Centinela Valley Adult School Fall10 Brochure

Centinela Valley Union High School District

Centinela Valley Adult School A Career & Technical Educational Center www.centinelavalleyadultschool.com

(310) 263-3165

Fall Semester 2010

September 7, 2010 February 4, 2011

CAHSEE Preparation Computer Training Construction Worker (Pre-Apprenticeship/ Hands-on) Dental Assisting Distance Learning (ESL and GED)

SAFE • EXCELLENT CONVENIENT • AFFORDABLE SAFE AND CONVENIENT LOCATIONS We have security personnel on duty at our major centers during the day and evening programs.

We also have plenty of FREE parking at our schools.

ESL/EL Civics GED Preparation High School Diploma Medical Assisting Retail Merchandising

ECRWSS Postal Patron

Permit No. 47 Lawndale, CA 90260

PAID 4953 Marine Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260

Centinela Valley Adult School Centinela Valley Union High School District

U.S. Postage Non Profit Organization

(310) 263-3165

MAIN OFFICE LOCATION AND HOURS Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3165 Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 9:15 pm Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

General Information

See other locations and map on page 12.

registration Information Who May Enroll Any person 18 years of age or older.

Persons under 18 years of age need administrative approval.

How to Register 1. Complete information on Registration Form.

2. Select one or more classes from this catalog.

3. A ll ESL, High School Diploma, and ABE students must take a placement test before enrolling.

ESL and High School Diploma / Adult Basic Education (ABE) Testing Hours Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm High School Credit will be granted to adult students for designated subjects. Before enrolling in any class, the adult student working for a high school diploma must see a counselor at the Lawndale Educational Center.

Registration Fees All classes have a $40 registration fee per semester and some classes also have a materials fee. ESL and Distance Learning have a $25 registration fee per session. These registration fees do not have a Senior Citizen reduction. Registration fee information is listed with course description of each class.

Classes with an average attendance of less than 20 students my be closed. ALL FEES DUE CASH ONLY.

table of contents Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3 Uniform Complaint Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3, 12 Class Locations/MAP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adult Basic Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Career And Technical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Computer Learning Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Construction Worker - Pre-Apprenticeship/Hands-on. . . . . . 4 Dental Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Design Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 General Office Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Medical Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Office Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Retail Merchandising Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Distance Learning Program (DVDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Esl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Ged Test Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 English As A Second Language (Esl). . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 High School Diploma/Ged Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Cahsee Prep Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ged Test Prep Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ged Test Prep Distance Learning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ged Test Schedule/Ged en Español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 High School Diploma Classes and Independent Study. . . . . . 7

School Calendar Counseling and Registration for High School Diploma Begins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 23, 2010 Fall Semester Begins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 7, 2010 Veteran’s Day Holiday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 11-12, 2010 Thanksgiving Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 22-26, 2010 ESL Fall Session Ends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 20, 2010 Winter Break. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 20-31, 2010 School Resumes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 3, 2011 ESL Spring Session Begins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 3, 2011 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 17, 2011 Fall Session Ends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February 4, 2011 Spring Semester Begins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February 7, 2011

Refund Policy

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There will be no refund of registration fees after the second meeting. However, if the class is cancelled there will be a full refund of all fees less $2.00 for processing. Refunds will be given in the form of a check issued by the district’s accounting department.

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Request for transcript and attendance records fees: Transcripts - $5 Attendance records - $1

Mission Statement “Lifelong Learning” is the motto of the Centinela Valley Adult School. We are dedicated to providing a curriculum which meets the needs of the total adult population. We are dedicated to developing our students’ greatest potential by providing a learning environment that is safe, orderly, supportive, and effective. We encourage our students to commit themselves to academic and vocational achievement and the pursuit of excellence. We strive to help students adapt and contribute to a changing society as they continue their lifelong process of learning. We are committed to shared decision-making with the community to maintain our educational environment and achieve our mission.

Attendance

Regular attendance must be maintained or student may be dropped.

Cancelled Classes

The Centinela Valley Adult School reserves the right to cancel any class that does not meet minimum attendance standards.

No Smoking

Wait List

If a requested class is filled, a student may request to be placed on a wait list. If the class becomes available, the student will be contacted by phone. Students may come to the office to have their names placed on the wait list.

Refunds

A full refund will only be given prior to the beginning of a course or if the class is cancelled by the adult school. There are no refunds for books or materials. Refunds will be given in the form of a check issued by the district’s accounting department.

Student Conduct

Enrollment in Adult School assumes maturity, seriousness of purpose, and self-discipline. The basic rules and regulations of the school are enforced, including the district-wide dress code, drugs, dangerous weapons and non-smoking policy.

Visitors

Visitors must report to the office.

Textbooks and Materials

Students may be asked to purchase a book and/or materials for some classes. Requirements of a class should be checked before enrolling. There are no student loans available for any materials.

Cash only will be accepted.

Children

Children are not permitted in any Adult School classes.

Open Entry/Open Exit

A program designated as open-entry/exit will accept new students any time if space permits.

