Burbank Adult School

Schedule of Classes FALL 2015

Welcome to the Fall Semester!

Online registration opens on August 3, 2015.

Dont forget to mark your calendar for the Adult School Open House
scheduled on September 2, 2015!

(818) 558-4611

3811 W. Allan Ave., Burbank, CA 91505

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academic department
High School Diploma/EQUIVALENCY Preparation
Academic Counseling Services

Students 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 August 10, 2015):
Telephone: (818) 558-5384
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 1 pm Monday - Thursday 4:15 pm - 8:30 pm

College and Career Counseling Services

Did 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 August 10, 2015):
Telephone: (818) 558-5384
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 3:30 pm (closed from 1 pm - 1:30 pm)
Tuesday - Wednesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Graduation Requirements

American Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 credits

Biological and Physical Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 credits
Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 credits
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 credits
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 credits
Fine Arts/Foreign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits
Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 credits
Practical Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits
United States History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits
World History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits

Total. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 credits

In addition to the above requirements, students must also meet the following
two requirements: 1) Successful passage of the CAHSEE; and
2) Completion of CASAS Assessments.

High School Diploma Classes

(18 weeks, 08/10/15 - 12/11/15)

The Burbank Adult School offers students all the courses
that are required for graduation. Students work on their
classes through software-based, paper-based, and small
group-based instruction. Students must see a counselor
prior to enrolling in the High School Diploma program.
High School Diploma offers three 6-week blocks per semester:
Block 1: August 10 - September 18
Block 2: September 21 - October 30
Block 3: November 2 - December 11
High School Diploma Class hours:
020111 Monday-Friday
8:30 am - 10:30 am A109
020112 Monday-Friday
10:45 am - 12:45 pm A109
020114 Monday-Thursday
6:00 pm - 8:45 pm A109

Teacher Directed Test Preparation Classes

(17 weeks, 08/17/15 - 12/11/15)

Test Preparation: Pre-GED and CAHSEE
023501 M - Th
8:30 am - 10:30 am
020401 T & W
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
HiSET Preparation
023601 T & Th
8:30 am - 10:30 am
023602 T & Th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Power GED Preparation
021202 M, W, F
8:30 am - 10:30 am
021201 T & Th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

BAS/C302
BAS/C302

Chow
Staff

BAS/D400
BAS/D401

Corral
Salvari

BAS/D400
BAS/H801

Corral
Corral

Adult Basic Education Classes

(18 weeks, 08/10/15 - 12/10/15)

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: August 10 - October 8
Block 2: October 12 - December 10
English Language Arts
010111 M - Th
8:30 am - 10:30 am
BAS/C301
Johnson
010114 M & W
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
BAS/C301 Rodney
Mathematics
010115 M - Th
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
BAS/C301
Staff
010113 T & Th
7:45 pm - 9:15 pm
BAS/C301
Carter

High School Concurrent Students - Grade Improvement

Fee: $149 per 5 credit course

Grade Improvement offers two blocks per semester:
Block 1: August 17 - October 15 (Enrollment August 10 - August 28)
Block 2: October 19 - December 10 (Enrollment August 31 - October 23)
022600 8/17-10/15 M - Th 3 pm - 5:45 pm BAS/A109 Chow/Johnson
022601 10/19-12/10 M - Th 3 pm - 5:45 pm BAS/A109 Chow/Johnson
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-athletes should first consult with their high school counselor before
enrolling in this program.

High School Concurrent Students - Credit Recovery

Heard
Chow
Johnson

The California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

All high school students in California public schools are required to pass the CAHSEE.
CAHSEE Test Preparation classes are offered to prepare for this exam. Please see
an academic counselor for details.
Fall 2015 CAHSEE testing dates at the Adult School are:
October 6 & 7, November 3 & 4.

(17 weeks, 08/17/15 - 12/10/15)

020313
M - Th
3 pm - 5:45 pm
BAS/A109 Chow/Johnson
020314
M - Th
6 pm - 8:45 pm
BAS/A109
Johnson
This voluntary program is for concurrently enrolled high school students. Students
eligible for this program are those who have earned a grade of F in a course and want
to recover their credits. Registration paperwork may be found at www.burbankusd.
org/bas and should be completed by student, high school counselor, and parent.
Please see an academic counselor for details. *The evening class is only available
to students with a documented inability to attend the afternoon schedule due to daily
ROP, athletics, etc. See BAS academic counselor for more information.

High School
Equivalency Testing
High School Equivalency Testing
The 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 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/ or via telephone at 1-877-392-6433.
For more information about the HiSET test or scheduling, please visit the official
HiSET website at http://hiset.ets.org/test_takers or via telephone at
1-855-MY-HiSET (694-4738).

