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PErmit No. 447

Burbank Adult School3811 W. Allan Ave. Burbank CA 91505

ECrWSSresidential Customer

HigH ScHool Diploma/EQUiValENcY prEparatioN

academic counseling ServicesStudents must meet with a counselor to register for academic classes. Please bring transcripts for every school or program attended (this includes transcripts from other countries) to this meeting. Academic Counseling Office Hours (Beginning January 4, 2016): Telephone: (818) 558-5384monday - thursday 9 am - 1 pm monday - thursday 4:15 pm - 8:30 pm

college and career counseling ServicesDid you know? Burbank adult School offers frEE College & Career transition services to all High School Diploma and Equivalency graduates! See counselors for details! College and Career Counseling Office Hours (Beginning January 4, 2016): Telephone: (818) 558-5384monday - thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm (closed from 1 pm - 1:30 pm) tuesday - thursday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

graduation requirementsamerican government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 creditsBiological and Physical Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 creditsEconomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 creditsElectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 creditsEnglish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 creditsfine arts/foreign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 creditsmathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 creditsPractical arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 creditsUnited States History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 creditsWorld History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 creditsToTAl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 credits

In addition to the above requirements, students must also complete CASAS Assessments.

learning center classes (18 weeks, 01/04/16 - 05/13/16)Study for your high school diplo-ma or high school equivalency at your own pace! the Learn-ing Center offers students all the courses that are required for graduation. Students must see a counselor prior to enrolling in the Learning Center.The learning Center offers three 6-week blocks per semester:Block 1: January 4 - february 11 Block 2: february 16 - april 1Block 3: april 4 - may 13 Learning Center Class hours:020111 monday-friday 8:30 am - 10:30 am a109 meza020112 monday-friday 10:45 am - 12:45 pm a109 Chow020113 monday-thursday 3:00 pm - 5:45 pm a109 Chow/Johnson020114 monday-thursday 6:00 pm - 8:45 pm a109 Johnson/Vehuni

teacher Directed test preparation classes (18 weeks, 01/11/16 - 05/20/16)Test Preparation: Pre-GED 023501 m - th 8:30 am - 10:30 am BaS/C302 Chow 020401 m - th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm BaS/C302 StaffHiSET Preparation 023601 t & th 8:30 am - 10:30 am BaS/D400 Corral 023602 t & th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm BaS/D401 StaffPower GED Preparation 021202 m, W, f 8:30 am - 10:30 am BaS/D400 Corral 021201 t, W, th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm BaS/H801 Corral

adult Basic Education reading & mathematics classes (18 weeks, 01/04/16 - 05/12/16)

Adult Basic Education offers two 9-week blocks per semester:Classes are open for new enrollments during the first 2 weeks of every block.Block 1: January 4 - march 3 Block 2: march 7 - may 12

English Language Arts/Reading/Writing & Grammar 010111 m - th 8:30 am - 10:30 am BaS/C301 Johnson 010114 m & W 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm BaS/C301 rodneyMathematics 010115 m - th 10:45 am - 12:15 pm BaS/C301 Desai 010113 t & th 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm BaS/C301 Carter

apEX online High School Subjects - grade improvement Fee: $149 (BUSD students) / $199 (Non-BUSD students) Session 1: 01/04/16 - 03/03/16 (Enrollment January 4 - January 22) 022600 m - th 3:00 pm - 5:45 pm BaS/f600 Chow/Johnson NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS: Wednesday 1/6 or thursday 1/7 at 4 pmSession 2: 03/07/16 - 05/12/16 (Enrollment January 25 - april 1) 022601 m - th 3:00 pm - 5:45 pm BaS/f600 Chow/Johnson NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS: Wednesday 3/9 or thursday 3/10 at 4 pm this voluntary program is for concurrently enrolled high school students. Students eligible for this program are those who have earned a grade of “C” or “D” in a course and want to improve their grades for college admission or raise their gPa. Curriculum used is apex Learning online High School. registration paperwork may be found at www.burbankusd.org/bas and should be completed by student, high school counselor, and parent. APEX is not an NCAA approved program of instruction. Potential NCAA Division 1 student-ath-letes should first consult with their high school counselor before enrolling in this program.

acaDEmic DEpartmENt

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES SPRING 2016

HigH ScHool EQUiValENcY tEStiNg

High School Equivalency testingThe High School Equivalency testing has changed! the Burbank adult School (BaS) is an approved gED and HiSEt testing site. test registration, including payment, will be completed online only at the gED/HiSEt testing Service websites.For more information about the test or scheduling, please visit the official GED website at https://ged.com/ and/or the official HiSET website at http://hiset.ets.org/test_takers.• GED Students must register online at https://ged.com/ or via telephone at

1-877-392-6433. • HiSET students must register online at www.hiset.org or via telephone at

1-855-my-HiSEt (694-4738).

Burbank Adult SchoolBurbank Adult SchoolWelcome to the Spring Semester! Online registration opens on December 14, 2015.Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the Adult School Open House scheduled on January 27, 2016.

(818) 558-4611 3811 W. allan ave., Burbank, ca 91505 like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/burbankadultschool

Have scheduling problems? Ask about online classes!

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carEEr tEcHNical EDUcatioN (ctE) traiNiNg

HEaltH occUpatioNSPre-Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) fee: $895 + textbooks(16 weeks, 01/19/16-05/17/16; no class on: 02/15/16 and 03/21/16-03/24/16) Mandatory Orientation: Friday, 01/08/16 at 9 am. 062703 m - th 8:45 am-1 pm BaS/B203 zimmerman attendance at orientation required. this course will prepare the student for em-ployment in a skilled nursing facility or other long-term hospital facility. includes resident care, nutrition, rehabilitation and emergency care. graduates will be pre-pared to take the state competency examination for CNa. you are required to push, pull, stand, sit and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Students must have a social se-curity card and photo ID. Students must demonstrate proficiency in written and ver-bal English. fee includes required uniform, equipment and clinical (hospital) training. (average annual Salary: $19,200) Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

medical terminology fee: $189 + textbook(14 weeks, 02/01/16-05/16/16; no class on: 02/15/16, 03/21/16 & 03/23/16) 069401 m & W 1:30 pm-4:30 pm BaS/H805 Levein Learn medical language, terms and abbreviations associated with the human body systems that are necessary for persons entering medical office occupations. this course is a prerequisite for the medical Billing and Coding program and strongly recommended for all students considering a career in healthcare. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

administrative medical assisting fee: $189 + textbook(14 weeks, 02/02/16-05/12/16; no class on: 03/22/16 & 03/24/16) 069102 t & th 5:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/H805 Levein Learn to be a medical office professional. This class teaches the skills neces-sary to work in and run a medical front office. These skills include: schedul-ing appointments, communicating with the pharmacy and with patients, filing and handling medical records. medical terminology may be taken concurrently. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

medical Billing and coding fee: $189 + textbook(14 weeks, 02/01/16-05/16/16; no class on 02/15/16, 03/21/16 & 03/23/16) 069501 m & W 5:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/H805 Levein Learn medical billing using iCD-10, CPt and HCPCS codes to complete the CmS-1500 forms. Students will translate doctors’ diagnoses and procedures into accurate medical codes in order for insurance companies to reimburse providers for services rendered. Hands-on exercises using medisoft patient accounting database. Due to the intensive nature of this course, most students may need two semesters to complete all course material. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

carDiopUlmoNarY rESUScitatioN (cpr) coUrSES

cpr/First aid - child, infant & adult (02/02/16 & 02/03/16) fee: $49 090901 t & W 6 pm-9 pm JmS/Library Quayle Jordan middle School (Library) **Entrance on oak Street near mariposa Street.

