HOME    |     ABOUT SAS    |     MAPS    |     COURSES    |     POLICIES     |     NEWS POINTS   |     EVENTS    |     CALENDAR       


Scroll to view
Classes, Workshops and Events about:


CHILDBIRTH/PREGNANCY

INFANTS/TODDLERS/PRESCHOOL

PARENTING Children
Ages Birth thru
Adolescence
_____________________

CHILDCARE

UPDATE: Toy Lending Library

Photo





SALINAS ADULT SCHOOL
20 Sherwood Place
Salinas, California 93906
(831)796-6900
info@salinasadultschool.com



For the most current information, please check this site or call the school.
Advance registration is always required. Registration is online unless otherwise indicated in course descriptions. Each online registration course is labeled register now.

Registration for Winter begins 12/1 at 10:00am
Registration for Spring begins 3/12 at 10:00am

EVENTS:
Mark your calendar for:

PARENT UNIVERSITY 2010
Saturday January 30th
Click for more information
         register now

2010 Preschool Information Night
Thurs. Feb. 18, 2010
7:00p.m. Room P-2
Adults only please!
Call 796-6970

WINTER and SPRING 2010:
Registration for Winter begins 12/1 at 10:00am
Registration for Spring begins 3/12 at 10:00am

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION
You're Pregnant!!!
Excited but also a little nervous about birth and being a parent? Come prepare for labor, birth, breastfeeding and the new baby with one of our Childbirth Education classes. Call 796-6970 for questions, registration or flyer. Childbirth books and video library available for students.

Lamaze Childbirth Class Series
at Salinas Adult School

The birth of your baby is an exciting event and hard work. Learn the skills, positions and strategies that can build your confidence and make your childbirth experience a positive one. Expectant parents-to-be have lots of questions and worries. How will I know when I'm in labor? Will it hurt? What can I do to make my labor more comfortable? How do I take care of a newborn? In this class series, you will learn labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care. Be sure to sign-up for the breastfeeding class. The fee is included in your childbirth class fee. Please register early. Classes should be completed by your 8th month. This class can be taken as a 5 weekly evening sessions or a 2 session Saturday class.
Location: Room P-1 at Salinas Adult School Parent Center
Fee: $40 per family
(if WIC, please come in to register at discounted fee: 796-6970)
Bring: pen, healthy snack, water, pillow
Registration fee: $40
EVENING Classes: 6:30pm to 9:30pm, Rm P-1
      Winter Session: T, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2
         register now
      Spring Session: T, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25
          Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am
SATURDAY classes: 9:00am to 2:00pm
      Winter Session: 1/23 and 1/30
         register now
      Spring Session: 3/20 and 3/27
                  OR 5/1 and 5/8
          Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am


The following childbirth, breastfeeding and sibling classes are sponsored by SVMHS. Be sure to check location since class location varies.
Breastfeeding Class
Breastfeeding is so much easier with this class. Get off to a good start with correct latch, positioning, knowing how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk and ways to prevent common breastfeeding challenges. Discussion will also include returning to work and breast pumps. Pregnant moms with their support persons are encouraged to attend. Part of the childbirth class series for SAS and SVMHS students.
Bring pen, healthy snack and water.
Taught at Salinas Adult School
One Saturday morning class
1/16 OR 3/13 OR 5/15
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $20/No fee if enrolled in childbirth series at SVMHS or SAS
         register now

Sibling Class
"My mom is having a baby!"

Prepares parents and their children 3 to 10 years old for a new baby in the family. Provides opportunities for parents to prepare their children for the new baby with activities of story time, baby doll holding and diapering, crafts and a visit to the birth room and seeing a newborn baby.
Location: SVMHS-DRC Downing Resource Center
Fee: $10 per family
One Saturday morning at 9:30am
1/9 OR 3/13 OR 5/8 OR 7/10
To register, call SVMH Babyline at 753-2229

Spanish Childbirth Class Series
This 5 week series is similar in content to the "Lamaze Childbirth Class Series" but in the Spanish language. However, this class also includes one session at SVMHS for a tour of the birth room. A book is also included in the fee.
Location: Salinas Adult School, Room P-1, with one class at SVMHS
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Fee: $60 or $25 if Medi-cal
Register by calling SVMH at 753-2229
or SAS at 796-6970
WINTER Session: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25
SPRING Session: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10

SVMHS Childbirth Preparation Series
At SVMHS – Class series 5-week evening and weekend classes are available.
Call 753-BABY (753-2229) for class dates, fees and registration.
Summer 2010 Childbirth classes also availabe at SVMHS

PARENTING THE INFANT
So You Have A Baby, Now What?
Pre-registration necessary for all infant/toddler classes. Class fees vary depending on the length of each session.
Did You Know Your Baby Was Born To Learn?
Infant/Toddler Classes
0–24 months
Classes for infants and toddlers are offered mornings, and evenings. We cover nutrition, health and safety, discipline, growth and development and self-esteem. Come build new friendships and enjoy this special time in your lives. Moby Wraps are available for purchase!