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Residential Customer
3811 W. Allan Ave. Burbank CA 91505

Burbank Adult School

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Career Technical Education (CTE)

(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.)

Health Occupations

Computer Courses

Pre-Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Fee: $895 + textbooks

(17 weeks, 8/17/15 - 12/10/15; no class on: 9/7/15, 11/11/15, 11/26/15 & 11/27/15)
Mandatory Orientation: Wednesday, 08/12/15 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 employment in a skilled nursing facility or other long-term hospital facility. Includes resident care, nutrition, rehabilitation and emergency care. Graduates will be prepared
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 security card
and photo ID. Students must demonstrate proficiency in written and verbal English. Fee includes required uniform, equipment and clinical (hospital) training.
(Average Annual Salary: $19,200)

Pharmacy Technician Training Fee: $995 + textbooks

(27 weeks, 9/12/15 - 5/7/16; no class on: 10/10/15, 10/24/15, 11/28/15, 12/26/15, 1/2/16,
1/16/16, 2/13/16 & 3/26/16) Mandatory Orientation: Saturday, 08/29/15 at 9 am.
063902
Saturday
8 am-3:30 pm
BAS/D401 Abdelmalak
The Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist
with mixing and packaging prescriptions, maintaining client records, referring clients to the pharmacist for counseling, assisting with inventory control
and purchasing, as well as collecting payment and
coordinating billing. Curriculum includes materials
to prepare graduates for national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination.
Fee includes materials and externship placement
assistance. Prior to placement in an externship, all
students must undergo a background check and life
scan through the Department of Justice (DOJ) and
the F.B.I.
http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/
institutional/index.php#
(Average Annual Salary: $35,433)
Clinical Medical Assistant Training

Fee: $995 + textbooks

(20 weeks, 9/12/15 - 3/12/16; no class on: 10/10/15, 10/24/15, 11/28/15, 12/26/15,
1/2/16, 1/16/16 & 2/13/16) Mandatory Orientation: Saturday, 08/29/15 at 9 am.
064801
Saturday
8:30 am-4 pm
BAS/B203
Staff
The Clinical Medical Assistant works in the back office and assists the physician with procedures, cares for patients, performs simple laboratory tests and
learns to do injections. Fee includes materials and externship placement assistance. Textbooks: http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#.
(Average Annual Salary: $35,870)

Digital Graphic/Web Design Courses

 EARN more to EARN more! Complete the
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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 Design (12 weeks)
Web Animation (6 weeks)

Introduction to Adobe Creative Suite 6

(6 weeks, 9/14/15 - 10/19/15) 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, 9/2/15 - 12/2/15; no class on: 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee: $199
066501
Wednesday
6 pm-9 pm
BAS/F602
Suarez
Learn Photoshop from the photographers perspective. Get up and running with a
workflow that optimizes and enhances the quality of your photos, including retouching and compositing. *This course will use online video tutorials from www.Lynda.
com (student pricing, total cost $40, paid directly to the site). 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 Design

(12 weeks, 9/12/15 - 12/19/15; no class on: 10/10/15, 10/24/15 & 11/28/15) Fee: $199
066401
Saturday
9 am-12 pm
BAS/F600
Staff
In this beginner web design course, learn how to add, structure, and style content
using Adobe Dreamweaver CS6. Students will build a basic web site using CS6
and JavaScript for interactivity. *This course will use online video tutorials from
www.Lynda.com (student pricing, total cost $40, paid directly to the site). Instructor
will provide additional details the first day of class. Students should have access to
Dreamweaver CS6 at home in order to practice and complete homework assignments.
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills.

Web Animation with Adobe Flash

Medical Office Professional

LEARN more to EARN more! Prepare yourself for an in-demand career as a medical
office professional. Complete the following three courses within one year to receive a
certificate of program completion from the Burbank Adult School. These classes are
currently offered during both fall and spring terms:

Medical Terminology

Fee: $189 + textbook

(14 weeks, 8/31/15 - 12/14/15; no class on: 9/7/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15)
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, 9/1/15 - 12/8/15; no class on: 11/26/15)
069102 T & Th
5:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/H805
Learn to be a medical office professional. This class teaches the skills necessary to work in and run a medical front
office. These skills include: scheduling
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#.

Levein

(6 weeks, 11/2/15 - 12/7/15) Fee: $109

068402 Monday
6 pm-9 pm
BAS/F602
Carter
9 5% 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 youre
interested in building a website or creating cartoons, Flash is a fun and powerful tool.

Photography and Photoshop Integration

(6 weeks, 9/10/15 - 10/15/15) Fee: $79

066405 Thursday
6 pm-9 pm
BAS/F600
Sheetz
(6 weeks, 10/29/15 - 12/10/15; no class on: 11/26/15) Fee: $79
066406 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
Im a Beginner!

