the trades. We also offer FREE English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation for GED and HiSET tests, and High School Diploma (HSD) subject courses. SVAE is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Silicon Valley Adult Education offers free assessment tests to enter ESL, ABE, HSE, and HSD courses, along with academic and career counseling. The Regional Testing Center, located at the Hillsdale main campus, offers state and national tests such as GED, HiSET, CBEST, CSET, CPACE, among many others for the convenience of our students and community.

For more information about programs and services in addition to this catalog, visit the school web site at: www.metroed.net/SVAE or call us at 408.723.6450.

Services to BusinessesBusinesses may contract with Silicon Valley Adult Education to provide customized computer training and retraining for their employees, English Language Workplace Literacy training, and business operations support services.

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (SLOs)Set Goals: Students will formulate and monitor their educational and career objectives.Achieve Skills: Students will be able to access and utilize current technology. Demonstrate Learning: Students will use English to communicate effectively and transition to the next step on their career and academic pathway.

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Contents

School Calendar ................................................................................... 2Career Technical Education (CTE) Courses Automotive ........................................................................................ 3 Manufacturing ..................................................................................... 4 Building Maintenance .......................................................................... 4 Health Science & Medical .................................................................... 5 Information Technology ........................................................................ 6Online Courses ...................................................................................... 7English as a Second Language (ESL) ..................................................... 8Adult Basic Education (ABE) .................................................................. 9High School Equivalency (GED/HiSET) .............................................10-11Math Lab .............................................................................................. 10Adult High School Diploma (HSD) ........................................................ 12Registration Information ...................................................................... 16

ACCREDITATIONThe Metropolitan Education District programs are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Accreditation affirms quality of instruction and assures that coursework taken at this school for credit will be accepted by the other institutions, including colleges and universities.

VISION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

SVAE students will be self-sufficient, life-long learners who are

contributing members of society.

SVAE provides a supportive learning environment that prepares

students to achieve their fullest potential by empowering them

with skills to succeed in a local and global society.

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School CalendarSpring Semester Starts ....................................................January 4, 2017

Winter Break ........................................................... February 20-24, 2017

Spring Break ..................................................................April 10-14, 2017

Spring Semester Ends ........................................................ May 25, 2017

Key to Class NotationsDay Time Site Date FeeM 7-10 pm Rm F1 5/20-6/25 $65+

Day Time Location Start/End Fee+

ONLINE SHORT COURSES AND CERTIFICATIONSCLASSES AS LOW AS $89

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CTE Courses

AUTOMOTIVE

Auto Body RepairIntroduces auto body repair. Covers current industry safety practices, hazardous material practices, and various skills including metal straightening. Hands-on practical experience.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: NoneInstructor: McTaggartDay Time Room Date FeeT 6-9pm 501 1/10-5/16 $270*

Auto Body RefinishingStudy auto body repair and painting theory and techniques through hands-on experience. An introduction to current refinishing products, shop safety, and equipment used in the automotive refinishing industry. Emphasis on surface preparation, masking techniques, and refinishing of trim and replacement parts. Hands-on practical experience.

Prerequisite: Auto Body RepairTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: ShulerDay Time Room Date FeeTh 6:30-9:30pm 501 1/12-5/18 $270*

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteers Make a Difference in Our Students’ Lives!

Volunteer your time tutoring one-on-one with adult students who are completing credits for their high school diploma or learning English. Tutors are needed once or twice a week,

morning or evening.

For more information contact Sam Ajam: Call 408.723.6741 or Email [email protected]

* An annual $40 registration fee will be charged in addition to the class fee.

NO REFUNDSThere are no refunds given unless a class is filled or if a class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.

Father and Son taking Auto Body Refinishing evening course

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MANUFACTURING

Basic Precision Machining Learn precision machining principles and make projects using precision measuring tools, cutting tools, precision grinders, manual lathes, and mills.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: JohnsonDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 6:30-9:30pm 710 1/10-5/18 $460*

Welding, All Levels Instruction includes Oxyacetylene, Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW), Metal Inert Gas (MIG), and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG). Students furnish personal equipment and some consumable items.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: NoneInstructor: PotterDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 6:30-9:30pm 702 1/10-5/18 $585*

CTE Courses

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Students learn the theory and thermodynamics of Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems repair and maintenance. Students learn to read and draw pictorial wiring diagrams and learn to convert pictorial diagrams to ladder schematics. Hands-on application.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: FalconeDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 6-9pm 307 1/10-5/18 $410*

ELECTRICAL

Wiring Methods A basic residential wiring and commercial building-wiring course focusing on techniques and equipment used in the installation of electrical wiring.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: NoneInstructor: HallDay Time Room Date FeeMW 6-9pm 302 1/9-3/15 $265

* An annual $40 registration fee will be charged in addition to the class fee.