Cualquier persona mayor de 18 años de edad puede matricularse en clases para adultos. La matriculación continuará hasta no haber espacio.

Asistencia

Se debe mantener una asistencia regular ó el estudiante será dado de baja.

Cancelación de Clases

La escuela de adultos de Centinela Valley reserva el derecho a cancelar cualquier clase que no mantiene el minimo numero de estudiantes.

No Fumar

El fumar y el uso de productos de tabaco está prohibido en todos los Planteles de la Escuela de Adultos de Centinela Valley. Esta regla aplica todo el tiempo a todos los empleados, estudiantes, visitantes y otras personas que usen estas facilidades.

General Information

Smoking and the use of all tobacco products are prohibited on all Centinela Valley Adult School property. This ban applies at all times to all employees, students, visitors and other persons using school facilities.

Matriculacion a las Clases de Adultos

Lista de Espera

Si la clase que solicitó esta llena, el alumno podrá pedir que su nombre sea puesto en una lista de espera. Si la clase deseada está disponible, el estudiante será notificado. Los estudiantes pueden venir a la oficina para poner su nombre en la lista de espera.

Reembolso

Sólo habrá reembolsos de cuotas antes del comienzo de clases ó si la clase es cancelada por la escuela. No habrá reembolso por los costos de libros y materials. Todos los reembolsos seran en la forma de un cheque expedido por el departamento de contabilidad del distrito escolar.

Conducta del Estudiante

Inscribirse en la Escuela de Adultos implica madurez, seriedad y disciplina propia. Los reglamentos de la escuela son ejecutables, incluyendo el código de vestimenta, drogas, armas de fuego y la póliza de no fumar.

Visitantes

Los visitantes deben de reportarse a la oficina.

Libros y Materiales

Algunas clases requieren que el estudiante compre libros y/o materiales. Pregunte sobre estos requisitos antes de inscribirse. No tenemos prestamos disponibles para ningun material. Solamente se acepta dinero en efectivo.

Niños

No se permiten niños en las clases de adultos.

Inscripciones y Salidas Abiertas

Los programas que esten diseñados con inscripción y salida abierta, aceptaran estudiantes nuevos mientras haya lugar disponible.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Poliza De No Descriminacion

All are welcome! Centinela Valley Adult School is open to all adults without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origins, physical handicap, political affiliation or beliefs.

¡Todos son bienvenidos! La escuela de Centinela Valley esta abierta para todos los adultos sin importar raza, color, religión, nacionalidad, impedimentos, sexo o afiliación politica.

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Anyone eighteen years or older may enroll in adult education classes. Enrollment will be on a “First Come/First Served” basis.

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Admission to Adult Education Classes

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Career & Technical Education

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Pre-apprenticeship/hands-on class for electrician, plumber, sheet metal worker, painter, ironworker, roofer, drywaller and carpenter. The class will cover methods, materials and tools of framing, measuring and reading blueprints in addition to electrical, plumbing, drywalling and painting. Field trips to various Union training sites such as electrical, plumbing, sheet metal, etc., will be part of the class.

Prospective students must be 18 years of age or older and must have legal right to work.

Fee: $ 40 registration fee per semester, cash only.

Century Center for Economic Opportunity, Inc 5021 Lennox Boulevard, Lennox CA 90304 M - Th

5:00 - 9:15 pm

Help yourself by helping others -

Get into health careers!

Dental Assistant

Medical Assistant

Average Yearly Salary: $29,500 This is a fast-growing field with good job opportunities.

Population growth and greater retention of natural teeth by middle age will fuel the demand for dental services and create good job opportunities.

Average Yearly Salary: $31,000 Medical Assisting is not just a job, it is a career. As a Medical Assistant you will be in demand and have opportunities for advancement. Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical duties; they work under the direct supervision of a Medical Doctor.

Fees: $115 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $75 materials), cash only.

• Chairside Assisting • Infection Control • Dental Radiography • Payroll and Billing •P ostoperative Instruction and General Oral Health Fees: $ 265 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $175 materials + $50 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 M - Th

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Construction Worker Pre Apprenticeship/ Hands-on

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 M - F M - Th

8:00 am - 12:15 pm 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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General Office Clerk Average Yearly Salary: $26,000 The General Office Clerk Program is designed to train students in a general clerical computerized office environment. The program emphasis is on document preparation and editing with basic office procedures. Also included is typing speed.

Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 M - Th 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

Career & Technical Education

• Basic Windows XP • Business English • Basic Word 2003/2007 • Business Math • Basic Excel 2003/2007 • Data Entry • Keyboarding • Filing • Internet and E-mail Basics Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Design Assistant Average Yearly Salary: $35,000 Get a quick jump into the growing Design Industry. This program trains you on Basic Computer Skills, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, and photo manipulation in Photoshop.

• Basic Windows XP • Microsoft Excel 2003 • Photoshop Level 1 • Photoshop Level 2 • Microsoft Word 2003/2007 • Microsoft PowerPoint 2003/2007 Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 M - Th 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

Office Assistant Average Yearly Salary: $30,000 This program is designed to give students comprehensive knowledge of Word Processing for document production; Power Point to create presentations and Excel to create spreadsheets for financial tabulations.