(12 weeks, 9/12/15 - 12/19/15; no class on: 10/10/15, 10/24/15 & 11/28/15) Fee: $89
060201
Saturday
8:30 am-10 am
BAS/F602 Miller
This course is for absolute beginners to personal computers (PCs). 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, 9/12/15 - 12/19/15; no class on: 10/10/15, 10/24/15 & 11/28/15) Fee: $89
060301
Saturday
10:15 am-11:45 am
BAS/F602 Miller
Improve your computer typing skills while also learning the essentials of creating
MS Word documents (e.g., letters, rsums, schedules, etc.)

Medical Billing and Coding

Fee: $189 + textbook
(14 weeks, 8/31/15 - 12/14/15; no class on 9/7/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15)
069501 M & W
5:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/H805
Levein
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 earn medical billing using ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to complete the CMS1500 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

(9/16/15 & 9/23/15) Fee: $49

090901
Wednesday
6 pm-9 pm
JMS/Library
Quayle
Jordan Middle School (Library) **Entrance on Oak Street near Mariposa Street.

CPR/First Aid - Child, Infant & Adult

(10/27/15 & 10/28/15) Fee: $49

090902 T & W
6 pm-9 pm
JMS/Library
Quayle
Jordan Middle School (Library) **Entrance on Oak Street near Mariposa Street.

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PC Essentials/Basic Computers

(6 weeks, 9/14/15 - 10/21/15) Fee: $119

067500 M & W
9 am-12 pm
BAS/F602
House
(6 weeks, 10/26/15 - 12/7/15; no class on: 11/11/15) Fee: $119
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.

Training

Learn the skills for todays economy!

Construction Trades

Microsoft Computer Applications

(6 weeks, 9/14/15 - 10/21/15) Fee: $119

064703 M & W
6 pm-9 pm
BAS/F600
Ploos
(6 weeks, 10/26/15 - 12/9/15; no class on: 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee: $119
064705 M & W
6 pm-9 pm
BAS/F600
Ploos
The programs with which most employers expect job applicants to be familiar are Microsoft 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, 9/3/15 - 10/8/15) Fee: $99

Electrical 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 76 hours a semester, two semesters a year. Apprentices will be
required to gain on-the-job training experience. Apprentices will be dispatched to subscribing employers (when there are jobs available) so they can receive on-the-job-training. 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)

064513 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, 10/15/15 - 11/19/15) 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.

Green Careers!
Eco-Friendly
Landscaping

Microsoft Office for Business

(12 weeks, 9/1/15 - 11/19/15) Fee: $119 + textbook

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

Introduction to Accounting with QuickBooks

(12 weeks, 9/1/15 - 11/17/15) 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 as a tool to solve accounting problems. Prerequisite: Basic computer
skills.

arts, media &

entertainment

Fee: $79
(14 weeks, 9/12/15 - 12/19/15;
no class on 11/28/15)
068701
Saturday

8:30 am-12:30 pm

BAS/H801
Schroeder
Learn how to plan and install residential
landscapes with an emphasis on sustainable 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 Technology
Cable and Computer Networking

(14 weeks, 9/12/15 - 12/19/15; no class on 11/28/15) 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)

Makeup and fashion

Professional Cinema Makeup

Fee: $425*
(14 weeks, 8/31/15 - 12/8/15; no class on 9/7/15 & 11/26/15)
069301 M, T, Th
6:15 pm-9:15 pm BAS/G702 Greene
Students in this course will learn the fundamental skills and training that will lead
to becoming professional makeup artists. Students will begin with corrective
makeup techniques and advance to fashion, print, film and television, as well as
period makeup. Upon successful completion 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 materials 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, 9/2/15 - 12/2/15; no class on: 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee: $325*
060501
Wednesday
5:30 pm-9 pm
BAS/G702 Greene
Learn how to use basic hairstyling tools,
products and work with synthetic and human hair of all different lengths and textures. Learn fashion hairstyles for runway,
print, film and TV. We will also learn period
hairstyling, braiding, up-dos 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 registration 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 $175).
It is mandatory the styling head, stand,
and brush set are purchased from the
instructor on the first day of class ($169), cash only.