Grupos Para Aprender Juntos
Les invitamos a venire para aprender acerca de su papel como el PRIMER y más IMPORTANTE MAESTRO de su hijo. Esta clase es para padres y proveedoras que cuidan a niños 0-5 años. Aprenden más sobre el Programa de Padres Como Maestros "Familias Aprendiendo Juntas"
Mountain View Community Room
      1580 Falcon Drive, Salinas
      martes, 19 de enero-primero de junio
            10:00am-12:00pm
      y jueves, 21 de enero-3 de junio
            12:00-2:00pm
Gabilan Hills Community Room
       1051 Paseo Grande, Salinas
           9:30am-12:00pm
      martes, 19 de enero-primero de junio
      jueves, 21 de enero-3 de junio
Roosevelt Community Room
      522 Roosevelt St., Salinas
      martes, 19 de enero-primero de junio
            9:30-11:30am

Sharing Times/First Year
For parents and mobile babies from 0-12 months
10:00am to Noon
Fee: $30/$35 per session
WINTER Session:
Tuesdays, 1/12 tnru 3/23
         register now
SPRING Session:
Tuesdays, 4/6 thru 6/1
Registration opens 3/12
Click for Course OUTLINE

PARENT EDUCATION THROUGH PARENT CHILD PARTICIPATION
PARENTING THE TODDLER
12 –36 months
COME HAVE FUN WITH YOUR TODDLER!
Movers and Shakers
For parents and toddlers from 12 to 18 months
Tuesdays, 9:30am to 12:30pm, Room P-9
Fee: $55/$45 per session
Click for COURSE OUTLINE
WINTER Session: 1/12 thru 3/23
         register now
SPRING Session: 4/6 thru 6/1
Registration open 3/12 at 10:00am

Exploring Times
For parents and toddlers from 18 to 24 months
Thursdays, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Fee: $55/$45 per session
COURSE OUTLINE
WINTER Session: 1/14 thru 3/25      register now
Spring Session: 4/8 thru 6/3
Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am

PARENTING THE TODDLER
12-36 months

Classes for older toddlers offer a creative activity setting in which parent and child can participate together. Information on stages of growth and development, nutrition, health & safety, discipline, and developing the child's self-image.

Partners In Play
Note: On Monday holidays, attend either the Wednesday or Friday PIP that week.
For parents with children that are older 2s and 3s and younger 4s ONLY:
click for Daytime PIP OUTLINE
Mondays, 9:00am to Noon, Parent Center
      Winter session: 1/11 thru 3/22 – Fee: $55
         register now
      Spring session: 4/12 thru 5/24 – Fee: $45
         Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am
For parents with children 2 to 3 years old
Wednesdays, 9:00am to Noon Room P-9
      Winter Session: 1/13 thru 3/24 – Fee: $55
          REGISTRATION CLOSED
      Spring Session: 4/7 thru 6/2 – Fee: $45
         Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am
For parents with children 2 to 3 years old
Fridays, 9:00am to Noon Room P-9
      Winter session: 1/15 thru 3/26 – Fee: $55
         register now
      Spring session: 4/9 thru 6/4 – Fee: $45
         Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am

Evenings Partners In Play
For parents with walkers to 2.5 years old:
Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30pm, Room P-9
click for Course OUTLINE
      Winter session: 1/11 thru 3/22 – Fee: $35
         register now
      Spring session: 4/12 thru 5/24 – Fee: $30
         Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am
For parents with children 2.5 to 5 years old:
Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30pm, Room P-3
Click for Course OUTLINE
      Winter session: 1/12 thru 3/23 – Fee: $35
         register now
      Spring session: 4/6 thru 6/1 – Fee: $30
         Registration opens 3/12 at 10:00am



Return to Top of Page
Printable Pre-School HANDBOOK for Parents

DO YOU NEED QUALITY CHILD CARE?
Childcare is open to children two years & nine months to eight years of age. Our childcare program is accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs. AM and PM blocks available. District calendar scheduling available for District employees. Hourly scheduling for onsite Salinas Adult School Students. Offered on a space-available basis.
For information call 796-6970
Monday through Friday, 7:45am to 6:00pm
$50 non-refundable registration fee
_____________________________________

PARENT EDUCATION THROUGH THE PARENT COOPERATIVE

Getting Your Child Ready For Kindergarten!
Our Co-op Preschool Program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and provides Parents As Teachers (P.A.T.) services. Our Fall registration for the 2010–2011 school year begins in the Spring of 2010. The child must be 3 years old by December 2, 2010. The $50 registration fee and tuitions are non-refundable. A $60 material fee is also required.
Preschool Programs 2010–2011
Morning Program

3 year olds
T/TH, 8:00am to 12:00pm/$65 per month
4 year olds
MWF, 8:00am to 12:00pm/$95 per month
Afternoon Program
Multi-Age 3s and 4s
T/TH–2 day, 12:00 to 4:00pm/$65 per month
MWF–3 day, 12:00 to 4:00pm/$95 per month