cpr/First aid - child, infant & adult (03/02/16 & 03/09/16) fee: $49 090902 Wednesday 6 pm-9 pm JmS/Library Quayle Jordan middle School (Library) **Entrance on oak Street near mariposa Street.

compUtEr coUrSES

Digital grapHic/WEB DESigN coUrSES LEarN more to EarN more! Complete the training you need to begin a career in graphic/web design. Complete the following courses within one year to receive a certificate of program completion from the Burbank adult School. (average Salary: $37,000) Classes are currently offered during fall and spring terms: Digital DESigN cErtiFicatE Intro to Adobe Creative Suite 6

(6 weeks) Photoshop (12 weeks) Web Animation (6 weeks)

introduction to adobe creative Suite 6 (6 weeks, 02/01/16-03/14/16; no class on 02/15/16) fee: $109 068201 monday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Carter get an overview of the adobe Design Premium Suite (CS6): inDesign, Photoshop, illustrator, flash, Dreamweaver and support software.

photoshop (12 weeks, 02/10/16-05/14/16; no class on 03/23/16) fee: $199 066501 Wednesday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Suarez Learn Photoshop from the photographer’s perspective. get up and running with a work-flow that optimizes and enhances the quality of your photos, including retouching and compositing. *this course will use online video tutorials from www.Lynda.com at no ad-ditional cost to students. Instructor will provide additional details the first night of class. Students should have access to Photoshop CS5 or later at home in order to practice and complete homework assignments. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Web animation with adobe Flash(6 weeks, 03/28/16-05/02/16) fee: $109 068402 monday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Carter 95% of all internet users access flash animation on a daily basis. Learn how you can use this fun and fascinating program to jazz up your online world. Whether you’re interested in building a website or creating cartoons, flash is a fun and powerful tool.

photography and photoshop integration (6 weeks, 02/11/16-03/17/16) fee: $79 066300 thursday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f600 Sheetz(6 weeks, 03/31/16-05/05/16) fee: $79 066301 thursday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f600 Sheetz Students will learn digital camera function and how to use adobe Photoshop to produce photo effects and print-ready files. Class will schedule one field trip on week 3 (TBA). Note: Students please bring your cameras on the first night.

compUtEr applicatioNS

i’m a Beginner! (12 weeks, 02/06/16-05/07/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) fee: $89 060201 Saturday 9 am-10:30 am BaS/f602 House this course is for absolute beginners to personal computers (PC’s). Learn the basics of the MS Windows 7 operating system, creating/saving files, applications, computer terminology, working with email and attachments, etc.

Keyboarding and Basic mS Word (12 weeks, 02/06/16-05/07/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) fee: $89 060301 Saturday 10:45 am-12:15 pm BaS/f602 House improve your computer typing skills while also learning the essentials of creating mS Word documents (e.g., letters, résumés, schedules, etc.)

pc Essentials/Basic computers (6 weeks, 02/01/16-03/14/16; no class on 02/15/16) fee: $89 + textbook 067500 m & W 9 am-12 pm BaS/f602 House (6 weeks, 04/04/16-05/11/16) fee: $89 + textbook 067501 m & W 9 am-12 pm BaS/f602 House this course is designed to meet the needs of those who know the very basics of the computer and want to continue to grow in how to use the computer with ease. the class will delve into the fundamentals of using the Windows oS operating system, how to effectively surf the web, and highlight Microsoft Office 2013 programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Prerequisite: Ability to turn computer on/off and login. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

(Pre-registration is required for all classes. A minimum of 10 students must be enrolled by 1 business day prior to the scheduled start date or the class will be cancelled.)

tEll US YoUr ctE SUccESS StorY Please email us at: BaS@BUrBaNKUSD.org

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carEEr tEcHNical EDUcatioN (ctE) traiNiNg Learn the skills for today’s economy!microsoft computer applications(6 weeks, 02/01/16-03/14/16; no class on 02/15/16) fee: $89 064703 m & W 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f600 Ploos(6 weeks, 04/04/16-05/11/16) fee: $89 064705 m & W 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f600 Ploos the programs with which most employers expect job applicants to be familiar are mi-crosoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. This course is designed to increase proficiency in the use of those applications. at completion of this course, students should be able to prepare documents using Microsoft Office 2013 word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Excel level 1 (6 weeks, 02/04/16-03/10/16) fee: $99 064400 thursday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Ploos this course will cover the essential features of microsoft Excel, so that students will be proficient in Microsoft Excel for personal and/or office use. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Excel level 2 (6 weeks, 03/31/16-05/05/16) fee: $99 064514 thursday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Ploos this course covers the more advanced features of microsoft Excel, so that students will be proficient in microsoft Excel for personal and/or office use. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Microsoft Office for Business (12 weeks, 02/02/16-04/28/16; no class on 03/22/16 & 03/24/16) fee: $119 064101 t & th 9 am-12 pm BaS/f602 House this course is for students who can easily operate in the computer basics but want to sharpen their skills in using the computer for business. By taking this class, you will increase your proficiency for business and productivity by developing advanced skills in Microsoft Office 2013 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

introduction to accounting with QuickBooks (12 weeks, 02/02/16-04/26/16; no class on 03/22/16) fee: $99 066701 tuesday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f602 Ploos this is an introductory accounting class using basic accounting principles with the help of QuickBooks. QuickBooks is a computerized accounting program for small business use to assist in managing a business’ financial cycle. Your business can utilize the QuickBooks program to enter daily business transactions, print invoices, create purchase orders, and financial Statements for your accountant, etc. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

artS, mEDia & ENtErtaiNmENt

maKEUp aND FaSHioNprofessional cinema makeup fee: $425* (14 weeks, 02/01/16-05/16/16; no class on 02/15/16, 03/21/16, 03/22/16 & 03/24/16) 069301 m, t, th 6:15 pm-9:15 pm BaS/g702 Staff Students in this course will learn the fun-damental skills and training that will lead to becoming professional makeup art-ists. Students will begin with corrective makeup techniques and advance to fash-ion, print, film and television, as well as period makeup. Upon successful comple-tion of the course, students will be issued a certificate of completion. Advanced registration required. *Materials needed for this class are not included in the class fee and must be purchased by the student before the first day of class (approximate cost is between $599-$899). Please note that the materials needed for the class have to be from the approved ma-terials list available in the Adult School main office. Materials must be new, in packaging, and purchased by the first day of class. (average annual Salary: $42,000)

professional Hairstyling (12 weeks, 02/10/16-04/20/16; no class on 03/23/16) fee: $279* 060501 Wednesday 5:30 pm-9 pm BaS/g702 Staff Learn how to use basic hairstyling tools, products and work with synthetic and human hair of all differ-ent lengths and textures. Learn fashion hairstyles for runway, print, film and TV. We will also learn period hairstyling, braiding, up-do’s and the latest trends. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued a certificate of completion. *Materials needed for this class are not included in the registra-tion fee. Materials list is available at the Adult School main office at the time of registration. Items on list must be purchased by the student before the first day of class (approximate cost is $375).