Computer Repair Technician

Fee: $189
(16 weeks, 8/17/15 - 12/14/15; no class on: 9/7/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15)
065301 M & W
5:30 pm-9:15 pm
BAS/F603 Fischetto
This is a comprehensive hands-on training curriculum. The course utilizes structured
lectures followed by related hands-on lab assignments. We will cover the required skills
in computing technology and networking to meet the course objectives from the A+
exam. Instruction includes an introduction to basic computer theory, installation of the
hardware components of a computer system: motherboards, microprocessors, memory,
hard drives, sound and video, networking and wireless adapters. We will also cover
installation and maintenance of operating systems such as XP, Windows 7, Servers
2003, 2008, and 2012. Cloning and data recovery, antivirus, spyware, and securing
your system will also be covered. For more information, please contact the instructor at
Burbankadulted@aol.com. (Average Annual Salary: $47,610)

Network Technician Servers and Cisco Routing

(16 weeks, 8/18/15 - 12/8/15; no class on 11/26/15) 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. Instruction
includes: an introduction to the hardware components of networking, basic networking
theory with transition to specific skills in Cisco routing, Local Area Networks, and Wide
Area Networks. Install and configure File servers, FTP, TFTP, NAT, DHCP and WEB site
servers. Students install NIC cards, network cabling, hubs, bridges, switches and Cisco
routers, and connect equipment to the Internet. Prepare for employment and the Cisco
CCNA, CompTIA Network+ and ETA Certified Network Systems Technician exams. For more information, please contact the instructor at Burbankadulted@aol.com.
(Average Annual Salary: $75,790)

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Session I: August 24, 2015 November 25, 2015

Evening Classes at
burbank high school Campus

Pre-registration: August 17 & 18

from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and August
17 & 18 from 5 pm to 7 pm, in the ESL
Office.
Classes begin: Monday, August 24, 2015

Burbank High School: 902 N Third St.

(818) 558-4700 ext. 51347
(Enter at corner of N. Glenoaks Boulevard and E. Harvard Road)

A class fee per student per

session may apply.
Call (818) 558-4615 for more
information.

Pre-registration: August 19 & 20 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm,

in the ESL Office (Room 247).
Classes begin: Monday, August 24, 2015
No classes on: 9/7/15, 9/16/15 & 11/11/15

Session I: August 24, 2015 - November 24, 2015

Morning Classes at Mingay Campus

Literacy

No class on: 9/7/15 & 11/11/15

Literacy

030011 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Beginning Low - Level 1

030111 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Beginning High - Level 2

030211 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Intermediate Low - Level 3

030311 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Intermediate High - Level 4

030411 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Advanced Low - Level 5

030511 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

Advanced High - Level 6

030611 M-Th

9:15 am-12:00 pm

A class fee per student per session may apply.

Call (818) 558-4615 for more information.
030023 M-Th

BAS/H802

Camacho

BAS/G703

Staff

BAS/D401

Bagdasarian

BAS/H804

Hakopyan

BAS/H803

Noss

BAS/H801

Lerner

BAS/D402

Corella

Vocational ESL (VESL) - Health Careers

(14 weeks, 8/24/15 - 11/25/15; no class on: 9/7/15 & 11/11/15)

032801 M-Th
9:15 am-12:00 pm
BAS/H805

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Beginning Low-Level 1
030123 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Beginning High-Level 2
030223 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Intermediate Low-Level 3
030323 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

BHS/333 Mendoza
BHS/239

Camacho

BHS/330

Bogchalyan

BHS/234

Hakopyan

Intermediate High/Advanced-Level 4/5

030423 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

BHS/238

Bennett

Vocational ESL (VESL) - Hotel Workers

(14 weeks, 8/24/15 - 11/24/15; no class on: 9/7/15, 9/16/15 & 11/11/15)
032802 M-Th
6:15 pm-9:00 pm
BHS/245
Staff
This intermediate - advance level ESL class is for students interested in learning
more about hotel and hospitality careers. It focuses on vocabulary, grammar,
and conversational skills used in various hotel jobs with guests, supervisors, and
other workers. Students will also learn to develop their own rsum and practice
interviewing skills in preparation for a job search in this area.

Duffy

evening Classes at Mingay Campus

No class on: 9/7/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15

Literacy

030013 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Beginning Low - Level 1

030113 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Beginning High - Level 2

030213 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Intermediate Low - Level 3

030313 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Intermediate High - Level 4

030413 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Advanced High - Level 5/6

030613 M-Th

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

BAS/H802

Staff

BAS/D400

Hazen

BAS/G703

Noss

BAS/H804

Sardarian

BAS/H803

Corella

BAS/D402 Fallahi

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.

ESL Special topics

ESL Citizenship Preparation

Accreditation

(Session 1: 8/24/15 - 11/25/15;

no class on: 9/7/15 & 11/11/15)
031511 M & W
12:15 pm-2:15 pm

BAS/H802 Gracen

Burbank Adult School is fully accredited by the Western

Association of Schools and Colleges through 2020.