NO REFUNDSThere are no refunds given unless a class is filled or if a class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.

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CTE Courses

HEALTH SCIENCE & MEDICAL

Medical Terminology Learn and recognize word roots, prefixes, and suffixes used in medical language. Learn how to combine words to create meaningful medical conditions as well as comprehend their definition and know the correct spelling. Emphasis on medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, communication, medical ethics, and legality. This class meets the prerequisites for the Medical Assistant Back Office class.

Prerequisite: NoneTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: ShueDay Time Room Date FeeW 5:30-9:30pm 206 1/11-5/17 $250*

Medical Assistant This 760-hour medical assistant course is a one year program, consisting of eight modules and a month of externship. Each module meets daily for five to six weeks. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate mastery in front and back medical office procedures. Students may begin the program at the start of any module, as space is available.

Call 408-723-6450 for registration details.

Prerequisite: 8th grade equivalent reading level, TB Test results, proof of current immunizations, complete physical exam.Textbook: Included in class feeInstructor: SafariDay Time Room Date FeeM-F 8:30-11:45am 18 1/4-6/30 $2,000*M-F 12:15-3:30pm 18 1/4-6/30 $2,000*

Medical Assistant Back OfficeAssist physicians in the back office or clinic, medical lab and EKG. A 66-hour clinical assignment at a different site by arrangement is required.

Prerequisite: High School reading level and passing Medical Terminology with a “C” or better. A physical exam, shots (TB, Tdap, Flu) are required by the fifth week of class.Textbook: Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants, Bonewit-West, 9th Ed,ISBN is 978-1-4557-4834-1; and Study Guide,ISBN 978-1-4557-4835-8Instructor: MiramontesDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 5:30-9:30pm 206 1/5-5/25 $625*

Pharmacy Technician Learn about prescription medications, intravenous solutions and other specialized medications, patient profiles, inventories, package medications in unit-dose or medi-card form, and data used by pharmacists to monitor drug therapy. For more details, check our website: www.metroed.net/svae.

Prerequisite: Basic MathTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: StaffDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 6:30-9:30pm 108 1/10-5/18 $410*

Medical Assistants

Medical Assistants Percent change in employment,

projected 2014-24

Other Healthcare Support Occupations

7%

19%

23%

Total, all Occupations

Occupational Outlook handbook,

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/home.htm

Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. economy.Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Mobile App Design and Computer Coding Learn multimedia design, web development for Internet technology and programming for mobile platforms and devices. Learn the process of designing, coding and deploying mobile applications for use in eCommerce, productivity, enterprise and web purposes. Students will be required to work about 6 hours outside of class. Students need to have access to an apple computer to download software for homework. For more details, check out our website www.metroed.net/svae.

Prerequisite: Computer literateTextbook: Discussed in classInstructor: StaffDay Time Room Date FeeTTh 6:30-9:30pm 103 1/10-5/18 $410*

CTE Courses

Classes fill up quickly! Register Today:www.MetroED.net/SVAE

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteers Make a Difference in Our Students’ Lives!

Volunteer your time tutoring one-on-one with adult students who are completing credits for their high school diploma or learning English. Tutors are needed once or twice a week,

morning or evening.

For more information contact Sam Ajam: Call 408.723.6741 or Email [email protected]

* An annual $40 registration fee will be charged in addition to the class fee.

NO REFUNDSThere are no refunds given unless a class is filled or if a class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.

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More than 300 online courses

SILICON VALLEY ADULT EDUCATIONwww.ed2go.com/metroed

Introduction to Microsoft ExcelDiscover the secrets to setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently.

Intermediate Microsoft ExcelMaster advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2007, including charting and PivotTables, and discover how this powerful MS Office program can boost your productivity.

Introduction to QuickBooksLearn how to quickly and efficient-ly gain control over the financial aspects of your business.

Grammar RefresherGain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct documents and speeches.

Accounting FundamentalsGain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.

A to Z GrantwritingLearn how to research and devel-op relationships with potential funding sources, organize grant-writing campaigns, and prepare proposals.