Students are also prepared in Filing and Keyboarding.

• Microsoft Word 2003/2007 • Basic Windows XP • Microsoft Excel 2003/2007 • Data Entry • Microsoft PowerPoint 2003/2007 • Filing • Internet and E-mail Basics • Keyboarding • Business English • Business Math Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Retail Merchandising Class Average Yearly Salary: $26,000 Need job placement? Do you want to get your foot in the door? Here is your opportunity to learn a real job in retail.

Our instructor has over 18 years experience in retail and will place students in local stores for hands-on training. Students will learn merchandising, sales, cash register basics, customer service and employment preparation. Open enrollment!

• Certificate available upon completion of program.

• Learn to be a Mystery Shopper Fee: $ 40 registration fee per semester, cash only.

Lawndale Educational Center 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 M, Th

5:45 pm - 9:15 pm

Lawndale Educational Center Terry Irvine - Retail Merchandising instructor will teach you proper customer service techniques.

Visit our website periodically throughout the year for news, updates and changes in class offerings. www.centinelavalleyadultschool.com

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Certificate available upon completion of each program listed on pages 4-6.

Learn relevant skills for today’s job market! Beat the economy!

Computer Learning Center Lawndale Educational Center

Century Center for Economic Opportunity, Inc.*

4953 Marine Ave., Lawndale M - Th

5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

5021 Lennox Boulevard, Lennox M - Th

5:00 pm - 9:15 pm

* N ot all courses available at the CCEO.

COMPUTER LITERACY You will become computer literate by using abbreviated versions of the following programs: Windows, Computer Basic Concepts, Keyboarding, and Basic to Intermediate Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. No previous experience required.

St. Margaret’s Center* 10127 Inglewood Avenue, Lennox M - F

9:00 am - 12:45 pm

* N ot all courses available at St. Margaret’s Center.

POWERPOINT 2003/2007 The student will learn the features and functions of Microsoft PowerPoint. The courses begin with the basics of creating and delivering a presentation, including designing templates, text layout styles, and master slides. Clip art, animation, sound tables, and charts to enhance presentations are covered. Prerequisites : Basic Keyboarding Skills and Computer Literacy required.

EXCEL 2003/2007 - Level 1, 2 & 3 Level 1 teaches basic Excel skills. It starts with creating spreadsheets with formulas, functions, and text, including formatting and graphics. You will also learn to create graphs for spreadsheet data, to place graphics on spreadsheets, and how to check spreadsheets for errors.

Level 2 introduces you to the intermediate features and functions of Microsoft Excel.

Level 3 teaches you the advanced features and functions of the program. Prerequisites : Basic Keyboarding Skills and Computer Literacy required.

OFFICE 2003/2007 You will learn the basic features and functions of all four programs in these suites: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Prerequisites : Basic Keyboarding Skills and Computer Literacy required.

WORD 2003/2007 - Level 1, 2 & 3 Level 1 is designed to provide you with a solid foundation of word processing skills to prepare you for the advanced features. In Level 2 you will learn how to create personalized letterheads and save them as templates to be used repeatedly, and to use custom tab stops to align text. In Level 3 you will learn formatting, mail merge, tables and columns. Prerequisites : Basic Keyboarding Skills and Computer Literacy required.

Fees due at registration $70 - Cash Only! ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit.)

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Get a high school diploma - your first step to success!

High School Diploma/Independent Study

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4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 • (310) 263-3165 Monday - Friday Monday - Thursday

9:00 am - 12:45 pm 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm

PRE-REGISTER FOR DIPLOMA CLASSES

Qualified instructors are available to assist students, monitor progress and grade assignments.

Each June, Centinela Valley Adult School has a graduation ceremony for all students who have completed their diploma requirements.

Graduates wear caps and gowns and receive their diploma in front of their family and friends.

Enrollment in diploma classes is determined by the results of a placement test. Placement testing is conducted Monday - Thursday.

Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Learning Center The Adult Learning Center is a competency-based, highly individualized, self-paced study center where adult students can finish required course work and earn a high school diploma. Students use computers, video players, textbooks and paper/pencil. Before enrolling in the center, concurrent students must have approval from their high school counselor and see an Adult School counselor to establish a study plan.

Adult students have priority in enrollment! (Space is Limited!)

Adult Learning Center Monday - Friday Monday - Thursday

9:00 am - 12:45 pm 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Lawndale Educational Center Lawndale Educational Center

Adult Basic Education 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Concurrent Students Lawndale Educational Center Monday - Thursday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm Hawthorne High School Monday, Wednesday 3:00 pm - 6:15 pm Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Leuzinger High School Monday, Wednesday Tuesday, Thursday

3:00 pm - 6:15 pm 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Lawndale Educational Center

Easy & convenient!