ESL Computer Literacy

School-wide Learner
Outcomes (SLOs)

ESL Conversation

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.

(Session 1: 8/28/15 - 11/20/15)

031011 Friday
9:00 am-11:00 am

BAS/F602 Noss
(Session 1: 8/25/15 - 11/24/15)
030814 T & Th
5:00 pm-6:00 pm
030813 Friday
9:00 am-10:45 am

Noss
Hakopyan

Students will be effective communicators who:

C omprehend, analyze, and respond appropriately to verbal, print and visual media.
Actively participate in their communities as productive and civically-engaged members.

BAS/D402

Corella

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.

BAS/G703

Sardarian

BAS/G703
BAS/G703

ESL Writers Workshop

(Session 1: 8/25/15 - 11/24/15)

030912 T & Th
12:15 pm-2:45 pm

ESL Pronunciation

(Session 1: 9/12/15 - 11/21/15)

031812
Saturday
9:00 am-12:00 pm

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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.

parent education Learn while having fun!

Classes from August 17, 2015 through December 11, 2015
Registration: Open Enrollment
Parents are with their children part of the
class, then, while the children are supervised,
parents participate in group discussions on
child development and family relationships.
For more information, please contact the
Parent Education Office at (818) 558-4733.
LindaMatsumoto@burbankusd.org
Requirements for Registration:
Updated copy of childs immunization record.
Copy of parents TB test taken.
All class and lab fees are payable at
registration and are not refundable.

Parent Education Workshops

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

Discipline Strategies focusing on Preventing

Misbehavior
Fee: $10 per person, $15 per couple payable to the instructor
070601 Th

10/29/15 5:45 pm-7:45 pm

BAS/B202 Rice

Parent Education Evening Series

How to Talk so Kids Will Listen

THE AGE OF THE CHILD DETERMINES THE CLASS

(6 weeks, 9/30/15 - 11/4/15) Fee: $45 payable to instructor

072913
Wednesday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/B202 Morman

Siblings without Rivalry

day Classes

(4 weeks, 11/18/15 - 12/16/15; no class on: 11/25/15) Fee: $35 payable to instructor
071001
Wednesday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/B202 Morman

Parenting Your Infant I Fee: $125

(Newborn-6 months by September 1, 2015)
073012
Wednesday
12 pm-2:15 pm

BAS/B201 Tutak

Parenting Your Infant II Fee: $125

(7-11 months by September 1, 2015)
073011 Thursday
12 pm-2:15 pm

BAS/B201 Tutak

Parenting Your Infant III Fee: $125

(12-17 months by September 1, 2015)
072015
Wednesday
9 am-11:15 am

BAS/B201 Tutak

Parenting Your Toddler Fee: $125

(18-24 months by September 1, 2015)
071111 Tuesday
9 am-11:15 am

BAS/H806 Tutak

Parenting Your 2 Year Old

(2 years by September 1, 2015)
071411 Monday
9 am-11:15 am
072411 Tuesday
9 am-11:15 am
074411 Thursday
9 am-11:15 am

Lab Fee: $10

Fee: $125 Lab Fee: $10

BAS/H806
BAS/B201
BAS/B201

Stephenson
Jennings
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
073511 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
074611 Friday
9 am-11:15 am
BAS/B200 Matsumoto

Multi-Age Class: Infant-4 Year Old

075711 Monday
075712 Thursday

9 am-11:15 am
9 am-11:15 am

Parent Education Morning Series

Workshops
Raising Boys

(4 weeks, 9/9/15 - 9/30/15)

Fee: $35 payable to instructor
075901
Wednesday
9:30 am-11:30 am
BAS/B202
Wright
In-depth focus will include: physical, emotional and social development plus exploring
how boys learning methods differ.

Fee: $125 Lab Fee: $10

BAS/B200 Tutak
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: 9/12, 10/3, 11/7 and 12/5.
Call (818) 558-4733 for details.

Saturday Baby Class Under two years of age

Fee: $40
078501
Saturday
9:30 am-11:30 am
BAS/B201 Tutak
C
 lass meets one Saturday a month on the following dates: 9/12, 10/3, 11/7 and 12/5.
Call (818) 558-4733 for details.

Fun Workshops FOR KIDS!

Elementary Science Workshops

Fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor

079301 Thursday
9/10/15
3 pm-4 pm
BAS/B200 Tutak
079302 Thursday
10/8/15
3 pm-4 pm
BAS/B200 Tutak
079303 Thursday
11/12/15
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!

Raising Girls

(3 weeks, 10/7/15 - 10/21/15)

Fee: $30 payable to instructor
076901
Wednesday
9:30 am-11:30 am
BAS/B202
Wright
Raising self-confident girls and building self-esteem while they are young. Learn how
to keep the communication channels open and deal with social pressures at school.

