San Mateo Adult and Career Education prepares adults from diverse backgrounds and educational needs for success in college, career, and community engagement. Our programs provide equitable opportunities to access and acquire academic, workforce, life, and technology skills.
Fully accredited by the schools commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
• Students will set and meet academic, career and/or (individual) goals at any age.
• Students will gain knowledge and apply critical thinking skills to achieve their goals.
• Students will engage with, integrate and utilize technology.
The Equity and Anti-Bias Committee is searching for ways to support our school’s attempt to raise staff, teacher and student awareness regarding how race and other factors affect our behavior, thinking, curriculum and the environment at our school community. We are committed to open discussion, formulating a clear policy, providing resources and meaningful training to help all staff.
We are confident that the formulation and efforts of this committee will be an opportunity to communicate with one another and understand our own struggles and experiences surrounding bias. We are in this together. And together, we will all put our best efforts towards a common goal- to ensure that we treat others and that we are treated with the dignity and respect we each deserve.
Greetings and Welcome to our 2026 Summer Semester! At San Mateo Adult & Career Education (SMACE), we are committed to and pride ourselves on “preparing individuals from diverse backgrounds and educational needs for success in college, career and community engagement." Begin or continue your journey with us! Whether you want to learn English, study for the GED, become a phlebotomist, or go to college, the opportunities are endless. Sign up for classes and take that first step toward achieving your educational and career goals. Join SMACE and become part of our exciting school community! We are here and waiting to meet you!
Sincerely, Angela Taylor | Director
Through hands-on learning and extensive resources, San Mateo Adult & Career Education will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to advance your career in a high demand industry.
Start your future today!
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• Building Trades Math Prep Program
• CERT (Community Emergency Response Team Training)
• ESL City Government Academy
• Professional Communications
TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS, & FINANCE
• Healthcare Administration Assistant
• Clinical Medical Assistant Training Program
• Dispensing Optician Course
• EKG Technician Training (Morning & Evening offered)
• Computer Lab
• Google Basics
• Microsoft 365 Cloud Essentials
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel
Invest in yourself!
Take a class to launch a new career or climb the ladder in your current one.
• Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
• Home Health Aid
• Pharmacy Technician Training
• Phlebotomy Technician Program
• Business Entrepreneurship
• Intro to Accounting
• Quickbooks Comprehensive
SMACE offers motivated jobseekers with tools, support, and preparation for a suc cessful job search. Use our resources and benefit from individualized support to present your best self. Attend our recruit ment events where employers are inter ested in you! Prepare to meet your opportunity with confidence!
Career coaching
On-campus recruiting events
Access to exciting volunteer projects
Resume workshops, templates, and worksheets
On-campus office hours with workforce partners
Interview practice questions and one-on-one preparation
Database of regional recruiting events and online search engines ATTEND OUR NEXT CAREER FAIR!
Scan the QR code or click for jobseeker registration.
WHEN Thursday, May 12 at 11:30am-1:30pm WHERE SMACE Campus, on the Flagpole Quad
Our Career & Professional Development courses offer the knowledge required to advance in your career or gain the skills needed to give you an advantage when entering the workforce.
Enroll in the Professional Communications program and get the essential skills you need to thrive in any workplace environment. Students who successfully complete the program and pass the final exam will receive a certification in Professional Communications by Southwest Airlines, helping them to enter the workforce with an advantage.
Instructor: Lura Milner Professional Communications T, Th 5/12 - 7/8 9:00AM - 12:00PM M, W 5/12 - 7/8 5:30PM - 8:30PM
In Person, Room 42
Hybrid: Tuesday Class In Person in Room 43, Thursday Class Online
Instructor: Carlos Lazalde Parra
Building Trades Math Prep Program T, Th 5/11 - 7/9 6:00PM - 8:30PM
*A $20 registration fee is required to cover the cost of the workbook.
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team Training) T, Th Fall 2026 8:30AM - 12:30PM
In Person, Venus/Saturn
Instructor: CERTs - Jim Yoke
Instructor: Patricia Brown ESL City Government Academy Th Spring 2027 8:30AM - 12:30PM
In Person
The skills learnt in this class will prepare students for entry level jobs such as hospital and medical office receptionists as well as provide a strong foundation for certification programs; Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, EKG technician programs and more. This course is an excellent way to explore the medical field and explore the requirements for various healthcare job opportunities.