Independent Study This program is designed for those people who are unable to attend class daily. Students meet individually with an instructor for at least one hour per week to determine appropriate course work, review assignments and receive assistance. Assignments are completed at home. A refundable $20 Media Deposit (cash only) is required.

Fees: $ 90 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit + $20 Media deposit), cash only.

Weekly Appointment: Friday

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Centinela Valley Adult Education - Graduation Requirements ENGLISH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 credits English 100 A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

English 200 A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

English 300 A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

English 400 A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Graduation Requirements

MATHEMATICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 credits

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Algebra 1 A & B or higher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Credits

SCIENCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 credits Life Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Credits Physical Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Credits

SOCIAL STUDIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 credits World History A & B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Credits U.S. History A & B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Credits U.S. Government. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Credits Economics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Credits

COMPUTER LITERACY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 credits FINE ARTS/FOREIGN LANGUAGE. . . . . . . . 10 credits PRACTICAL ARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits

We can help you prepare for the CAHSEE! California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) What is the CAHSEE? The CAHSEE is an acronym for California High School Exit Exam, the mandated test for all high school students in California in order to receive a high school diploma. The CAHSEE is a two-part exam covering language arts and mathematics. Students must pass both sections of the test. There is no charge for the CAHSEE test.

Students must bring a picture I.D. at the time of registration and testing. For more information please call (310) 263-3156.

CAHSEE Testing Dates: ENGLISH-LANGUAGE ARTS Tuesday, October 5, 2010 Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Tuesday, February 1, 2011

MATHEMATICS Wed., October 6, 2010 PM Wed., November 10, 2010 AM Wed., February 2, 2011 AM

ELECTIVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 CREDITS TOTAL required for graduation. . . . 195 CREDITS Plus Passage of CAHSEE Test Note: See a counselor for an evaluation of your high school transcript. Credits may be granted for high school classes taken in a foreign country. Residency requirement: 10 credits.

Centinela Valley Adult School offers study and preparation materials.

CAHSEE Test Preparation Schedule:

Lawndale Educational Center Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:45 pm Monday - Thursday 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

Visit our website periodically throughout the year for news, updates and changes in class offerings. www.centinelavalleyadultschool.com

Enroll now, passing the GED can help you earn more!

GED Test Preparation

 The GED Tests serve only one purpose - to certify a high school-level of academic knowledge and skills.  The GED Tests certify these competencies, no matter where or in what manner the individual learned them. Passing the GED Tests demonstrates the knowledge and skills of a high school graduate.  N inety-seven (97) percent of colleges and universities accept the GED credential as equivalent to a traditional high school diploma. (College Board: 2001)  M ore than 90 percent of U.S. employers consider those who earned their GED diplomas the same as traditional high school graduates with regard to hiring, salary, and opportunity for advancement. (Society for Human Resource Management: 2002)  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, those who have a high school diploma, including those with a GED diploma, earn $7,400 more a year than those who did not graduate from high school. This difference represents a 35 percent increase in median annual earnings. (Occupational Outlook Quarterly: Spring 2002)

Students are strongly urged to enroll in our GED Test Preparation class. Registered students are given the Official GED Practice Test to determine if they are ready to take the “real” test. After this assessment, students use books, computers, videos and DVD’s to improve their skills.

Fees: $70 due at registration ($40 registration fee per semester + $30 Book Card deposit), cash only.

GED TEst Schedule

About the GED Tests

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El examen del GED tambien lo tenemos disponible en Español.

Llámenos al (310) 263-3156 y obtenga todos los detalles.

GED Test Preparation Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:45 pm Lawndale Educational Center Monday - Thusrday 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm Lawndale Educational Center

GED Test Preparation - Distance Learning: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:45 pm Lawndale Educational Center Monday, Tuesday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lawndale Educational Center

Fall 2010 GED Testing Schedule Testing Dates and Times Subject to Change or Cancellation.

REGISTRATION DATES TESTING DATES TESTING TIMES September 13, 14, 2010 October 4, 5, 2010 November 8, 9, 2010 December 6, 7, 2010 January 18, 19, 2011

September 20, 21, 22, 2010 October 11, 12, 13, 2010 November 15, 16, 17, 2010 December 13, 14, 15, 2010 January 24, 25, 26, 2011

4:15 pm - 9:15 pm 4:15 pm - 9:15 pm 9:15 am - 2:15 pm 9:15 am - 2:15 pm 4:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Fees: (cash only for all fees)  $150.00 for whole test  $ 35.00 for individual tests and retakes Fees are due at the time of registration. 25% charge on all cancellations and postponements.

A picture I.D. such as a driver’s license is required at the time of registration and testing. NO EXCEPTIONS. English Print Version only: receive a $20.00 rebate on the whole battery fee when you attend our GED Preparation class for 20 hours.

Rebate not applicable on retakes, single tests or Spanish test.

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ASK US: If you think you have a disability, ask us how we can help.

