FREE Computer Class on the Way!!
WHEN AND WHERE
San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center often provides courses free of charge. Starting on September 15, 2025, this will be true for a computer class titled Computer Basics for Beginners. It will run until November 6, 2025, in room 303, Monday-Thursday from 12:45-3:45. In addition to the traditional instruction, there is an open lab on Thursdays.
REQUIRMENTS
This class is for beginners who live in unincorporated Alameda County and or in San Leandro and are low-income.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Students will learn how to use a computer, email, and the Internet, as well as online safety, word processing, video calls, and more.
Zoom Series Episode 4: Transitions Center
On Aug 18, 2025, our 4th episode from our Zoom Series will be released. This will highlight the many facets of the Transitions Center. It will run about 6:28. Kristi Kaddy, the Transitions Center Specialist, will provide details on the population that is served, what people find helpful, the goals of the center, the most frequent requests, and more. Please keep an eye out for episode #4!
ESL Students Volunteer for the Annual Taste of San Leandro Event, highlighted on Episode 3 of our Zoom Series
On July 4th, we will release the third episode from our Zoom Series. The Taste of San Leandro is an event that has been around for over two decades. Within the last three years, the San Leandro Adult Career & Education Center has participated as a volunteer in this community event. Led by their instructor, Mary Lloyd, for the ESL Department, we will discuss how this came to be, the jobs that they perform, and who can be involved. All of this and more coming soon!!
SIX WEEKS of SLACEC Partner Career Training Solutions Medical Course offerings
Starting June 14th, 2025, a social media post will be published for six weeks, outlining the educational requirements and estimated wages for the medical positions. Our partners at Career Training Solutions LLC will be the source for this information.
These six posts will highlight the following medical educational programs: Veterinarian Assistant with externship, Clinical Medical Assistant with Spanish support, Central Sterile Processing Technician, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, and Pharmacy Technician.
Some courses are offered on Zoom, others in person, and some are provided in a combination of both. Bev Peterson, partner at Career Training Solutions, has the ultimate goal that “students are job-ready and get a job in a career that they love.”
Zoom Series: Episode#2 On the Way!!
On May 23, 2025, we will release our second episode from the Zoom Series. We welcome Bev Peterson, a partner at Career Training Solutions. She will discuss their services, the San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center partnership, her organization, and more. Be sure to keep an eye out on May 23, 2025, to learn about educational opportunities in the medical field.
10 Years of the Community Job and Resource Fair and it’s BACK!
This will be the 10th year that the Community Job and Resource Fair will be held at the San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The event will be in conjunction with Rubicon Programs, America’s Job Center of California, and the Alameda County Workforce Development Board. Kristi Kaady, our Transitions Center Specialist, will spearhead this event.
Kaady explains that the “Purpose of this fair is to gather the community’s resources and bring them together to help our community and school with the employment and resources they may need.” Various companies offering entry-level programs and programs that support job seekers will be in attendance. Other areas of interest are home care, free cell phones for seniors, the Fire Department, and more.
This networking opportunity enables students and the community to explore new daily living options, find employment opportunities, and discover various resources. Kaady wants people to learn what SLACEC can do to help with “Jobs, resources, and more education.”
What You Can Expect From Our New ZOOM SERIES
OVERVIEW
The San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center will soon launch a Zoom Series highlighting interviews with students, instructors, partners, and faculty. These videos will inform the public about events, news, and multiple stories related to SLACEC.
FORMAT
This series features thoughts, ideas, and information from individuals who can offer valuable insight about the center. These short-format videos are produced to provide an alternative way to inform the public about the stories that comprise the San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center.
COMMUNITY JOB AND RESOURCE FAIR
The first video slated will feature Kristi Kaady, our Transitions Center Specialist. She will cover what the Community Job and Resource Fair offers on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We will see you there!
Coming Soon! Recipes From Around the World
The DEI Task Force is coordinating the creation of a free SLACEC digital community cookbook entitled “Festive Foods from Around the World.” These recipes are meals that people serve to their family and friends for special occasions. Students and faculty will submit these various meals. You can look forward to Vietnamese, Mexican, Chinese, Filipino, and more recipes. The various recipes will be released on the San Leandro Adult Career & Education Center’s social media pages as individual posts; however, a digital version that houses them all will be available. Enjoy!
FREE CLASS ALERT: Computer Basics for Beginners
Couse Overview
The San Leandro Adult & Career Education Center at 1448 Williams Street is offering a free computer course for low-income residents of unincorporated Alameda County and San Leandro. Learn how to use a computer, email and the Internet plus online safety, word processing, video calls & more! Classes meet Monday-Thursday 12:30-2:30PM starting March 3. Call 510-667-6287 for registration.
Explore the New San Leandro Adult School Class Schedule for Winter and Spring 2025!
Discover new opportunities to learn, grow, and connect at the SLACEC! The latest schedule of classes is now available, offering a variety of courses to enrich your personal and professional life. From career training to creative arts, ESL, and more, there’s something for everyone. Visit the Schedule of Classes page to explore the full lineup and start planning your journey of lifelong learning today!