Our healthcare programs offer certifications and hands-on training in high-demand health and medical careers.
In Person, Room 42
Instructor: Heidi Carmen Home Health Aide
T, Th 5/19 - 6/23 6:00PM - 9:00PM
*This class has a $29 enrollment fee.
Instructor: Heidi Carmen Clinical Medical Assistant Training Program M, W 6:00PM - 9:30PM Online Sa 9:00AM - 4:30PM Lab
Hybrid: Online & In-Person Labs
Dates: Fall 2026
(13 In-Person Lab Days: 7 on Wed & 6 on Sat)
*Payment plans and scholarships available.
Ready to get Started?
Scan the QR code or click to learn more about our Healthcare Education classes.
Hybrid: Online & In Person
Instructor: Garcia/Tolentino T, Th Fall 2026 6:00PM - 8:45PM
Dispensing Optician Training (6 In-Person Lab Days)
Online
“I started with the Intro to Healthcare Basics which gave me a strong start and confidence to take the Clinical Medical Assistant Program. It’s never too late…no matter how old you are. My life changed at San Mateo Adult School.”
- Patricia U.
Healthcare
Administrative Assistant
In Person, Room 42
Instructor: Patel/Milner
T, Th Fall 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
*This class has a $29 enrollment fee.
Dates: TBD*
Instructor: CalRegional EKG Technician Training (Mornings & Evenings) M, W 8:30AM - 12:30PM Mornings M, W 5:30PM - 9:30PM Evenings
*Please visit the website for additional dates. Payment plans and scholarships available.
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
Online
Instructor: Reed/Miles T, Th 4/14 - 9/3 6:00PM - 7:30PM
*Payment plans and scholarships available.
Pharmacy Technician Training Program 4/7 - 8/29
Online
Instructor: Career Training Solution
T 6:00PM - 9:30PM 9:00AM - 12:30PM M, Th Fall 2026 6:00PM - 9:30PM
*Payment plans and scholarships available.
Instructor: CalRegional Phlebotomy Technician Program
SMACE in Rm 41; Labs will be held offsite at a Cal Regional lab site
M-Th 2/2 - 3/16 5:30PM - 9:30PM Sat Fall 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F 4/6 - 5/19 8:00AM - 5:00PM
*Location is at GCC Lab
**Payment plans and scholarships available.
SMART Center, Mercury
Instructor: Dimon Computer Lab M, W, Th 5/11 - 7/9 12:30PM - 3:30PM
Hybrid: Online, San Mateo Adult and Career Education Instructor: Milner Business Entrepreneurship M, T Fall 2026 5:30PM - 8:30PM FREE
SMART Center, Mercury
Instructor: Dimon Google Basics
Th 5/12 - 7/8 12:30PM - 3:30PM
5/14 - 7/9 8:30AM - 12:30PM
Microsoft Office 365 Cloud Essentials
Hybrid: Online, In Person at SMART Center, Mercury
Instructor: Dimon M, W 5/11 - 7/8 5:30PM - 9:00PM
*This class has a $49 enrollment fee.
Instructor: Dimon Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel T, Th 5/12 - 7/9 5:30PM - 9:00PM
SMART Center, Mercury
*This class has a $99 enrollment fee.
WE OFFER TYPING
Online
Instructor: TBD
Intro to Accounting M, W Fall 2026 5:30PM - 8:30PM
*This class has a $49 enrollment fee.
Hybrid: Online, In Person at Mercury in Smart Center
Instructor: TBD Quickbooks Comprehensive T, Th 5/12 - 7/9 5:30PM - 8:30PM
*This class has a $49 enrollment fee.
Typing tests and certificates for employment and personal purposes are available for a fee of $20. For appointments or questions, please contact SMAS_CTEinfo@smuhsd.org. Walk-in hours are Wednesday or Thursday, 12:30 - 2:30pm.
Community Classes are meant to encourage skill development and socialization. Courses are open to adults of all ages.
• Drawing for Beginners, Level 1*
APPLIED ARTS & MUSIC
• Drawing for Beginners, Level 2*
• West Bay Community Band*
*These classes are also part of our Community Classes.