grEEN carEErS!Eco-Friendly landscaping fee: $79(14 weeks, 01/30/16-05/14/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) 068701 Saturday 8:30 am-12:30 pm BaS/H801 Schroeder Learn how to plan and install residential landscapes with an emphasis on sus-tainable design concepts, irrigation, maintenance and repair. Students in this class will have the opportunity to work on a Community Demonstration garden project approved by the Burbank Water and Power (BWP). this project will be a model for Burbank residents to visit and learn about. (average annual Salary: $35,370)

iNFormatioN tEcHNologYcable and computer Networking (14 weeks, 02/06/16-05/21/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) fee: $159 068801 Saturday 8 am-3:30 pm BaS/f603 rivas Students will learn how to plan, wire, terminate, test and troubleshoot copper & fiber low voltage wiring systems: voice, data, video and UtP for connecting computers to the Internet and networking computers together. Network terminology, telephony, fiber optics, wireless router configuration and punch down will be covered. (average annual Salary: $39,459)

computer it tech Support technician fee: $189 (14 weeks, 02/01/16-05/16/16; no class on 02/15/16, 03/21/16 and 03/23/16) 065301 m & W 5:30 pm-9:15 pm BaS/f603 fischetto this is a comprehensive hands-on training curriculum designed to prepare students as it tech support specialists. the course utilizes structured lectures followed by related hands-on lab assignments. material from the a+ exam course objectives will be discussed. instruction includes an introduction to basic computer theory, installation of the hardware components of a computer system: motherboards, microprocessors, memory, hard drives, sound, video and wireless adapters. Course will also cover installation and maintenance of operating systems such as XP, Windows 7, Servers 2003, 2008, and 2012. Cloning and data recovery, antivirus and spyware will also be covered. required industry tech support skills in networking will be instructed: network basics, wiring, network equipment, connecting to a server and domain, and sharing resources. for more information, please contact the instructor at Burbankadulted@aol.com. (average annual Salary: $47,610)

Network technician – cisco Switching & Server 2008 (14 weeks, 02/02/16-05/12/16; no class on 03/22/16 & 03/24/16) fee: $189 065101 t & th 5:30 pm-9:15 pm BaS/f603 fischetto Hands-on training connecting computers and servers together, installing network equipment, and forming home, small business office, and enterprise networks. The course utilizes structured lectures followed by related hands-on lab assignments. in-struction includes: an introduction to the hardware components of networking, basic networking theory with transition to specific skills in Cisco switching, Local area Net-works, and Virtual Local Area networks (VLANS). Install and configure Server 2008 file, DHCP and WEB site services and work with Active Directory (AD). Configure and work with wireless access points and routers. Prepare for employment and the Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+ and ETA Certified Network Systems Technician ex-ams. for more information, please contact the instructor at Burbankadulted@aol.com (average annual Salary: $75,790)

coNStrUctioN traDESElectrical apprenticeship program (4 year program) Interested in a position in the electrical trade? Want to earn money while you learn a new trade? apprentices/Electrical trainees attend class one night a week from 5 to 9 pm for 84 hours a semester, two semesters a year. apprentices will be required to gain on-the-job training experience. apprentices will be dispatched to sub-scribing employers (when there are jobs available) so they can receive on-the-job-train-ing. By the end of the program, you will receive a certificate of completion from the State of California and the U.S. Department of Labor. for more information please call (818) 898-2099. (average Salary: $53,674)

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ENgliSH aS a SEcoND laNgUagE (ESl)

Session ii: January 11, 2016 - march 18, 2016 PRE-REGISTRATION: January 4 & 5 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 5 pm to 7 pm, in the ESL Office.Classes begin: monday, January 11, 2016

Session iii: april 4, 2016 - may 27, 2016 PRE-REGISTRATION: March 28 & 29 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 5 pm to 7 pm, in the ESL Office.Classes begin: monday, april 4, 2016

Call (818) 558-4615 for more information.

morNiNg claSSES at miNgaY campUSNo class on: 01/18/16 & 02/15/16.

literacy 030011 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/H802 Camacho

Beginning low - level 1 030111 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/g703 Cooney

Beginning High - level 2 030211 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/D401 Bagdasarian

intermediate low - level 3 030311 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/H804 Hakopyan

intermediate High - level 4 030411 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/H803 Noss

advanced low - level 5 030511 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/H801 Lerner

advanced High - level 6 030611 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/D402 Corella

EVENiNg claSSES at miNgaY campUSNo class on: 01/18/16 & 02/15/16.

literacy 030013 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/H802 Dobie

Beginning low - level 1 030113 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/D400 Hazen

Beginning High - level 2 030213 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/g703 Noss

intermediate low - level 3 030313 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/H804 Sardarian

intermediate High - level 4 030413 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/H803 Corella

advanced High - level 5/6 036113 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BaS/D402 fallahi

ESl SpEcial topicS

Vocational ESl (VESl) - Health careers (15 weeks, 01/11/16-05/05/16; no class on: 02/15/16 & 3/21/16-03/31/16.) 032801 m-th 9:15 am-12:00 pm BaS/H805 Duffy

ESl citizenship preparation (Session 1: 01/11/16-03/16/16; no class on: 01/18/16 & 02/15/16. Session 2: 04/04/16-05/25/16) 031511 m & W 12:15 pm-2:15 pm BaS/H803 gracen

ESl computer literacy (Session 1: 01/15/16-03/18/16; no class on: 02/12/16. Session 2: 04/08/16-05/27/16) 031011 friday 9:00 am-11:00 am BaS/f602 Noss

ESl conversation (Session 1: 01/12/16-03/18/16; no class on: 02/12/16. Session 2: 04/05/16-05/27/16) 030814 t & th 5:00 pm-6:00 pm BaS/g703 Noss 030813 friday 9:00 am-10:45 am BaS/g703 Hakopyan

ESl Writer’s Workshop (Session 1: 01/12/16-03/17/16, Session 2: 04/05/16-05/26/16) 030912 t & th 12:15 pm-2:45 pm BaS/D402 Corella

ESl pronunciation (Session 1: 01/23/16-03/12/16; no class on: 02/13/16. Session 2: 04/09/16-05/21/16) 031812 Saturday 9:00 am-12:00 pm BaS/g703 Sardarian

Vision Statement: Burbank adult School will be a student-centered instructional program that responds to District and community needs, is actively collaborating with other service providers and demonstrates a commitment to building and enhancing human potential through quality educational programs and services.

mission Statement: the mission of Burbank adult School is to meet the diverse educational needs of the District and community by equipping lifelong learners with the skills they need to reach their academic, career and personal goals.

accreditationBurbank adult School is fully accredited by the Western association of Schools and Colleges through 2020.