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English Classes English as a Second Language is offered in various levels of proficiency: beginning literacy, low and high beginning, low and high intermediate, and low and high advanced. All courses include introduction to and practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Grammar and vocabulary are integrated with the basic life skills that students need to function in every day life. Life skills instruction covers basic communication, employment, health and safety, community resources, government and law, computation, and consumer economics topics such as housing, banking and nutrition.

Knowledge about American culture and the usage of idiomatic English are stressed.

Fee: $ 25 registration fee per session.

ESL Department Schedule of Classes Lawndale Educational Center

4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3165

Morning Program Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:45 pm ESL Beginning Literacy (Level 0/1) ESL Beginning High (Level 2) ESL Intermediate Low (Level 3) ESL Advanced Low (Level 4/5) Evening Program Monday & Tuesday 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm Wednesday & Thursday 5:45 pm - 9:15 pm ESL Beginning Literacy (Level 0/1) ESL Beginning High (Level 2) ESL Intermediate Low (Level 3) ESL Advanced Low (Level 4/5)

ESL Offsite locationS Century Center for Economic Opportunity, Inc.

Clases de Inglés Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) se ofrece en los siguientes niveles: básico, intermedio y avanzado. Todos los cursos constan de introducción a la práctica de lectura, escritura, comprehensión y conversación. Estos conocimientos son integrados con Instrucción Básica para la Vida Cotidiana.

Se enfatiza el conocimiento del Inglés y la cultura Americana.

Cuota: $ 25 de inscripción por sesión.

5021 Lennox Blvd., Lennox CA 90304 M & T 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm W & Th 5:45 pm - 9:15 pm ESL Beginning Literacy/High (Level 1/2) ESL Intermediate Low/High (Level 3/4)

Prairie Vista South

13928 Kornblum Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 M - W 8:30 am - 12:45 pm F 8:30 am - 12:30 pm ESL Multi Level

Ramona Elementary School

4617 W. 136th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250 M - Th 8:30 am - 12:30 pm ESL Multi Level/GED

St. Margaret’s Center

10505 Hawthorne Blvd., Lennox, CA 90304 M-F 9:00 am - 12:45 pm ESL Multi Level

York Elementary School

11838 South York Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Zela Davis Elementary School

Be part of our International Learning Community!

13435 Yukon Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250 M-F 9:00 am - 12:45 pm

Note: Class times and locations subject to change.

Visit our website for updated information.

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ESL distance learning locations Lawndale Educational Center -

ESL/GED 4953 Marine Avenue, Lawndale CA 90260 Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:45 pm Monday, Tuesday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bud Carson Middle School

13838 Yukon Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250 Wednesday, Thursday 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Eucalyptus Elementary School

12044 S. Eucalyptus Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250 Tuesday 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Prairie Vista Middle School

13600 Prairie Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250 Tuesday 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Ramona Elementary School

Literacy Program The Literacy Program at Centinela Valley Adult School is designed to help students enhance their literacy skills in order to meet personal goals. The Center is open to all students over 18 who are able to communicate in English (may be second language).

Students entering the program are given an individual assessment. A specific learning plan is developed for each student, based on the student’s goals, needs, and learning style. Reading, writing, listening, speaking, and math, from basic skills to high school diploma level, are taught according to each student’s personalized plan. Small focus groups, individualized instruction and independent work are available to all students. A variety of instructional methods are used.

Fee: $ 40 registration fee per semester, cash only.

Adult Basic Education Lawndale Educational Center Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

4617 W. 136th Street, Hawthorne CA 90250 Monday, Tuesday 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Hawthorne Convalescent Center Monday 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

St. Margaret’s Center

Imperial Crest Health Center Wednesday 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

10217 Inglewood Ave., Lennox CA 90304 • ESL / ESL Distance Learning Monday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Washington Elementary School

4919 West 109th Street, Lennox CA 90304 Wednesday 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Note: Class times and locations subject to change.

Rosecrans Villa Tuesday, Thursday

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Note: Class times and locations subject to change.

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APRENDIENDO A DISTANCIA - Oportunidad para adultos (mayores de 18 años) que deseen aprender en su propia casa con videos, DVDs y lecciones escritas. El programa está diseñado para personas que no pueden asistir a clases regulares para adultos debido a que tienen niños que cuidar, problemas des transportación, o de horarios. El Programa “Aprediendo a distancia” será ofrecido en varias escuelas de la comunidad. Para más información comuníquese con el centro de educación de Lawndale al teléfono (310) 263-3159.

Cuota: $ 25 de inscripción por sesión.

Basic Language Arts, Math, and Computer Literacy

ESL Distance Learning / Adult Basic education

STUDY AT HOME WITH VIDEO TAPES AND DVDs! Adults (over 18) have the opportunity to learn at home with video tapes, DVDs, and worksheets. The program is designed for people who have child care, transportation, or schedule difficulties that do not allow them to attend a regular adult class. The Distance Learning program is held at various locations. Contact our Lawndale Adult Center at (310) 263-3159 for further information.

Fee: $25 registration fee per session.

