Ricardo’s Journey to Graduation

I remember how I used to walk past Sequoia Adult School almost every day when I took my oldest child to school, and I would tell myself, “One day, I’ll take English classes here.” At that time, I couldn’t enroll

Lynne joined South San Francisco Adult School in fall 2024 with a clear goal: to earn her high school equivalency. In just one semester, she successfully passed four of the five HiSET subtests. Although math posed a significant challenge, Lynne

Ricardo Montalov proves that it’s never too late to learn. As an older adult navigating a world of smart devices and constant technological change, he once felt overwhelmed by how fast everything evolved. But with determination and the support of

During spring 2018, Basilio started attending La Costa Adult School to learn English. After one semester, he transferred to the College of San Mateo (CSM), and after attending the college for about a year, he has decided on two potential

Congratulations to Kathy Guardia, a former student of San Mateo Adult & Career Education, on her well-earned promotion to English Learner Specialist! Her journey is a testament to hard work, dedication, and continuous growth. Wishing her continued success in this

After a challenging start in life and leaving school at a young age, James Robie built a successful career in construction, even starting his own contracting business at 22. Yet, the regret of not finishing high school lingered. With the