School-wide learner outcomes (Slo’s)Students will be dedicated learners who:• Develop and implement meaningful educational, career, and personal goals.• Demonstrate persistence, focus and responsibility for successful completion of the

program in which they are enrolled.Students will be effective communicators who:• Comprehend, analyze, and respond appropriately to verbal, print and visual media.• actively participate in their communities as productive and civically-engaged members.Students will be lifelong learners who:• Pursue educational, college, career, and/or enrichment pathways and opportunities

for their families and themselves.• research and utilize community resources effectively.• maintain and improve adaptive life and technology skills in a global society.Students will be critical thinkers and problem solvers who:• Demonstrate the ability to process, evaluate and integrate information from a wide

variety of sources.• analyze various data effectively in order to increase personal and workplace productivity.

EVENiNg claSSES at BUrBaNK HigH ScHool campUS

BURBANk HIGH SCHOOL: 902 N Third St. (818) 558-4700 ext. 51347 (Enter at corner of N. glenoaks Boulevard and E. Harvard road)

Session ii: January 11, 2016 - march 18, 2016 PRE-REGISTRATION: January 6 & 7 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, in the ESL Office (Room 247).Classes begin: monday, January 11, 2016No classes on: 01/18/16, 02/15/16 & 02/17/16.

Session iii: april 4, 2016 - may 27, 2016 PRE-REGISTRATION: March 30 & 31 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, in the ESL Office (Room 247).Classes begin: monday, april 4, 2016

Call (818) 558-4615 for more information.

literacy 030023 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BHS/333 mendoza

Beginning low-level 1 030123 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BHS/239 Camacho

Beginning High-level 2 030223 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BHS/330 Bogchalyan

intermediate low-level 3 030323 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BHS/234 Hakopyan

intermediate High/advanced-level 4/5 034223 m-th 6:15 pm-9:00 pm BHS/238 Bennett

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parENt EDUcatioN

Classes begin the week of January 4 and they run through May 13, 2016 Registration: open EnrollmentParents are with their children part of the class, then, while the children are supervised, parents participate in group discussions on child devel-opment and family relationships. for more in-formation, please contact the Parent Education Office at (818) 558-4733. Lindamatsumoto@burbankusd.orgRequirements for Registration: ✓ Updated copy of child’s immunization record. ✓ Copy of parent’s tB test taken. ✓ all class and lab fees are payable at

registration and are not refundable.

THE AGE OF THE CHILD DETERMINES THE CLASS

DaY claSSESparenting Your infant i fee: $125(Newborn-11 months by January 4, 2016) 073012 Wednesday 12 pm-2:15 pm BaS/B201 tutak

parenting Your infant ii fee: $125(12-17 months by January 4, 2016) 073100 thursday 12 pm-2:15 pm BaS/B201 tutak

parenting Your infant iii fee: $125(17 months by January 4, 2016) 072015 Wednesday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B201 tutak

parenting Your toddler fee: $125 Lab fee: $10(18-24 months by September 1, 2015) 071111 tuesday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/H806 tutak

parenting Your 2 Year old fee: $125 Lab fee: $10(2 years by September 1, 2015) 071411 monday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/H806 Stephenson 071412 tuesday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B201 Jennings 071413 thursday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B201 Jennings

parenting Your 3 Year old fee: $125 Lab fee: $10(3 years by September 1, 2015) 072511 Wednesday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/H806 ackelson 072512 friday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/H806 tutak

parenting Your 4 Year old fee: $125 Lab fee: $10(4 years by September 1, 2015) 073611 tuesday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B200 matsumoto 073612 friday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B200 matsumoto

multi-age class: infant-4 Year old fee: $125 Lab fee: $10 075711 monday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B200 tutak 075712 thursday 9 am-11:15 am BaS/B200 tutak

the School-age child (adults only) fee: $125 071811 thursday 9:30 am-11:45 am BaS/g701 matsumoto

parent-child communications for Dad and preschoolers (Child must be 2-4 years old by September 1, 2015) fee: $40 Lab fee: $5 076811 Saturday 9 am-12 pm BaS/B200 Jennings Class meets one Saturday a month on the following dates: 01/09, 02/06, 03/05 and 04/02/16. Call (818) 558-4733 for details.

Saturday Baby class fee: $40 078501 Saturday 9:30 am-11:30 am BaS/B201 tutak Class meets one Saturday a month on the following dates: 01/09, 02/06, 03/05 and 04/02/16. Call (818) 558-4733 for details.

FUN WorKSHopS For KiDS! Elementary Science Workshops fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor 079301 thursday 02/11/16 3 pm-4 pm BaS/B200 tutak 079302 thursday 03/10/16 3 pm-4 pm BaS/B200 tutak 079303 thursday 04/07/16 3 pm-4 pm BaS/B200 tutak Using household materials we will demonstrate and provide hands-on experiments showing that science is exciting. there will be different experiments each month!

preschool Science Workshops fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor 079405 friday 02/19/16 12 pm-1 pm BaS/B200 tutak 079406 friday 04/08/16 12 pm-1 pm BaS/B200 tutak “Land Sea Sky. Why, Why, Why?” Science activities, crafts and art for pre-schoolers.

Nature Explore Walk fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor 070101 friday 03/18/16 10 am-12 pm tBa tutak Discover the beauty of our local natural areas to explore. make a nature craft and enjoy a picnic lunch afterwards.

parENt EDUcatioN SEriESHow to talk so Kids Will listen (6 weeks, 02/03/16-03/09/16) fee: $45 payable to instructor 072913 Wednesday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/B202 morman

Siblings without rivalry (4 weeks, 03/30/16-04/20/16) fee: $35 payable to instructor 071001 Wednesday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/B202 morman

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Preregistration is required. Costs are $10 per session or $15 per couple. Childcare is available upon request - $5 per child or $8 per family. Please call or email the Parent Education Office for more information at (818) 558-4733 or email: Lindamatsumoto@burbankusd.org

Simplifying parenting (01/27/16) 075001 Wednesday 9:30 am-11:30 am BaS/B202 Wright Simplify your “stuff and enjoy parenting more. Engage in discussion and support for “clutter free” parenting.

couples communication (02/23/16) 076000 tuesday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/B202 Wright Learn about ways to enhance and strengthen your communication with the opposite sex.

toilet training (03/03/16) 070501 thursday 5:45 pm-7:45 pm BaS/B202 rice What are the signs of readiness? How does one begin the process? Come and learn how and when to start!

positive Discipline (03/16/16) 076100 Wednesday 9:30 am-11:30 am BaS/B202 Wright tips for handling tantrums and encouraging sharing and cooperation plus much more.