Medical Terminology: A Word Association ApproachPrepare for a career in the health services industry by learning med-ical terminology in a memorable and enjoyable fashion.

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016Learn to use the basic features of Word 2016 (now available through Office 365) to type, edit, format, spell check, and print profession-al-looking documents, letters, and reports.

Introduction to SQLGain a solid working knowledge of the most powerful and widely used database programming language.

Introduction to CSS and XHTMLLearn to create state of the art Web sites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques.

Creating Web PagesLearn the basics of HTML so you can design, create, and post your very own site on the Web.

Explore a Career in Medical CodingLearn how to use the CPT manual and the ICD-9-CM to find medical codes for any disease, condition, treatment, or surgical procedure.

Beginning Writer’s WorkshopGet a taste of the writer’s life and improve your writing skills in this introduction to writing creatively.

Human Anatomy and PhysiologyGain a greater appreciation and understanding of the marvelous complexity of the human body.

Speed Spanish Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and speak Spanish in no time.

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Beginning and Intermediate EnglishStudents will develop skills in: reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and pronunciation. Improve English skills to obtain and maintain jobs, participate in community activities and to use community resources.

Beginning/Intermediate Levels

Location: Sacred Heart Community Service, 1381 South First Street, San Jose, CA 95110Day Time Room Date FeeTTh 9-11:30am 1/5-5/25 FREE

Location: East San José Carnegie Branch Library, 1102 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA 95116Day Time Room Date FeeTTh 12:30-2:30pm 1/5-5/25 FREE

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

The Silicon Valley Adult Education Program offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes from basic literacy to advanced levels. Classes assist students in developing reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and pronunciation skills to succeed in a global society.

INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDO LENGUAJE La escuela Silicon Valley Adult Education ofrece Inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), clases de inglés básico a niveles avanzados. Las clases ayudan a los estudiantes en el desarrollo de la lectura, escritura, comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, gramática, pronunciación y habilidades para tener éxito en una sociedad global.

TIẾNG ANH NHƯ MỘT NGÔN NGỮ THỨ HAI Silicon Valley Adult Education có tiếng Anh như một ngôn ngữ thứ hai (ESL) các lớp học từ biết chữ cơ bản đến nâng cao. Lớp học giúp học sinh phát triển năng đọc, viết, nghe, nói, ngữ pháp và kỹ năng phát âm để thành công trong một xã hội toàn cầu.

ACADEMIC

Day Time Date FeeLiteracy/Beginning Low

M-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREEBeginning High

M-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREEIntermediate Low

M-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

Day Time Date FeeIntermediate High

M-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREEIntermediate Low/High

M-Th 12:30-3:15pm 1/4-5/25 FREEAdvanced

M-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

Prerequisite: All students will take the CASAS assessment for placement before they are registered in a class.Textbook: Provided in the classroom.You may enroll and begin anytime after the start date.

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Adult Basic Skills ClassesAdult Basic Education (ABE) classes build skills for the workplace and review basic skills in reading, writing, and math. The purpose of the class is to raise the levels of competency so students can be promoted to the High School Equivalency (HSE) Preparation or the High School Diploma (HSD) programs. In ABE, students may earn elective credits transferable to the High School Diploma program.

Prerequisite: All students will take the CASAS Reading and Math assessment for placement before they are registered in a class.Textbook: Provided in the classroomInstructor: Washington, StaffDay Time Date FeeM-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

*You may enroll and begin anytime after the start date.

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE)

ACADEMIC

HOW TO REGISTER FOR ENGLISH CLASSES (ESL): 1. Visit Silicon Valley Adult Education, 760 Hillsdale Avenue, Room 1, San Jose 95136 during

office hours.2. Take an assessment test during the days and times listed below.3. After testing, you will be placed in an available class.

CÓMO INSCRIBIRSE EN CLASSES DE INGLÉS:1. Vaya a Silicon Valley Adult Education, 760 Hillsdale Avenue, Sala 1 San Jose 95136 2. Tome la prueba de evaluación durante el horario indicado.3. Después de la prueba, se le colocara en una clase.

LÀM THẾ NÀO ĐỂ ĐĂNG KÝ LỚP HỌC TIẾNG ANH:1. Đi đến Silicon Valley Adult Education, 760 Hillsdale Avenue, Phòng 1, San Jose

95136 trong những ngày và giờ được liệt kê dưới đây. 2. Lấy một bài kiểm tra đánhgiá. 3. Sau khi thử nghiệm, bạn sẽ được đặt trong một lớp học có sẵn.