• Spanish Level 2 - Online
• Conversational Italian Level 1Online (Returns Fall 2026)
• Conversational Italian Level 1In Person (Returns Fall 2026)
Instructor: Matt Crane Drawing for Beginners, Level 1* Th 5/14 - 7/2 3:30PM - 5:30PM
SMACE, Rm. Neptune
Fee: $120
Want to learn more about these courses? Visit SanMateoAdultEd.org to read class descriptions and register.
• Conversational Italian Level 3Online (Starts Fall 2026)
Instructor: Matt Crane Drawing for Beginners, Level 2* Th 5/14 - 7/2 1:00PM - 3:00PM
SMACE, Rm. Neptune
Fee: $120
Drawing is a vital skill that is the foundation of visual arts and a powerful means of personal expression. We place a strong emphasis on developing your unique voice and personal expression. Email acheng@smuhsd.org for a materials list.
Instructor: Washburn West Bay Community Band* M 5/4 - 7/6 6:00PM - 8:00PM No class 5/25
In Person, San Mateo High School
Fee: $140
Conversational Italian Level 1 (Returning Fall 2026)
Online & In Person at Foster City Community Center
Instructor: Tiziana Balestra
Fee: $225
9/14 - 12/14 9/14 - 12/14 M M 6:30PM - 8:30PM 10:00AM -12:00PM
Conversational Italian Level 2 (Returning Fall 2026)
Online & In Person at Foster City Community Center
Instructor: Tiziana Balestra
Fee: $225
9/17 - 12/17 9/17 - 12/17 Th Th 6:30PM - 8:30PM 9:00AM - 11:00PM
Conversational Italian Level 3 (Starts Fall 2026)
In Person at Foster City Community Center
Instructor: Tiziana Balestra
Fee: $225
In Person 9/16 - 12/16 W 9:00AM - 11:00PM
Instructor: Mary Weng Spanish Level 1 - Online W 5/6 - 7/8 4:00PM - 5:30PM Fee: $170
Instructor: Mary Weng Spanish Level 2 - Online F 5/8 - 7/10 12:30PM - 2:00PM Fee: $170
These are classes for adults age 50+ and designed to encourage the pursuit of knowledge through lifelong learning. Develop a passion for painting, learn how to draw, improve your fitness, write a memoir, and more!
• Drawing for Beginners, Level 1*
• Drawing for Beginners, Level 2*
• Fundamentals of Fine Art
• Fall Prevention 1
• Fall Prevention 2
• Tai Chi: For BeginnersIn Person, Millibrae
• Tai Chi: For BeginnersIn Person, Foster City
• Small Group Tai Chi: Advanced
• Writing: Memoirs & Stories
• Current Events
Scan the QR code or click to view more class details and enroll today. Try something new!
• Watercolor Painting (5 weeks)
• West Bay Community Band* *These classes are also part of our Community Classes.
• Small Group Tai Chi: For Better Balance
• Yoga for Health - In Person, San Bruno
• Yoga for Health - In Person, Foster City
• Online Yoga: A Gentle Effective Practice
• Small Group Yoga
• Pilates & Yoga Fusion
Enhance your art skills in drawing and painting! Class sizes are kept small so each student receives personal instruction.
Through a supportive mix of instructor demonstrations and personalized student practice, learn the fundamentals of art! Register for a drawing or a watercolor painting class today!
*Classes marked with an asterisk are also part of our Community Classes.
Instructor: Matt Crane Drawing for Beginners, Level 1*
SMACE, Rm. Neptune
Fee: $120
Th 5/14 - 7/2 3:30PM - 5:30PM
Through a supportive mix of instructor demonstrations and personalized student practice, you'll quickly learn practical skills in a small class setting, ensuring you receive one-on-one instruction. Ready to get started? Email: acheng@smuhsd.org for a materials list.
Drawing for Beginners, Level 2*
SMACE, Rm. Neptune
Instructor: Matt Crane
Fee: $120
Th 5/14 - 7/2 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Fundamentals of Fine Art T 4/7 - 6/30 12:30PM - 2:30PM W 4/8 - 7/1 12:30PM - 2:30PM
SMACE, Rm. Neptune
Instructor: Julie Paladino
Fee: $150 No class 4/28, 4/29
San Mateo Senior Center
Instructor: Matt Crane Watercolor Painting (5 weeks)
Fee: $172 Th 6/11 - 7/9 9:30AM - 12:00PM No class 5/7
Th 4/23 - 6/4 9:30AM - 12:00PM
If you’ve been itching to play again, come join the West Bay Community Band! Our band has over 40 fun-loving musicians who enjoy playing music of all styles and appreciate being part of an ensemble. For more information, contact Erinn Washburn at erinnwashburnschool@ gmail.com.