Sleep Strategies for the Weary parent (04/07/16) 070201 thursday 5:45 pm-7:45 pm BaS/B202 rice Learn specific suggestions for encouraging your child to sleep in his/her own bed. Helping your child sleep through the night, and dealing with nightmares and night terrors.

Encouraging good Self Esteem (04/20/16) 076200 Wednesday 9:30 am-11:30am BaS/B202 Wright

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FiNE artS, mUSic aND mEDiaBeginning photography Class fee: $99 + materials: $20 (12 weeks, 02/01/16-05/2/16; no class on 02/15/16 & 03/21/16) 990301 monday 6 pm-9 pm JBHS/2113 gross this class is designed for those wanting to enter or review the world of photography - film or digital. Camera operation, use of accessories, highlights of commercial photography, how to take good pictures and careers in photography are covered. Shooting techniques, composition and lighting round out the skills taught in this class. Students must have a film or digital camera with manual exposure mode (ability for student to set shutter speeds and/or apertures). A morning field trip may be scheduled on one of the weekends during the class.

Black and White photography and image Enhancement (14 weeks, 02/02/16-05/10/16; no class on 03/22/16) Class fee: $119 + materials: $20 990401 tuesday 6 pm-9 pm JBHS/2113 Karp Students work in glorious black and white printing techniques. this lab course is designed for beginners, as well as experienced printers mastering their craft. Students will get hands on experience in film development, black and white printing exposure techniques, and final processing of images for presentation. This class is solely based on black and white negatives produced by film cameras. There is no digital photography in this class.

Digital photography (12 weeks, 02/04/16-04/28/16; no class on 03/24/16) Class fee: $99 + materials: $20 990501 thursday 6 pm-9 pm JBHS/2113 roznowski Ever wonder what goes through a photographer’s mind when preparing for a shoot? in this class, take an extensive look at the world of a professional photographer through digital photography. Camera operation and shooting techniques are covered. Processing of images is done in adobe Photoshop on macintosh computers. Studio shooting and field trips may be included in this class. Recommended prerequisite: Beginning Photography.

creative photography Class fee: $99 + materials: $20 (12 weeks, 02/03/16-05/04/16; no class on 02/17/16 & 03/23/16) 990601 Wednesday 6 pm-9 pm JBHS/2113 outwater When you see your photography hanging on the wall, and all the emotion that you felt when you took the shot is flowing out to you from the frame, a scream comes out saying, “yES, i did that!”. that is the feeling you will get when you start producing your own photography. We will explore natural and artificial lighting techniques to produce a project of your own choice. Computer assembly and retouching will be taught as well as in camera composition. We will explore portfolios, web sites, interviewing techniques, printing and framing. Recommended prerequisites: Beginning Photography, a digital camera or phone and your own innate creativity!

Just paint!(6 weeks, 02/02/16-03/08/16) fee: $59 994300 tuesday 5:45 pm-7:45 pm BaS/E503 Williams(6 weeks, 04/05/16-05/10/16) fee: $59 994301 tuesday 5:45 pm-7:45 pm BaS/E503 Williams a comprehensive painting class covering everything from brush to canvas. you may work on a painting or you may work on a class project. Note: Maximum of 15 students per class.

Just Draw! (6 weeks, 02/05/16-03/18/16; no class on 02/12/16) fee: $59 994400 friday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/C302 Williams(6 weeks, 04/01/16-05/06/16) fee: $59 994401 friday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/C302 Williams a comprehensive drawing class covering graphite to paper; focus will be on shading techniques, light and dark, and how to increase overall contrast abilities on paper.

Women’s chorus (14 weeks, 02/02/16-05/10/16; no class on 03/22/16) fee: $89 992011 tuesday 9 am-11:30 am BaS/g702 tyson Join the Women’s Chorus, also known as the Burbank Singers, to have fun, meet new friends, and perform at various events throughout the year. you will learn music in a variety of styles and from several eras. auditions are Not required; reading music is not necessary, but always a plus!

Beginning acoustic guitar (12 weeks, 02/02/16-04/26/16; no class 03/22/16) fee: $109* 993199 tuesday 6 pm-7:30 pm BaS/auditorium macDonald This course is for absolute beginners. Learn parts of the guitar, chords, and finger placement, using picks, chord diagrams and how to tune your guitar. Learn how to play beginning level songs. Note: Maximum of 10 students per class. Students must bring their own acoustic guitar. *A $5 materials fee paid directly to the instructor (cash only) at first class meeting.

acting for Stage, Screen, television & commercials (Beginners) (12 weeks, 02/04/16-04/28/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $89 995100 thursday 6 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium Ubaldi Class is for beginner through intermediate actors. Students will explore basic screen and stage acting skills through games, voice and movement. Basic techniques for monologues and scenes will also be explored. improvisation skills are introduced. minimal out-of-class work is required. Note: Maximum of 15 students per section.

acting for Stage, Screen, television & commercials (intermediate) (12 weeks, 02/06/16-05/07/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) fee: $89 995101 Saturday 10:30 am-1 pm BaS/auditorium Ubaldi Class is for intermediate actors, beginners are welcome. Students will strengthen core acting and movement skills, and build advanced technique through improvisations, scene work and monologues. Extensive out-of-class preparation and minor purchase of acting scripts are required. Note: Maximum of 15 students per section.

Fun & interesting introduction to the piano/Keyboard+ (4 weeks, 02/22/16-03/14/16) fee: $39 993401 monday 8 pm-9 pm BaS/E501 Castro(4 weeks, 04/04/16-04/25/16) fee: $39 993401 monday 8 pm-9 pm BaS/E501 Castro Students will learn and be exposed to simple piano concepts of music theory, keyboard set ups, web resources and technologies. the class will also learn simple, fun piano pieces and exercises and be exposed to music loop technologies. No experience necessary, piano beginner only. Note: Maximum of 10 students per class. +Students must bring their own portable keyboards.