TESTING SCHEDULE/ HORARIO DE PRUEBAS/ KIỂM TRA LỊCHMonday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Monday – Wednesday: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday: 7:30 pm

Please note: Registration times may change without notice, please call the office at 408.723.6450 for current testing schedule.

Tenga en cuenta: El horario de matrícula puede cambiar sin previo aviso. Por favor llame a la oficina al 408.723.6450 para el horario de las pruebas actuales.

Xin lưu ý: thời gian đăng ký có thể thay đổi mà không cần thông báo trước. Hãy gọi cho văn phòng tại 408.723.6450 cho lịch trình kiểm định hiện hành.

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HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CALIFORNIA STATE EXAMS

General Educational Development Test (GED®) Provided by the GED Testing Service (GEDTS®)

Whether your next step is a college or job application, the GED® test will help you get there. The GED® credential is accepted by over 97% of colleges and employers. Of the recent GED® graduates, 60% are enrolled in college. On average, people with a high school diploma (GED®) earn $9,000 more per year.

Read more about the GED® Exam at: https://ged.com/why-ged

High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®) Provided by the Educational Testing Service (ETS)

The HiSET® scores will identify those candidates who have performed at a level consistent with high school equivalency. Information from the HiSET® program also will help identify areas in which candidates are career and college ready, as well as areas in which additional preparation may be needed.

Information about this test is available at: http://hiset.ets.org/

Students who successfully pass the test will be issued a California High School Equivalency Certificate from the State of California.

Both tests are offered in a computer-based format at the Regional Testing Center on the MetroED campus. For more information visit us at: www.metroed.net/silicon-valley-regional-testing-center

MATH LAB

Math Learning CenterA self-paced, mathematics lab for students in need of fundamental math skills.

Prerequisite: All students will take the CASAS Reading and Math assessment for placement before they are registered in a class.Textbook: Provided in the classroomInstructor: ChuiDay Time Date FeeM-Th 12:30-2:30pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

*You may enroll and begin anytime after the start date.

ACADEMIC

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High School Equivalency Preparation (GED or HiSET)Silicon Valley Adult Education offers High School Equivalency classes in English. Registration for the HSE classes is FREE. All students will take the CASAS Reading and Math assessment for placement and meet with a counselor before they are registered in a class. Students must be able to speak, read, and write English.

Prerequisite: All students will take the CASAS Reading and Math assessment for placement before they are registered in a class.Textbook: Provided in the classroomInstructor: Daniels, StaffDay Time Date FeeM-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

*You may enroll and begin anytime after the start date.

For more information, please visit our website at www.metroed.net/SVAE or call 408.723.6450.

OVERVIEW In March 2014, California approved the use of three high school equivalency tests (GED®, HiSET®, and TASC™) for students 18 years old and older for the purpose of receiving a California High School Equivalency Certificate.

ACADEMIC

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY PREPARATION CLASSES (GED OR HiSET)

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Invest in Your Future — Sign up for class today!

ADULT HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

Silicon Valley Adult Education provides the opportunity to attain a high school diploma by concentrating on one subject at a time. Classes are offered during the morning and evening to accommodate student schedules. Classes are designed for adult students to complete the courses necessary for their high school diploma. Students work at their own pace on individual course plans.

Silicon Valley Adult Education is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). All of the offered classes meet the requirements for high school.

Graduation Requirements:

English ............................................................40World History .................................................10U.S. History ....................................................10U.S. Government ..............................................5Economics ........................................................5Mathematics ..................................................10Algebra ...........................................................10Biological Science..........................................10Physical Science ............................................10Fine Arts or Foreign Language .......................10Electives .........................................................70Computer Literacy (Recommended)Total Semester Credits ............................... 190

Prerequisite: All students will take the CASAS Reading and Math assessment for placement before they are registered in a class.Textbook: Provided in the classroomInstructor: Ajam, StaffDay Time Date FeeM-F 8:30-11:45am 1/4-5/25 FREEM-Th 6:30-9:45pm 1/4-5/25 FREE

*You may enroll and begin anytime after the start date.