These classes provide opportunities to optimize physical and mental fitness, helping to improve your functional balance and overall agility.
Millbrae Rec Center, Senior Gym
Instructor: Jeri McGovern Fall Prevention 1 T 4/14 - 5/19 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Fee: $65 No class 4/28
Instructor: Jeri McGovern Fall Prevention 2 T 6/2 - 6/30 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Millbrae Rec Center, Senior Gym
Fee: $65
In Person, San Mateo High School
Fee: $140
Instructor: Washburn West Bay Community Band* M 5/4 - 7/6 6:00PM - 8:00PM No class 5/25
Millbrae Rec Center, Fitness Gym
Instructor: Debbie Au W 5/6 - 7/15 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Fee: $85
Instructor: Debbie Au Tai Chi: For BeginnersIn Person, Foster City Th 5/7 - 7/16 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Foster City Community Center
Fee: $85
Small Group Tai Chi: Advanced
Foster City Community Center, Starboard Rm
Instructor: Debbie Au
Fee: $137
Th 5/7 - 7/16 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Small Group Tai Chi: For Better Balance
In Person, Foster City Community Center
Instructor: Debbie Au
Fee: $75
Th 5/7 - 6/4 10:15AM - 11:15AM
Th 6/11 - 7/9 10:15AM - 11:15AM
A Guest Pass is a great way to sample a class before enrolling in it! Guest Passes can be used for most Health and Fitness classes and can be purchased for $12 from the instructor or online. TRY OUT A HEALTH & FITNESS CLASS WITH A GUEST PASS
Scan the QR code or click to purchase a Guest Pass for yourself or a friend! Purchase A Guest Pass Today!
Improve your balance, flexibility, and agility with a small group Tai Chi class. Learn and practice movements designed to enhance stability, increase joint mobility, and improve coordination.
”As 79-year-old, I was seeking physical activity and social connection, and the Tai Chi For Beginners class provided just that. The confidence I’ve gained from improved balance has greatly enhanced my daily life. I look forward to each session and the opportunity to make new friends.”
- Peggy L.
Yoga for HealthIn Person, San Bruno
San Bruno Senior Center
Instructor: Daniela Scott
Fee: $85 Th 5/7 - 7/16 10:15AM - 11:15AM
Yoga for HealthIn Person, Foster City
Foster City Community Center, Port Rm.
Instructor: Juliet Martine
Fee: $85, $55 Online
Instructor: Juliet Martine Online Yoga: A Gentle Effective Practice
5/4 - 7/13 10:30AM - 11:30AM
5/25
T 5/5 - 7/14 10:30AM - 11:30AM Scott
Instructor: Daniela Scott Th 5/7 - 7/16 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Fee: $85 In Person, San Bruno Senior Center
Instructor: Juliet Martine Small Group Yoga M 5/4 - 7/13 4:00PM - 5:00PM No class 5/25
Fee: $85
San Bruno Senior Center
Instructor: Juliet Martine Pilates & Yoga Fusion
Fee: $85
5/4 - 7/13 2:30PM - 3:30PM No class 5/25
This is a small intimate online class. Get all the tips, support, and encouragement you need to explore the art of writing.
Instructor: Judi Leff
Writing: Memoirs and Stories F 5/8 - 7/17 10:00AM - 12:00PM Fee: $112 No class 6/19, 7/3
The pursuit of knowledge through life-long learning has wonderful benefits, such as:
• Keeps your mind sharp
• Improves memory
• Increases self-confidence
• Offers an inexpensive way to try something new
• Saves money as you learn to do it yourself
• Gives you a feeling of accomplishment
• Helps you meet people who share your interests
• Builds on skills you already have
• Offers an opportunity to learn a new skill or trade and increase your income
• Gives you a new interest that you can share with family and friends
Having a High School Diploma or GED opens up a world of opportunities that may otherwise be unavailable to people who haven’t finished high school or a high school equivalent.
Let us help you take that first step toward earning your diploma or GED!