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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION ESL • ESL CIVICS GED TEST PREParation HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA TEST PREParation J OB TRAINING/ VOCATIONAL Programs

7. Washington Elementary School 4339 W. 139 th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250

• ESL Distance Learning

8. St. Margaret’s Center

10217 Inglewood Ave., Lennox, CA 90304

5021 Lennox Blvd., Lennox, CA 90304

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• Pre-Apprenticeship • COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER • ESL

4. Eucalyptus Elementary School 12044 S. Eucalyptus Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250

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9. York Elementary School 11838 South York Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250

13838 Yukon Ave., Hawthorne CA 90250

• ESL Distance Learning

4617 W. 136th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250

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2. Century Center for Economic Opportunity, Inc.

3. Bud Carson Middle School

6. Ramona Elementary School

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10. Z ela Davis Elementary School 13435 Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250

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5. Prairie Vista South 13928 Kornblum Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250

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Local community legal assistance agencies are available. Legal resources can be located in the telephone book under legal services.

Uniform Complaint Procedure and Nondiscrimination Statement The Centinela Valley Union High School District is committed to principles of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. Each student has the right of equal access to an education, and each employee has the right of equal employment opportunity, without discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, or disability. Harassment of students or employees on the basis of any of these characteristics creates unequal opportunities because it interferes with a student’s or employee’s education or work performance, and it creates an atmosphere of intimidation and hostility. Such discriminatory harassment is therefore a violation of District policy and may result in disciplinary actions ranging from verbal reprimand to dismissal or expulsion. The District will neither condone nor tolerate such harassment.

The District assures employees and students that no disciplinary or retaliatory action will be taken against anyone as a result of their expression of concerns regarding racial/ethnic incidents or tensions, or who has filed a discrimination complaint with the District or with governmental compliance agencies, or who has asserted his or her rights to be free from unlawful discrimination. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including race/ethnic harassment), sex (including sexual harassment), disability, or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and employment in District program and activities, including vocational education. Inquiries regarding equal opportunity policies or District complaint procedures may be directed to: Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Centinela Valley Union High School District 14901 Inglewood Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3210

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LAWNDALE HIGH SCHOOL

14901 Inglewood Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3100 www.lawndalehs.org

Biomedical Careers Academy Marine Science Academy Academy of Media Arts L awndale High School (LWHS) has been designated as one of California’s Most Distinguished Schools for 2009, and a finalist in the United States for the National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST) Award.

After meeting the rigorous criteria, only twenty five schools in the United States were named finalists, and Lawndale was one of them! Lawndale was also listed in U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 400 high schools in the Nation.

L WHS students have been awarded the Millennium Gates Scholarships for the past six consecutive years. Only 1,000 scholarships are awarded each year and Lawndale students have been awarded these scholarships because of their academic and leadership qualifications.

Centinela Valley Union High School District The Centinela Valley Union High School District was formed in 1905.

In 2009-10 CVUHSD had a high school student population of approximately 6,800. They attended either Hawthorne, Lawndale, or Leuzinger High School for the comprehensive secondary programs.

Continuation and Independent Study Programs are offered at Lloyde High School. In addition, CVUHSD maintains an extensive adult education program that serves over 9,000 students. The feeder school districts of the Centinela Valley are Hawthorne, Lawndale, Lennox, and Wiseburn.

14901 Inglewood Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3201 Fax: (310) 675-6571 www.centinela.k12.ca.us

In 2009-2010, three of Lawndale graduates received the scholarships and are destined for Williams College, Harvard University, and UC Riverside.

Board of Education Gloria A. Ramos, President Sandra C. Suarez, Vice-President Rocio C. Pizano, Clerk Hugo M. Rojas II, Member Maritza R. Molina, Member Jose A. Fernandez, Superintendent

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4859 W. El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250 (310) 263-4400 www.hhscougars.org

4118 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-2200 www.leuzinger.org

Cougar Academy Engineering Academy School of International Business School of Criminal Justice School of Visual & Performing Arts

Environmental Careers Academy Multimedia Careers Academy

Hawthorne High School (HHS) is here to make your child succeed with programs like: Advanced Placement Classes HHS’ AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program is helping students in preparation for SAT, ACT, PLAN, PSAT. School of International Business A new academy that began in 2009-10.

Its students have already competed internationally in New York City and have gained recognition as the second best e-commerce business class in the State.

Cougar Academy - This “School within a School” program is made possible

by HHS partnering with Navy Junior Officer Training Corps (NJROTC).

The focus will be on students’ physical education, character growth and other life skills training. chool of Engineering is the mentor S school for all Project Lead The Way schools in the South Bay area.

Attendance and graduation rates among students in the academy are excellent. Current alumni are in graduate programs at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and Cal State Northridge and Long Beach.

L euzinger High School (LZHS) is the right choice if your child shows interest in the fields of multi-media or environmental careers.

Students that attended LZHS have gone on to UCLA, Harvard, Howard University, UC Santa Barbara!

Lloyde Continuation HIGH SCHOOL

4951 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3264 At Lloyde Continuation High school, CVUHSD has a large group of students completing their high school diplomas or GEDs. This is another example of Centinela Valley Union High School District’s commitment to providing alternative learning environments for students to succeed.