For more information, please visit our website at www.metroed.net/SVAE or call 408.723.6450

ACADEMIC

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Log On and “Like” Silicon Valley Adult Education

SVAE IS A MEMBER OF THE SOUTH BAY CONSORTIUM FOR ADULT EDUCATION (SBCAE)The South Bay Consortium for Adult Education is a collaboration of four colleges and five adult schools in Santa Clara County, serving over 30,000 adult education students every year. We are working together to build pathways for adult learners so they can achieve economic self-suffi-ciency in an area with one of the highest costs of living in the nation. Our consortium is committed to having a positive collective impact on the local workforce, building a just economy and healthy community.

Campbell Adult and Community Education - www.cace.cuhsd.org

East Side Adult Education - adulteducation.esuhsd.org

Milpitas Adult Education - adulted.musd.org

Santa Clara Adult Education - www.santaclaraadulted.org

Silicon Valley Adult Education – www.metroed.net/svae

Evergreen Valley College - www.evc.edu

Mission College - www.missioncollege.edu

West Valley College - www.westvalley.edu

Workforce Institute - www.wi-sjeccd.org

www.sbcae.org

College and Adult School faculty working together for our students.

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SILICON VALLEY REGIONAL TESTING CENTER

The Silicon Valley Regional Testing Center has extended its services to include GED testing, HiSET testing, and a wide variety of computerized tests required for fellow educators. Test takers have the convenience of picking the time and date of their test that best fits their schedule.

ALL TEST REGISTRATION IS ONLINE.

For GED use www.GED.com and pay per test. For HiSET use www.HiSET.ets.org.

Other tests offered include: the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST), California Preliminary Administrative Credential Examination (CPACE); California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET); California Teacher of English Learners (CTEL); National Evaluation Series (NES); Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA). For additional test offerings, go to www.PearsonVue.com. Pricing varies according to the test and which modules are being taken.

We are currently looking for teachers in the following fields:

• Adult Basic Education

• High School Equivalency

• High School Diploma

• English as a Second Language

• Building and Maintenance: Carpentry

• Building and Maintenance: Plumbing

• Building and Maintenance: Electrical

• Electrical Wiring

• Pharmacy Technician

• Mobile App Design and Computer Coding

To apply, go to EdJoin.org and search for Metropolitan Education District.

TEACHERS AND SUBSTITUTES NEEDED

TEACHER OF THE YEAR & CLASSIFED SUPPORT SERVICES OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Alyssa Lynch, Superintendent; Cesar Romero, teacher; Rosalie Ruiz, Accountability Specialist; Gloria Curd, Principal

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION For ESL, ABE, High School Equivalency Test Preparation, and High School Diploma*

1. Visit Silicon Valley Adult Education, 760 Hillsdale Avenue, Room 1, San Jose 95136 during office hours.

2. Take an assessment test during the days and times listed below.

3. After testing, you will be placed in an available class.

4. *For High School Diploma students only: Obtain official sealed transcript from your last high school

TESTING SCHEDULE/ HORARIO DE PRUEBAS/ KIỂM TRA LỊCH:• Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 10:00 am• Monday – Wednesday: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm• Thursday: 7:30 pm

Please Note: Registration times may change without notice, please call the office at 408.723.6450 for current testing schedule.

For Career Technical Education (CTE) evening courses

Online Registration starts November 14, 2016

1. Go to metroed.net/svae

2. Select the “Career Training Classes” tab

3. Select Online Registration on the left hand side.

4. Follow the instructions on the page.

Walk-In Registration starts November 28, 2016

1. Go to Silicon Valley Adult Education, 760 Hillsdale Avenue, Room 1, San Jose, CA 95136 during office hours.

2. Register in person.

CÓMO INSCRIBIRSE EN CLASSES DE INGLÉS: Vaya a la página 9

LÀM THẾ NÀO ĐỂ ĐĂNG KÝ LỚP HỌC TIẾNG ANH: Tới trang 9

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CONTACT INFORMATION

PHONE NUMBERSSilicon Valley Adult Education ...............................................................................................408.723.6450

Adult Basic Education (ABE) ..................................................................................................408.723.6450

Adult High School Diploma ......................................................................................................408.723.6450

Adult High School Equivalent (GED/HiSET)................................................................408.723.6450

English as a Second Language (ESL) ...............................................................................408.723.6450

Registration Information by Phone .....................................................................................408.723.6450

Regional Testing Center ............................................................................................................. 408.723.4249

CalWORKs Office ........................................................................................................................... 408.723.6568

Metropolitan Education District Office ........................................................................... 408.723.6400

OFFICE HOURSDuring School Year: Monday – Thursday: 8 am – 8:30 pm Friday: 8 am – 3 pm

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