Pre-Kindergarten
2010 – 2011
Older 4s and 5s
Our multi-age pre-kinder program is designed for older 4s and 5s not quite ready for kindergarten. Consists of developmental learning centers designed to prepare children for school success. The $50 registration fee and tuitions are non-refundable. This is a parent co-op program. A $60 material fee is also required in the Fall.
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 12:00pm
Fee: $155 month
_____________________________________

EFFECTIVE PARENTING TECHNIQUES
TRIPLE P—POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM

Parents of children ages 2 to 12 years old:
Do you want to:
       Promote positive, caring relationships
          between you and your children?
       Learn effective discipline strategies?
       Become a more confident parent?
Then this Parent Education program is for you! The Positive Parenting Program, or Triple P, helps parents improve their confidence and skills for dealing with everyday interactions and behavioral issues with their children. Triple P is one of the only evidence–based parenting programs available worldwide, founded on over 25 years of clinical and empirical research. Join us for this new 8-week class.

In Salinas, please call 796-6970. For other areas of Monterey County, please call Community Human Services at 796-3905 ext. 200.
Classes available in English or Spanish.
Only $10. this year thanks to support from the Mental Health Services Act through Monterey County Behavioral Health.
WHAT PARENTS SAY:
"Every parent should take the time to go through this class."
"I learned how to talk to my children, not at them."
"Love the classes, couldn't wait until the next class."

Triple P classes are for parents only:

Positive Parenting
For parents of children ages 2-5 years
Wednesdays, 1/20 thru 3/17
6:30-9:00pm, SAS, Room P-1
Fee: $10Registration CLOSED

Positive Parenting
For parents of children ages 6-12 years
Thursdays, 2/4 thru 3/25
6:30-9:00pm, SAS, Room P-3
Fee: $10 Registration CLOSED

Padres Positivos
Para los padres de niños edades 2-5 años
en El Gabilan
lunes, 1/27-3/17 – no clase 2/8 o 2/15
6:00-8:30pm
Precio: $10La clase está cerrada

Padres Positivos
Para los padres de niños edades 6 a 12 años
en Alisal FRC
miércoles, 1/25-3/22
Llame para más informacion
Precio: $10
La clase está cerrada
PARENTING THE ADOLESCENT

Families In Control
Parents and teens join together to learn how to:
  • Communicate more effectively
  • Manage anger
  • Improve family relationships
  • Parents and teens attend this 9-week class together. Held at Salinas Adult School
    Tuesdays, 6:30 to 9:30 pm
    WINTER Session: 1/26 thru 3/23
    SPRING Session: 4/6 thru 5/35
    Fee: $65.00 per family per session

    Familias En Control
  • Discusión
  • Comunicación
  • Reglas claras
  • Manejar el enojo
  • Mejorar la relación familiar
  • Padres y adolescentes asisten esta clase de 9 semanas. Clase se lleva acabo en la Escuela de Adultos
    el trimestre de invierno: 28 de enero-25 de marzo
    el trimestre de primavera: 8 de abril-27 de mayo
    Precio: $65.00 por familia por la trimestre
    Ofreció de nuevo en el trimestre de invierno

    HOME/SCHOOL/COMMUNITY ALLIANCES

    Nursing Mothers Support Group
    Offers practical information and encouragement to pregnant and nursing moms. You do not have to be currently breastfeeding to attend. Children are welcome. Meets on Tuesdays during our Sharing Times class, 10:00am to Noon.

    Anger: Managing Yours and Helping Kids with Theirs
    How to prevent anger build up; reduce your anger on the spot; cool down; respond to your child's anger; teach children to manage their anger.
    2 Saturdays, call for dates
    9:00am to 12:00pm
    Fee: $25

    Manejando El Enojo
    Como controlar el enojo de uno y ayudando a sus hijos con el de ellos.
    2 sábados, llame por fechas 796-6970
    9:00am to 12:00pm
    Precio: $25

    Parent Education Distance Learning
    What is distance learning? Distance learning allows you to expand your knowledge through independent home study with lessons and assistance provided by the Salinas Adult School Parent Educator instructor. You receive individual instruction, set your own pace.
    Topic: Without Spanking or Spoiling
    A practical approach to toddler and preschool guidance through age 10. Learn to set guidelines for effective consequences, over 150 ideas for overcoming common behavior problems, overflows with helpful examples and exercise and positive discipline. Allows you to learn child guidance based on your child's temperament and your family values.
    Fee: $25 per session includes the cost of the book
    WINTER SESSION: 8 Week course runs 2/01 thru 3/22
    Registration Closed for Winter class
    SPRING SESSION: 8 week course runs 4/06 thru 5/25
    REGISTER ONLINE beginning 3/12 at 10:00am
    Click to view INDEX of PDFs for this course.


    Come Grow and Play Garden Class
    SPRING ONLY!
    Fridays beginning March 12, 9:30am to 12:30pm
    Children ages 2-5 years
    Fee: $35
    Registration opens March 12, 2010.
    Click for COURSE OUTLINE


    SALINAS ADULT SCHOOL
    20 Sherwood Place
    Salinas, California 93906
    (831)796-6900
    info@salinasadultschool.com