L loyd focuses on individual students and specializes in differentiated instruction that helps students attain their high school diplomas.

LZHS’ A VID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program is helping students in preparation for SAT, ACT, PLAN, PSAT. L ZHS’s academic success includes increased CAHSEE passing rates in math and English.

Leuzinger’s campus is the first school to receive new construction in 2010.

There will be forty-four new “stateof-the-art” classrooms in a new wing on the school campus. In addition, heating upgrades and air conditioning is being added to the main building.

INDEPENDENT STUDY School

4951 Marine Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 (310) 263-3262 The Independent Study School started with only 45 students and has tripled their enrollment. The Board of Education and the Superintendent felt this program is essential in giving the youth another avenue to be successful in their high school experience. By having this program many students who would not have completed their high school diploma students have been crossing the stage”.

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HAWTHORNE HIGH SCHOOL

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School of Engineering (Hawthorne High School) Courses Offered:

E xploratory Engineering (Proposed) Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Principles of Engineering (POE) Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)

Environmental Careers Academy (ECA) (Leuzinger High School) Courses Offered:

I ntroduction to Environmental Careers Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Academy Benefits:

Academy Benefits:

Recently acknowledged as one of 15 model programs nationwide of 2500 schools utilizing the Project Lead the Way curriculum.

tudents interpret and analyze environmental, political, and S socioeconomic issues.

Robotics team is one of the best teams internationally.

Project based curriculum Full integration of Core Academic courses with Engineering courses.

Fully articulated Engineering courses gives potential to earn CSU credit for Engineering Classes. referential enrollment at CSU Long Beach and San Diego State P Universities for School of Engineering Graduates.

ECA members prepare for green careers and function as agent of positive change through discourse, rigorous curriculum, personal example, and community involvement.

“The topics that are being taught are really interesting and it encourages me to learn more.” Deniset Ramirez “It is a very good challenge for you...” - Miguel Zamudio

“The Hawthorne High School Engineering Academy has allowed me to seek out my goals and accomplishments. No other school has the capabilities of letting its students experience what the academy allows them to experience. With the skills I have acquired, I know that I can excell and prosper in any engineering field that I choose. With the help of the engineering academy, many other students will have the opportunity to succeed farther than their ambitions.”

Estephania Jimenez, Hawthorne High School Engineering Academy Student

(Hawthorne High School) Courses Offered:

niversal Technical Theatre and Production U Music Theory and Musicianship Dance Production Applied Music Stage Directing Performing Arts in the Community

Academy Benefits: tudent choice S of 5 pathways: Dance, Vocals, Music, Drama and Technical Theatre, and Art The Academy will have a Capstone Seminar Class that will incorporate all pathways for a major event each year.

Academy of Media Arts

(Lawndale High School) Courses Offered:

Dramatic Production D igital Film Production D igital Photography Independent Film Projects Animation

Academy Benefits: areer preparation in fields of Media C and Design Arts, Performing Arts, and Production and Managerial Arts Junior Internship at Pointe Studios, Hawthorne Upon Graduation, students qualify for: UC and CSU Admission, and/or Entry-Level Entertainment Jobs

School of International Business (Hawthorne High School)

Courses Offered:

I ntroduction to Business Introduction to Financial Accounting/ Imports and Exports Virtual Business Marketing International Business and Marketing Operations Introduction to E-Commerce and E-Marketing/Senior Project Introduction to Hospitality and the Service Industry International Foods

Academy Benefits: Student teams run virtual businesses and trade with students from over 42 countries E arn a Culinary Arts Industry-recognized Certification Business Leaders become Mentors and Advisors Internships 2 Pathways: Hospitality and Business/ Marketing

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“I am proud to have been a part of the International Business Academy. I believe being in wonderful programs can build a great future for you after high school.

I am grateful for having the opportunity to experience the things I learned in the academy.

I am going to El Camino College in the fall and then transfer to a four year college.”

Nicole Viamonte, IBA Student, Hawthorne Graduate 2010 “I am so very proud of my daughter and thankful to Hawthorne High School teachers for how they have helped her. I know she will be successful in the future because of what she learned at Hawthorne.” Mirla Sanso, mother of Nicole Viamonte Nicole was hired as a paid intern by Ignited LLC. This is a multi million dollar company that handles accounts for NBC, Dreamworks, Sony VAIO Latin America. Nicole’s major responsibility is handling marketing research for Sony VAIO International/Latin America.