How Children Learn

(3 weeks, 11/6/15 - 11/20/15)

Fee: $30 payable to instructor
077052 Friday
9:30 am-11:30 am
BAS/E501
Wright
E xplore the ways children learn and identify their strengths and weaknesses. Learn
how the brain develops and how to support this development. Explore ways to
develop environments which promote learning.

BUSD Parent
Empowerment Series:

Preschool Science Workshops

Fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor

079305 Friday
9/18/15
12 pm-1 pm
BAS/B200 Tutak
079306 Friday
11/20/15
12 pm-1 pm
BAS/B200 Tutak
 Land Sea Sky. Why, Why, Why? Science activities, crafts and art for pre-schoolers.

Advancing and Supporting K-12 Student

Achievement - One Student at a Time!

Nature Explore Walk

Fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor

070101 Friday
10/16/15
12 pm-2 pm TBA Tutak
D
 iscover the beauty of our local natural areas to explore. Make a nature craft and
enjoy a picnic lunch afterwards.

Open to ALL BUSD Parents!

(FREE Classes! Clases GRATIS!

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Presentations are designed to address the needs of parents in the district,

especially those who are new to public education, Burbank, and/or California.
Translation in Armenian and Spanish will be available. For more information
please call the Parent Education Office at (818) 558-4733 or by email:
LindaMatsumoto@burbankusd.org.

The Fall 2015 workshops will be:

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Welcome to BUSD!

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Getting to Know the Elementary School

Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Getting to Know the Middle and High
Schools
Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Harvest Art

071701 Friday
10/23/15
Fun, creative art with Karin Wright.

Fee: $5 per workshop payable to instructor

12 pm-1 pm
BAS/H806
Wright

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Computer and Cell Phone Safety

QuestionS? Call (818) 558-4611

personal enrichment classes

(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.)

Fine Arts, Music and Media

Beginning Photography

(12 weeks, 9/14/15 - 11/30/15)

Class Fee: $99 + Materials: $20
990301 Monday
6 pm-9 pm
JBHS/2113 Gross
This introductory class is designed for those wanting to enter the world of photography.
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 will be scheduled around the second
weekend of the class.

Black and White Photography and Image Enhancement

(14 weeks, 9/15/15 - 12/15/15)

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, 9/17/15 - 12/10/15; no class on 11/26/15)

Class Fee: $99 + Materials: $20
990501 Thursday
6 pm-9 pm
JBHS/2113 Roznowski
Ever wonder what goes through a photographers 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, 9/2/15 - 12/9/15; no class on 9/16/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15)
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, 9/8/15 - 10/13/15) Fee: $59

994300 Tuesday
5:45 pm-7:45 pm
BAS/E503
Williams
(6 weeks, 10/20/15 - 11/24/15) 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, 9/18/15 - 10/23/15) Fee: $59

994400 Friday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/C302
Williams
(6 weeks, 10/30/15 - 12/11/15; no class on: 11/27/15) 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.

Womens Chorus

(14 weeks, 9/8/15 - 12/8/15) Fee: $89

992011 Tuesday
9 am-11:30 am
BAS/Auditorium Tyson
Join the Womens 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

(6 weeks, 9/15/15 - 10/20/15) Fee: $59*

993199 Tuesday
6 pm-7:30 pm
BAS/Auditorium MacDonald
(6 weeks, 10/27/15 - 12/1/15) Fee: $59*
993198 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

(Multi-Level Class)

(12 weeks, 9/17/15 - 12/10/15; no class on: 11/26/15) Fee: $89

995100 Thursday
6 pm-8:30 pm
BAS/Auditorium
Weiss
(12 weeks, 9/12/15 - 12/5/15; no class on: 11/28/15) Fee: $89
995101
Saturday
9:30 am-12 pm
BAS/Auditorium
Weiss
Class is open to beginners through advanced students. Those who have had previous
training or theatrical experience will be expected to workshop more intense scenes/
monologues. Beginning students will work on the basic acting techniques, as well as
monologues and scenes. Note: Maximum of 15 students per section.

Burbank Script Lab

(12 weeks, 9/17/15 - 12/10/15; no class on: 11/26/15) Fee: $99

997099 Thursday
6 pm-8:30 pm
BAS/B203
Nordvall
Have a story to tell, but not sure how to tell it? The Burbank Script Lab can help. We will
cover script format and structure, successful story telling techniques, how to give (and
take) good feedback, and opportunities in emerging markets. Lab members will also be
able to develop and workshop their materials in a supportive environment.