With a high school diploma or GED, you can:
Increase job opportunities
Help you prepare for better career opportunities
Prepare you for community college
Qualify you for financial aid to further your education
Scan the QR code or click to learn more and enroll today! CLICK
“SMACE provides a sense of community and belonging. Through class lessons and school activities, students develop skills and abilities to be productive and successful.”
-Katherine G.
We offer quality teacher-led instruction and independent study options across programs, the majority of which are open entry. Get ready to start your future today!
The Adult Learning Center at San Mateo Adult & Career Education provides the opportunity for adult students to earn credits toward a high school diploma. Instruction is individualized, so each student works on the specific courses he or she needs. Courses are textbook and computer-based. Teachers are always available to work one-on-one with students. Goal setting, skill building, and career and life planning are incorporated into the classes.
To enroll in the High School Diploma Program, you must first attend a mandatory orientation session. Please bring an official copy of your most recent high school transcript to the orientation or email your transcripts to Carlota Zuniga czuniga@smuhsd.org. (Contact the registrar at your most recently attended high school to request an official transcript.)
Still have questions? Scan the QR code or click to visit our website and see FAQ.
HSD/GED orientation sessions are in the mornings or evenings at San Mateo Adult & Career Education, offered in English and Spanish. Students should plan to attend the session that corresponds to the time they are planning to attend classes. Check SanMateoAdultEd.org for dates and times.
For more information, please call or email Carlota Zuniga at (650) 558-2116 or czuniga@smuhsd.org.
We recommend our GED program to students who need more than 30 credits. They will complete classwork and GED practice tests to prepare for the official GED exams. We’re also excited to offer GED in Spanish classes!
(In Person)
6:30PM-9:00PM
Our preparation classes will get you ready to take your GED. They cover the 4 subjects on the test, which are broken into separate exams: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science & Social Studies. You’ll take one test at a time
San Mateo Adult and Career Education's FREE ESL classes teach English vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, writing, and technical skills.
• ESL All-Skills Classes
• ESL Listening/Speaking Classes
• ESL Computer Lab
• Reading Improvement
• Citizenship
• Writing
• Pronunciation
“SMACE is more than a school—it’s a Student Voices
In-person registration takes two days and you must attend both days. You’ll need a Gmail account to register.
• 50 Students will be selected by lottery to register.
• The lottery starts at 8:45AM and 5:45PM.
• Don’t be late! (No need to arrive more than 15 minutes early.)
Visit our website to view registration dates.
If you attended an ESL class between 2017 and Fall 2025 and want to return, please email your name, date of birth and your preference for a morning or evening class to SMAS_ESLinfo@smuhsd.org and we will contact you with information about registration.
Short Bio: I’m from Panama and have been living in San Mateo California since February 2019.
I have been part of the SMACE family since March 2019 when I first enrolled in the High Advanced Listening & Speaking class. Soon after, I became actively involved in school activities as a Student Ambassador, volunteered at the Smart Center, and also dedicated my time as a volunteer at the Emergency Department at Sutter Hospital in Burlingame.
SMACE opened a world of opportunities for me, allowing me to gain valuable real-world experience in the U.S. Seven months ago, I was honored to be selected as the English Learner Specialist. In this role, I am now an integral part of the new student registration process. I work closely with both students and teachers, working to ensure a smooth and supportive learning experience.
SMACE provides newcomers with a sense of community and belonging. Through classes
San Mateo Adult & Career Education
789 E Poplar Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
Central Park Recreation Center
50 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
Belle Air Elementary School
450 3rd Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066
Foster City Community Center
1000 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
Foster City Recreation Center
650 Shell Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
San Mateo High School 506 N. Delaware St., San Mateo, CA 94401
Millbrae Recreation Center 477 Lincoln Circle, Millbrae, CA 94030
San Bruno Senior Center 1555 Crystal Springs Rd, San Bruno, CA 94066
San Mateo Senior Center 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403
Experience democracy in action by joining our Student Council, where your voice matters. As a member of the Student Council, you'll collabo rate with peers to address student concerns, plan engaging events, and enact positive change within our school community. Elevate your leadership potential and leave a lasting legacy as a representative of your fellow students.
The Navigator NewsBlast is your compass to navigate through the sea of opportunities and resources available at SMACE. Your journey towards personal and professional development starts here with the Navigator NewsBlast!