Evening Dance classes - Session iFees: 1 class - $59, 2 classes - $90 (Discount is for walk-in registration only at 3811 W. Allan Ave.) Ballroom SamplEr (6 weeks, 02/08/16-03/28/16; no class on 02/15/16 & 03/21/16) fee: $59 994600 monday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Come learn how to do the basics of the Waltz, foxtrot, rumba, Cha Cha, etc. you can learn a little of each dance to help you when you go to weddings, parties, or just out on the town.WESt coaSt SWiNg & NigHt clUB tWo-StEp (6 weeks, 02/08/16-03/28/16; no class on 02/15/16 & 03/21/16) fee: $59 994700 monday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Want to learn the slinky, bluesy California state dance? We’ll show you how to West Coast Swing. Don’t know how to dance to some of those great slower 70’s, 80’s & 90’s tunes? NC2 is a comfortable tempo for those songs. Come join us for a great time, great exercise, and great music for dancing.argENtiNE taNgo (6 weeks, 02/10/16-03/16/16) fee: $59 994900 Wednesday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Learn the romance of argentine tango social dancing. this is ideal for those who want to dance something more low impact.SalSa (6 weeks, 02/10/16-03/16/16) fee: $59 994800 Wednesday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Learn skills to dance LA Salsa with flair & ease. Cross-body lead and turns make the dance a great workout. Come join the fun!

Evening Dance classes - Session iiFees: 1 class - $59, 2 classes - $90 (Discount is for walk-in registration only at 3811 W. Allan Ave.)Ballroom SamplEr (6 weeks, 04/04/16-05/09/16) fee: $59 994601 monday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Come learn how to do the basics of the Waltz, foxtrot, rumba, Cha Cha, etc. you can learn a little of each dance to help you when you go to weddings, parties, or just out on the town.WESt coaSt SWiNg & NigHt clUB tWo-StEp (6 weeks, 04/04/16-05/09/16) fee:$59 994701 monday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Want to learn the slinky bluesy California state dance? We’ll show you how to West Coast Swing. Don’t know how to dance to some of those great slower 70’s, 80’s & 90’s tunes? NC2 is a comfortable tempo for those songs. Come join us for a great time, great exercise, and great music for dancing.argENtiNE taNgo (6 weeks, 04/06/16-05/11/16) fee:$59 994901 Wednesday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Learn the romance of argentine tango social dancing. this is ideal for those who want to dance something more low impact.SalSa (6 weeks, 04/06/16-05/11/16) fee:$59 994801 Wednesday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium Shoemake Learn skills to dance LA Salsa with flair & ease. Cross-body lead and turns make the dance a great workout. Come join the fun!

Do-it-YoUrSElF claSSESSewing (6 weeks, 02/06/16-03/19/16; no class on 02/13/16) fee: $89 101013 Saturday 2 pm-5:20 pm BaS/B202 Lewis-goldstein Sew in a fun and positive environment! this class welcomes those with any level of sewing experience - from beginner to advanced. We will discuss tools, materials, ma-chines, and projects during our first session. We do have a machine that can be shared in class, but you will probably want to bring your own machine, along with your own tools and materials/projects from week 2 onward. Enjoy sewing for yourself, your home, fam-ily, pets, for gifts… your choices are unlimited! Note: Maximum of 12 students.

Wire Wrap Jewelry 1 (one-day workshop, 02/20/16) fee: $29 995400 Saturday 9 am-12 pm BaS/H803 Hoffman you will learn to make your own wire wrapped jewelry. Using the basic technique of wire wrapping you will learn to create beautiful pieces of jewelry incorporating stones and crystals. Students should bring the following tools: round nose pliers, straight edge pliers and a wire cutter. if you have any questions, please email the instructor at amirasdesigns@gmail.com.

Wire Wrap Jewelry 2 (one-day workshop, 02/27/16) fee: $29 995500 Saturday 9 am-12 pm BaS/H803 Hoffman once you’ve learned the skill of wire wrapping, you’re ready to advance to the next level. in this class you will learn to create cages for stones to make beautiful pendants. Students should bring the following tools: round nose pliers, straight edge pliers and a wire cutter. if you have any questions, please email the instructor at amirasdesigns@gmail.com.

Basic 3D computer-aided Design (12 weeks, 02/19/16-05/20/16; no class on 03/25/16 & 04/01/16) fee: $99 995301 friday 6 pm-9 pm BaS/f600 ivens Learn the basics of 3D modeling using Sketchup, a program designed for architects, civil engineers, filmmakers, game developers, designers & related professions. It also includes features to facilitate the placement of models in google Earth. it is designed to be easier to use than other 3D CaD programs.

(Pre-registration is required for all classes. A minimum of 10 students must be enrolled by 1 business day prior to the scheduled start date or the class will be cancelled.)

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Etiquette 101 and Beyond (8 weeks, 02/11/16-04/07/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $59* 995701 thursday 6 pm-8:30 pm BaS/E502 gomez How do you make a good first impression? You only have 60 seconds to do so. Learn how to make yours with style and grace! Learn the basic dining skills american Style and Continental, including table manners, greetings, the importance of appearance, travel etiquette and much more. Most of all, gain self-confidence! This course includes a multi course instructional dinner at a five star restaurant. *Note: Cost for restaurant will not exceed $40.00 including tax and tip. *A $10 materials fee paid directly to the instructor (cash only) at first class meeting.

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Zumba Dance Fitness (6 weeks, 02/09/16-03/15/16) fee: $49 999501 tuesday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium morales(6 weeks, 04/05/16-05/10/16) fee: $49 999502 tuesday 7:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/auditorium morales Zumba is the most fun and efficient way to work out. Every class is like a party. It’s not necessary to know how to dance because this class is easy to follow and everybody has a blast!

t’ai chi ch’uan (8 weeks, 02/09/16-04/05/16; no class on 03/22/16) fee: $89 998800 tuesday 12 pm-1:30 pm BaS/B201 moreland the gentle movements of t’ai Chi Ch’uan provide excellent exercise for both body and mind. Promotes balance, increased energy and rejuvenation! Beginners and experienced students welcome.

reiki treatment and Healing with chakra(12 weeks, 02/06/16-05/07/16; no class on 02/13/16 & 03/26/16) fee: $109* 993301 Saturday 1 pm-3 pm BaS/H802 Suriyachai Learn to harness the natural power of your mind and body in order to promote health, healing power, and balance of your thoughts. Learn about the ancient Japanese holistic healing methods of Reiki integrated with the study of Chakra. What are the benefits? relaxation, reduction of stress, and a healthier life! *Materials fee of $20 payable in cash to the instructor at first class meeting.

Walking to Wellness(6 weeks, 01/23/16-03/05/16; no class 02/13/16) fee: $49 + textbook 998001 Saturday 10 am-11:30 am BaS/a117 mcCanles(6 weeks, 04/02/16-05/07/16) fee: $49 + textbook 998002 Saturday 10 am-11:30 am BaS/a117 mcCanles this class guarantees a fun, supportive setting for increasing physical and mental wellness through walking and learning to adopt healthy habits. No diets or strenuous exercise allowed. the instructor will lead students to talk, share, motivate and offer reinforcement.

Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

lEarN a laNgUagE!Beginning conversational Spanish level 1 (12 weeks, 02/02/16-04/26/16; no class on 03/22/16) fee: $99 + textbook 991601 tuesday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 micaletti this course is designed for students who want to learn basic vocabulary to success-fully have conversations in Spanish. all levels welcome. (teacher recommends that students purchase their book by the first day of class and also, have completed the first lesson in the book).

Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Beginning conversational Spanish level 2 (12 weeks, 02/03/16-05/04/16; no class on 02/17/16 & 03/23/16) fee: $99 + textbook 992601 Wednesday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 martinez this course is designed for students who have completed level 1 and want to continue expanding basic vocabulary to successfully have conversations in Spanish. Students must have completed Level 1. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

intermediate low conversational Spanish (12 weeks, 02/01/16-05/02/16; no class on 02/15/16 & 03/21/16) fee: $99 + textbook 991802 monday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 martinez this course is a continuation of the basic principles and techniques used in the beginners’ Spanish course. these principles and techniques will be advanced to a higher level in this course. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

intermediate High conversational Spanish (12 weeks, 02/04/16-04/28/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $99 + textbook 991501 thursday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 martinez this course is a continuation of the previous intermediate Low Spanish course (fall 2015). advanced conversational and grammatical topics and techniques will be used. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Beginning French (10 weeks, 02/04/16-04/14/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $89 + textbook 991703 thursday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/E501 Cortey a quick and easy conversation class that will teach you the fundamentals of the french language. great for travel, business, and general knowledge. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Beginning conversational american Sign language (a) (10 weeks, 02/02/16-04/12/16; no class on 03/22/16) fee: $89* 993603 tuesday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/2205 Betton(10 weeks, 02/04/16-04/14/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $89* 993601 thursday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/2205 Betton Join a fun and interactive class! Learn to converse with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) in your family and/or community. Note: Maximum of 15 students per section. *There will be a $20 fee for the book, to be purchased from the teacher.

Beginning conversational american Sign language (B) (10 weeks, 02/03/16-04/20/16; no class on 02/17/16 & 03/23/16) fee: $89* 993502 Wednesday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/2205 Betton Join a fun and interactive class! this is a continuation of the aSL (a) class and incorpo-rates more conversational vocabulary and practice. Note: Maximum of 15 students. *There will be a $20 fee for the book, to be purchased from the teacher.

Beginning conversational italian (8 weeks, 01/23/16-03/19/16; no class on 02/13/16) fee: $79 + textbook 991201 Saturday 9 am-10:30 am BaS/H805 micaletti(8 weeks, 04/02/16-05/21/16) fee: $79 + textbook 991203 Saturday 9 am-10:30 am BaS/H805 micaletti Here’s your chance to learn italian! Students will learn common everyday expressions and will be speaking Italian from the very first lesson! Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

intermediate conversational italian (8 weeks, 01/23/16-03/19/16; no class on 02/13/16) fee: $79 + textbook 991302 Saturday 10:30 am-12 pm BaS/H805 micaletti(8 weeks, 04/02/16-05/21/16) fee: $79 + textbook 991304 Saturday 10:30 am-12 pm BaS/H805 micaletti Build upon your skills! in this class we will cover topics like: ordering food at a restaurant, talking about work and employment, and how to ask for and give directions. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.

moNEY mattErSreal Estate and related careers(4 weeks, 02/03/16-02/24/16) fee: $29 998601 Wednesday 7 pm-8:30 pm BaS/a117 gussow(4 weeks, 04/06/16-04/27/16) fee: $29 998602 Wednesday 7 pm-8:30 pm BaS/a117 gussow an introductory four week survey of real estate principles and practices, as well as ca-reers associated with real estate. the course will introduce the terminology, concepts and basic practices in the fields of real estate, real estate finance, real estate admin-istration positions, escrow, title, appraisal, procedures for licensing and miscellaneous topic areas.

Savvy Social Security for Boomers (one-day workshop, 03/05/16) fee: $29* 997302 Saturday 9 am-11 am BaS/H804 Schwert You can start as early as 62, but your benefit is reduced. Should you wait? How long? How are your spousal and survivor benefits affected? What if you are divorced, remarried or widowed? failure to coordinate ira rmDs with Social Security taxation results in needless diminishment of income that could be put to better use for health care or just enjoying life. Attend this class to learn how to evaluate your benefits and choices! *Materials fee of $5, payable in cash, to the instructor, the day of class.

Savvy ira planning (one-day workshop, 03/05/16) fee: $29* 997205 Saturday 11 am-1 pm BaS/H804 Schwert ira distributions must begin at 70½, but did you know if your account grows, your ira distributions will be higher each year? that those distributions could cause tax on Social Security benefits and result in higher Medicare Part B premiums? In this infor-mative class, we’ll discuss ira distribution rules and tax management ideas, as well as Rollover Blunders, Beneficiary Mistakes, Non Traditional IRA Investment Problems, Spousal Beneficiary Options and Retirement Account Options available after you’ve left your job. Cynthia Schwert is a Certified Financial Planner with over 30 years of experi-ence helping people plan for their retirement. Brokerage and advisory services offered through Cetera advisors LLC, member fiNra/SiPC. *Materials fee of $5, payable in cash, to the instructor, the day of class.

Stock market Boot camp (3 weeks, 02/03/16-02/17/16) fee: $39 996602 Wednesday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/E501 Newman(3 weeks, 03/02/16-03/16/16) fee: $39 996603 Wednesday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/E501 Newman Where is the stock market headed? Where are interest rates going? Should i be wor-ried about inflation? How do I get my portfolio back on track? Starting with the fun-damentals of investing, learn to identify different types, analyze them, and understand potential hazards & opportunities unique to each of them.

WorKSHopS & SEmiNarSrésumé Writing 101 (one-day workshop, 03/05/16) FrEE! 997801 Saturday 11:30 am-1:30 pm BaS/C302 Noss Your résumé is the first step in getting a job interview and speaks for you before you have a chance to speak with employers. this workshop will teach you how to get your résumé noticed using key action words and eye-catching formats.

mastering the online Job Search (one-day workshop, 03/12/16) FrEE! 990220 Saturday 11:30 am-1:30 pm BaS/C302 Noss Looking for a new job? in this workshop you will learn how to effectively evaluate and present your skills to potential employers. Learn how to look for and apply for jobs advertised on websites.

get the Job! interview Skills and techniques (one-day workshop, 03/19/16) FrEE! 999201 Saturday 11:30 am-1:30 pm BaS/C302 Noss in today’s highly challenging and competitive job market, it’s essential that you make the best impression possible – whether on the phone or during the job interview – with a potential employer. this workshop will teach you the important techniques you need in order for you to be successful on job interviews.