Fun and Interesting Introduction to

the Piano/Keyboard+

(4 weeks, 10/5/15 - 10/26/15) Fee: $39

993401 Monday
7 pm-8 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 beginners only. Note: Maximum of 15 students per class.
+
Students must bring their own portable keyboards.

Evening Dance Classes - Session I

Fees: 1 class - $59, 2 classes - $90

(Discount is for walk-in registration only at 3811 W. Allan Avenue).

Ballroom Sampler (6 weeks, 9/14/15 - 10/19/15) Fee: $59

994704 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, 9/14/15 - 10/19/15) Fee: $59

994703 Monday
7:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/Auditorium
Shoemake
Want to learn the slinky, bluesy California state dance? Well show you how to West
Coast Swing. Dont know how to dance to some of those great slower 70s, 80s & 90s
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, 9/16/15 - 10/21/15) 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, 9/16/15 - 10/21/15) Fee: $59

994701
Wednesday
7:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/Auditorium
Shoemake
 earn skills to dance LA Salsa with flair & ease. Cross-body lead and turns make the
L
dance a great workout. Come join the fun!

Evening Dance Classes - Session II

Fees: 1 class - $59, 2 classes - $90
(Discount is for walk-in registration only at
3811 W. Allan Avenue).

Ballroom Sampler (6 weeks, 10/26/15 - 11/30/15) Fee: $59

994705 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, 10/26/15 - 11/30/15) Fee:$59

994706 Monday
7:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/Auditorium
Shoemake
Want to learn the slinky bluesy California state dance? Well show you how to West
Coast Swing. Dont know how to dance to some of those great slower 70s, 80s & 90s
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, 10/28/15 - 12/16/15; no class on: 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee:$59

994902
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, 10/28/15 - 12/16/15; no class on: 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee:$59

994708
Wednesday
7:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/Auditorium
Shoemake
 earn skills to dance LA Salsa with flair & ease. Cross-body lead and turns make the
L
dance a great workout. Come join the fun!

DO-IT-YOURSELF/CRAFT/
HOBBY CLASSES
Sewing

(6 weeks, 10/3/15 - 11/7/15) 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, machines, 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, family, pets, for gifts your choices are unlimited! Note: Maximum of 12 students.

Unclutter, Downsize and Organize!

(2 weeks, 10/13/15 & 10/20/15) Fee: $29

992900 Tuesday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/G701 Friedlob
Learn how to let go of all the unnecessary stuff thats weighing you down. Insights, tips
and lots of laughs will help you create the uncluttered life thats right for you. Its never
too late for a clean slate!

Wire Wrap Jewelry 1

(One-day workshop, 9/19/15) Fee: $29*

995501
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 whatever tools they own. Otherwise tools will
be available for purchase. *Materials fee of $20 payable to instructor in cash at
the first class meeting. If you have any questions, please email the instructor at
amirasdesigns@gmail.com.

Wire Wrap Jewelry 2

(One-day workshop, 9/26/15) Fee: $29*

995502
Saturday
9 am-12 pm
BAS/H803
Hoffman
Once youve learned the skill of wire wrapping, youre
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 whatever tools they own.
Otherwise tools will be available for purchase. *Materials
fee of $20 payable to instructor in cash at the first
class meeting. If you have any questions, please email
the instructor at amirasdesigns@gmail.com.

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Learn something new! Meet new friends!

Basic 3D Computer-Aided Design

(12 weeks, 9/18/15 - 12/11/15; no class on 11/27/15) 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.

Fine Dining and Tea Classes

Etiquette 101 and Beyond

(8 weeks, 9/10/15 - 10/29/15) 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. *Cost for restaurant will
not exceed $40 including tax and tip.

FITNESS, WELLNESS and

Personal Defense CLASSES
Zumba Dance Fitness

(6 weeks, 9/15/15 - 10/20/15) Fee: $49

999501 Tuesday
7:30 pm-8:30 pm

BAS/Auditorium Morales
(6 weeks, 10/27/15 - 12/1/15) 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. Its not necessary
to know how to dance because this class is easy to
follow and everybody has a blast!