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Biomedical Careers Academy (BCA)

School of Criminal Justice

Courses Offered:

Courses Offered:

Introduction to Biomedical Careers Biomedical Anatomy & Physiology Emergency Medical Technician Training

F oundations of Criminal Sciences Forensic Science Criminal Psychology/Sociology Criminal Law

(Lawndale High School)

Academy Benefits:

Eligible for EMT Certification after graduation CPR and First Aid Certification H ands-on, project based curriculum

Student-run blood pressure and pulse booth at all public events

(Hawthorne High School)

Academy Benefits: E xperience with a police department, fire department or law office Knowledge of the steps necessary to completing their career path Internships Explorer Program – HPD, LAPD, LASD, LA City Fire, LA County Fire

BCA Students: Studying Sea Urchin Fertilization Process BCA Students designed experiments to see what factors affect fertilization of sea urchin eggs. BCA Students are in the middle of an interdisciplinary project researching and learning about stem cell research, its process and implications. As a part of that project, they designed experiments in Ms. Morris' Biology class that explored how factors such as water temperature, salinity, and pH affect sea urchin egg fertilization.

Marine Science Academy (MSA)

Courses Offered:

Courses Offered:

Introduction to Media Arts D rawing and Digital Art 3-D Design Digital Journalism 1 Digital Journalism 2 Digital Film Production 1 Digital Film Production 2

ceanography O Introduction to Marine Science Careers Marine Microbiology Hydrology and Aquaculture/Marine Biotechnology

(Leuzinger High School)

Academy Benefits: MCA class of 2009 students were accepted to prestigious universities and art schools such as the Art Institute, Cal State Long Beach, and UCLA. MCA students gain extensive experience in Adobe CS3 and Final Cut Pro, which provides them with opportunities in multimedia and entertainment-based careers such as graphic design, animation, and film and television.

(Lawndale High School)

Academy Benefits:

To gain technological expertise.

To develop teamwork and collaboration skills.

To gain work place experience in marine science fields.

To develop an awareness of community resources and how to avail to them.

To increase education and career opportunities.

“I graduated from Lawndale High with the Class of 2007. I received the Millenium Gates Scholarship and am currently a senior at Stanford University, majoring in Urban Studies with a focus in Urban Education. My love of education has brought me back to the district office every summer to work. I am grateful to all of my teachers who supported me in high school and who continue to support me today. I hope to one day work for the district office; if that means I am a teacher or the next Superintendent I don't know, but I want to give back to the community that has given me so much.�

Melinda Grant, Stanford University, Class of 2011 B.A. Candidate | Urban Studies-Urban Education Minor | African and African American Studies Sigma Theta Psi Multicultural Sorority | Delta Chapter EAST House (Education & Society Theme) | Academic Theme Associate

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Hawthorne High School is home to Team 207, the awardwinning, nationally recognized robotics team. Team 207 competes annually both locally and nationally in the FIRST Robotics Competitions (FIRST Robotics is a division of the FIRST Lego League and creates different challenges each year for teams to tackle). Team 207 has mentor engineers from Disney, Northrop-Grumman, El Camino College, and several other local agencies.

The team has gained recognition for their style, technical skills, and professionalism. Students will quickly learn that the math and physics content are both fun and rewarding when done while building their robot with their robotics teammates.

HIP (High School Involvement Program) Mattel and Northrop Grumman have collaborated with CVUHSD to implement the High School Involvement Program for Centinela Valley students for over 30 years. Mattel and Northrop Grumman provide the facilities for students to receive vocational training in this internship program.

HIP students are often offered jobs at the conclusion of their internship.

AVID (Advancement

Via Individual Determination) Designed to increase school wide learning and performance. AVID helps ensure that all capable students have the opportunity to complete a college preparatory path.

AVID encourages seniors and sophomores to meet with juniors and freshmen AVID students to help guide them through the high school process.

Credit Recovery Program – e2020 In February (second semester 2009-10), CVUHSD implemented a district-wide credit recovery program called e2020. At-risk seniors lacking enough credits to graduate were offered the unique opportunity to participate in this special program.

Parents and students are required to attend an information meeting and sign a contract which includes acceptable credit progress, student effort, behavior expectations, technology use, and attendance.

The program is offered at each comprehensive high school.

Students meet with their e2020 teacher for one 3-hour block. Students work at their own pace with the guidance of a specially-trained teacher who keeps track of their progress in individualized, online courses, interacts with students on lessons and assessment, provides one-on-one or small group instruction.

Cougar Academy

(Hawthorne)

Students participating in this academy receive special instruction in the core academic subjects delivered by instructors assigned to the Cougar Academy. Special attention is given to physical fitness and character growth achievements.

This innovative opportunity is being made available via a unique partnership between the Cougar Academy and another “school within a school” type program; the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program.

“I am the first person in my family to go on to college. My mother immigrated to the United States from Columbia in the 70’s. She never got an education, but always supported me and my sisters with whatever we needed. I believe that every single student has the capability of accomplishing a goal like I have and should put forth their best effort while in high school.”

Mario Botero, Hawthorne High School Cougar Academy Student

Leslie Montes a Leuzinger “Olympian”, on her way to Harvard University “I’m pretty excited about going to Harvard. I wouldn’t have gotten this far without all the help I got along the way. I’d like to thank my teachers for challenging me to do better, my counselors for answering my million questions, and my friends for believing in me and making the high school experience worthwhile. I guess it just goes to show that hard work and good karma does pay off.

I advise the younger students to party hard, but work harder.”

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