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aarp Driver Safety (one-day classes) fee: Payable to instructor* *AARP Members: $15 cash only paid directly to instructor at class (bring membership card)*Non-AARP Members: $20 cash only paid directly to the instructor at class. 993700 02/06/16 Sat 8:30 am-4:30 pm BaS/D402 gray 993701 03/19/16 Sat 8:30 am-4:30 pm BaS/D402 gray 993702 04/23/16 Sat 8:30 am-4:30 pm BaS/D402 gray In this 8-hour course, students learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules of the road that can lead to an insurance discount. there is no test to take in this course!

all about Social media (10 weeks, 02/01/16-04/18/16; no class on 02/15/16 & 03/21/16) fee: $89 993801 monday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/D401 Holleran get a comprehensive overview and demonstra-tion of social media including how to use it ef-fectively from social media manager, journalist and writer Scott Holleran. this integrated les-son for beginning, intermediate and advanced users covers twitter, facebook, Linkedin and other apps, sites and formats. this course also includes basic writing, media and marketing instruction (and lots of opportunities for Q&a).

Writing Boot camp (10 weeks, 02/04/16-04/14/16; no class on 03/24/16) fee: $89 994005 thursday 6 pm-8 pm BaS/a117 Holleran this comprehensive course delivers instruction in core principles of skilled writing for social media, blogging and screenwriting, etc. Students will learn how to prepare for writing as an exercise, how to build, write and edit their writing. additionally, students will learn how to construct a simple outline as well as how to write with the audience in mind. Each student will have their writing evaluated.

campus Safety - By state law, drugs, alcohol, tobacco and/or weapons are not permitted by anyone, anywhere, on any of the campuses of the Burbank Unified School District.

Uniform complaint procedures - in accordance with state guidelines in the Code of regulation, title 5, Sections 4600-4671, the Burbank Unified School District has adopted Uniform Complaint Procedures, which shall be followed when addressing complaints alleging unlawful discrimination, harassment or failure to comply with state and federal laws related to adult basic education programs. You may contact the Burbank Adult School office to obtain a copy of the Uniform Complaint Procedure by calling (818) 558-4611.

ctE courses - Completion certificates for Career and Technical Education (CtE) courses will only be issued to students who have completed at least 80% of the course hours and have met course objectives and competencies. Burbank adult School does not guarantee job, externship, or internship placement as a result of completing CtE courses. Tell us your CTE success story: bas@burbankusd.org

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Enrollment - The Burbank Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Classes are open to adults who are 18 years of age or older. Students may register online for most classes at http://bas.asapconnected.com youth under age 18 not enrolled in school should contact their home high school of residence or the BAS Counseling Office (818) 558-5384 to determine which program they may attend. Concurrently enrolled (CE) high school students may attend on a space available basis. CE students must obtain a permission form from their home school before they will be allowed to enroll at the adult School. CE high school minors are never charged any tuition fees for initial credit or credit recovery academic classes at the adult School.

Disability Services - Students with disabilities may be able to receive financial support for their career-based training, leading to employment, through the Department of rehabilitation. Students with disabilities may also be able to obtain job search assistance and job placement services through the Department of rehabilitation. for more information, please call (818) 901-5024, monday through friday, 8 am - 5 pm.

Senior Discount - individuals participating in the senior service recreation programs at Joslyn, tuttle and mcCambridge Centers will save $5 per class upon showing their current BSaC card. for more information, please call (818) 238-5353.

Schedule changes - Burbank adult School reserves the right to make changes in course fees, schedules and assignments, and to cancel any course that does not have sufficient enrollment. there are times when situations arise and a class may have to be cancelled. if possible, a make-up class may be offered.

textbooks - many classes do require textbooks. to inquire about textbook requirements, please contact the office at least one week before the class starts. Some books may be purchased online: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Important! Fees and refunds In the event that a class is cancelled OR if a student chooses to withdraw from a class at least two business days prior to the class start date, the student will be entitled to a full refund. the fee for each class follows the course title. Checks, money orders, credit cards and cash will be accepted. returned checks will be charged a $20 fee payable in cash only. there is a $10 processing fee for all refunds not due to class cancellations. No refunds will be issued to any student after the first scheduled class session (including no shows). There are no refunds for class materials and/or books purchased by students.

Spring 2016 calendar*January 4 . . . . . . . . .School reopens; Learning Center/aBE & Parent Ed Classes BeginJanuary 4 - 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ESL registration (Session ii)January 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . academic & ESL (Session ii) Classes BeginJanuary 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .martin Luther King, Jr Day (School Closed)JaNUarY 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aDUlt ScHool opEN HoUSE!february 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lincoln Holiday (School Closed)february 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President’s Day (School Closed) march 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL Session ii Endsmarch 21 - march 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring recess (School Closed)march 28 - march 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL registration (Session iii)april 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL (Session iii) Classes Beginmay 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parent Education Classes Endmay 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Learning Center/aBE/academic Semester EndsMay 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adult School Graduationmay 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL Session iii Endsmay 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . memorial Day (School Closed)* Start/end dates for individual classes vary.

Please check course information for specific schedule.

BUSD Board of EducationCharlene tabet, PresidentLarry applebaum, Vice PresidentSteve ferguson, ClerkDr. armond aghakhanian, memberDr. roberta reynolds, member

District Office/Site Administrationmatt Hill, SuperintendentDr. John Paramo, Director of Secondary

EducationEmilio Urioste, Jr., Director of adult

Education, iLa, CtE

location & WebsiteBurbank Adult School 3811 W. allan ave. Burbank, Ca 91505Tel: (818) 558-4611fax: (818) 558-4620Web: www.burbankusd.org/basLike us on facebook! www.facebook.com/burbankadultschool

Office Hours (Beginning January 4, 2016)monday - thursday: 8 am - 8:30 pmfriday: 8 am - 3 pm

academic counseling Office Hours (Beginning January 4, 2016)Tel: (818) 558-5384monday - thursday: 9 am - 1 pm monday - thursday: 4:15 - 8:30 pm

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New RegistRatioN site !RegisteR today! (818) 558-4611

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EXplorE a NEW carEEr!Start Your own Fashion Styling Business (3 weeks, 02/03/16-02/17/16) fee: $49 997798 Wednesday 7 pm-9 pm BaS/D401 Blanchard(3 weeks, 03/02/16-03/16/16) fee: $49 997799 Wednesday 7 pm-9 pm BaS/D401 Blanchard get paid for having a great sense of style! this class will cover: getting started, branding yourself, styling fees & credits, service contracts, borrow agreements, client interviews, stylist tools, business registration, advertising & promotional activities, hiring assistants. receive leads and tips from a fashion industry veteran.

You’re on the air! How to really make it in Voice-overs! (one-day workshop, 04/25/16) fee: $69 993200 monday 6:30 pm-8:30 pm BaS/B203 Shapero Voice-overs are hot today! in this class, you’ll learn about an exciting (and not much talked about) way to work on your own terms, on your own turf, with virtually no overhead, and potentially make more money than you’ve ever made before! you will get a great overview of both the structure of the industry, and how you can be a part of it, either part-time, or full-time. if you have a decent speaking voice, you won’t want to miss this class. it could be a game changer!

plEaSE Drop US aN Email! Please let us know if there is any class you would be interested in taking but is not offered in this catalog. We want to hear from you! you may email us at: BaS@BUrBaNKUSD.org @