NLMAS n.o.t.e.s.

Dear NLMAS Students,

How fast time flies when you're having fun! We've had a full and engaging month of February and we are now in the full swing of March. Spring Session I classes are about to come to an end on March 15th with new classes starting on March 18th. I hope you take every opportunity to train and acquire the skills for your next steps. From ESL and High School Diploma classes to Career Training, I encourage you to explore the array of offerings here at NLMAS. Please take note of the calendar below and the special notes from the various departments. Let's make this month a celebration of growth and learning as you also enjoy the beginning of spring. As always, thank you for being an integral part of our inspiring Adult School community.

Warm regards,

Mindy Chung

Director of Adult Education

March 15 - End of Spring Session I

March 18 - Spring Session II Begins

March 27 - Possible Grad Meeting, 7 pm

March 28 - Minimum Day (Classes end by 12:30 pm)

March 29 - April 5th - Spring Recess (All Sites Closed)

April 7-13 - Adult Education Week!

May 1 - CTE Awareness Day/Blood Drive

NLMUSD schools have new websites! The official website address is nlmas.nlmusd.org. Please be patient with us as we build our pages.

Students in ESL classes at NLMAS are not just learning English but also computer basics skills such the fundamentals of Gmail, Google Drive and Docs. Through interactive exercises and hands-on practice, they're building confidence and proficiency in navigating these essential tools for academic and professional success. Teachers in ESL classes are also fostering student emotional awareness and self-expression through creative Social Emotional Learning activities geared for adult learners. Recently, students in ESL 3 engaged in a unique SEL activity by expressing themselves through painting. The vibrant colors on their canvases reflect the diversity of their experiences and emotions, creating a supportive environment for personal growth and connection.

Congratulations to our most recent High School Equivalency graduate Lynel Querijero! 🎉🎉🎉 Lynel completed the HSE preparation classes with Mr. Contreras and has passed all sections of the HiSET Exam to receive her High School Equivalency Certificate.

She is now in the process of getting hired by our NLMUSD to be a Substitute Paraeducator!

Way to go Lynel!

Discover the sparks of opportunity in welding! As technology continues to advance, skilled welders remain in high demand across various industries, from aerospace to automotive. Embrace the fusion of creativity and precision, and enroll in welding classes today to ignite your career prospects for the future!

Meet the two latest students to receive their AWS certification (pictured above)! One student received a $5 per hour raise for having the certification.

Spring Session II classes start March 18th. Please stop by the Counseling Office to enroll in your next high school diploma or equivalency class. You can start anytime. We have flexible classes that you can progress at your own pace and teacher directed classes with the individualized support you need to succeed. All high school diploma classes are free for adult learners!

Possible Graduation Meeting is coming up on March 27th!

Graduation Date: June 4th, 2024!

See steps and deadlines below!

NLMAS teachers participated in a special OTAN led technology inservice on AI and Chat GPT in Adult Education. Teachers received valuable training and information on utilizing the tools of today to both enhance their own skills and train our students for the workplace of the future.

What’s Next?

Each day is an opportunity for each one of us to reignite the fire and passion within to work towards reinventing ourselves into the people we imagine. In simple terms, we are traveling the road to better, and our assignment is to be better by becoming better (nicer) people, being better neighbors, better in pursuing our educational and career goals, better in our friendships and relationships, better in taking care of ourselves and family, and better in enjoying our lives to the fullest each day.

Our job is to get better every day, so what’s next?

What area in your life would you like to elevate and move to the next level of better? (Be honest)

_____ Physical Health

_____ Exercise

_____ Healthier Meals

_____ Increase Water Intake

_____ Sleeping More

_____ Personal Relationships

_____ Career/Education

_____ Finances

_____ Spirituality

_____ Recreation/Hobbies

_____ Community

_____ Home/Family

_____ Personal Development

_____ Reducing Stress/Anxiety

_____ Work/Life Balance

_____ Managing Anger/Over-reacting

_____ Other

So, I ask you, what’s next?

The first step to better is acknowledging that there is a need for better in specific area/s in your life. The second step is designing an action plan with specific details including what you will do and when. In making your personal action plan, you may need to do some research, seek help from a professional or a certified life coach. Guess what? It’s okay to say, “I need to get better!” The truth is that we all need to get better in one or two areas in our lives.

Now that you know that you can and will be better, what’s next for you? The answer is taking time for honest reflection, identifying areas for improvement in your life, designing your personal action plan and finally, applying your plan. ( R.I.D.A.) Do it today, my friend!

My Action Plan

What will I do? When will I do it?

Area:

1. Enjoying life more

1. Get a new hobby: golf

2. Visit a new tourist place in surrounding cities

3. Dance again

1. Golf once a week starting Saturday

2. Once a month on the weekends starting this weekend

3. Find a weekly dance class this week

The great news is that a better you is on the way! Congratulations!!

Email: NLMASinfo@nlmusd.k12.ca.us
Website: nlmas.org
Location: 15711 Pioneer Boulevard, Norwalk, CA, USA
Phone: (562) 210-3990
Twitter: @NLMAdultSchool