Tai Chi Chuan

(8 weeks, 9/15/15 - 11/3/15) Fee: $89

998800 Tuesday
12 pm-1:30 pm
BAS/B201 Moreland
The gentle movements of Tai Chi Chuan 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, 9/12/15 - 12/5/15; no class on: 11/28/15) 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.

learn a language!
Beginning Conversational Spanish

(12 weeks, 9/2/15 - 12/9/15; no class on 9/16/15, 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee: $99 + textbook
991601
Wednesday
6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 Martinez
This course is designed for students who want to learn
basic vocabulary to successfully 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). http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/
institutional/index.php#

Intermediate Low
Conversational Spanish

(12 weeks, 9/14/15 - 11/30/15) 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. http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Intermediate High Conversational Spanish

(12 weeks, 9/17/15 - 12/10/15; no class on: 11/26/15) Fee: $99 + textbook
991801 Thursday
6:30 pm-8:30 pm BHS/1240 Martinez
This course is a continuation of the previous Intermediate Low Spanish course (Spring
2015). Advanced conversational and grammatical topics and techniques will be used.
http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Beginning French

(10 weeks, 9/12/15 - 11/14/15) Fee: $89 + textbook

991703
Saturday
9 am-11 am
BAS/H802
Cox
A quick and easy conversation class that will teach you the fundamentals of the French
language. Great for travel, business, general knowledge.
http://burbankusd.textbookx.com/institutional/index.php#

Beginning Conversational American

Sign Language (A)

Beginning Conversational
Italian

(8 weeks, 8/22/15 - 10/17/15; no class on: 9/5/15)

Fee: $79
991201
Saturday
9 am-10:30 am

BAS/H805 Micaletti
(8 weeks, 10/24/15 - 12/19/15; no class on: 11/28/15)
Fee: $79
991203
Saturday
9 am-10:30 am

BAS/H805 Micaletti
Heres your chance to learn Italian! Students will learn common everyday expressions
and will be speaking Italian from the very first lesson!

Intermediate Conversational Italian

(8 weeks, 8/22/15 - 10/17/15; no class on: 9/5/15) Fee: $79

991202
Saturday
10:30 am-12 pm
BAS/H805 Micaletti
(8 weeks, 10/24/15 - 12/19/15; no class on: 11/28/15) Fee: $79
991204
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.

money matters
Real Estate and Related Careers

(4 weeks, 9/2/15 - 9/30/15; no class on: 9/23/15) Fee: $29

998601
Wednesday
7 pm-8:30 pm
BAS/A117 Gussow
(4 weeks, 10/7/15 - 10/28/15) 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 careers 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 administration positions, escrow, title, appraisal, procedures for licensing and miscellaneous topic areas.

Savvy Social Security for Boomers

(One-day workshop, 10/3/15) 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, 10/3/15) Fee: $29*

997305
Saturday
11 am-1 pm
BAS/H804
Schwert
IRA distributions must begin at 70, 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
informative class, well 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 youve left your job.
Cynthia Schwert is a Certified Financial Planner with
over 30 years of experience 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, 9/9/15 - 9/23/15) Fee: $39

996602
Wednesday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/E501
Newman
(3 weeks, 11/3/15 - 11/17/15) Fee: $39
996603 Tuesday
6 pm-8 pm
BAS/A117
Newman
Where is the stock market headed? Where are interest rates going? Should I be worried about inflation? How do I get my portfolio back on track? Starting with the fundamentals of investing, learn to identify different types, analyze them, and understand
potential hazards & opportunities unique to each of them.

Workshops & SEMINARS

Rsum Writing 101

(One-day workshop, 9/19/15)

Saturday
11:30 am-1:30 pm

BAS/C302
Noss
Your rsum 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 rsum noticed using key action words and
eye-catching formats.
997801

Free!

Mastering the Online Job Search

(10 weeks, 9/14/15 - 11/16/15) Fee: $89*

993601 Monday
6:30 pm-8:30 pm

BHS/2205
Betton
(10 weeks, 9/15/15 - 11/17/15) Fee: $89*
993603 Tuesday
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.

(One-day workshop, 10/3/15)

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.

Beginning Conversational American Sign Language (B)

(10 weeks, 9/23/15 - 12/9/15; no class on 11/11/15 & 11/25/15) Fee: $89*
993602
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 incorporates 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.

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Get the Job! Interview Skills and

Techniques (One-day workshop, 10/31/15) Free!

999201 Saturday
11:30 am-1:30 pm
BAS/C302
Noss
In todays highly challenging and competitive job market,
its 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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personal enrichment classes

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 9/19/15
Sat
8:30 am-4:30 pm BAS/C301 Gray
993701 10/24/15
Sat
8:30 am-4:30 pm BAS/C301 Gray
993702 11/21/15
Sat
8:30 am-4:30 pm BAS/C301 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!

Explore a New Career!

Start Your Own Fashion
Styling Business

(3 weeks, 9/16/15 - 9/30/15) Fee: $49

997798
Wednesday
7 pm-9 pm

BAS/D401
Blanchard
(3 weeks, 10/7/15 - 10/21/15) 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.

All About Social Media

(10 weeks, 9/21/15 - 11/23/15) Fee: $89

6 pm-8 pm
BAS/D401
Holleran
Wouldnt you love to get a comprehensive
overview of what social media is and how
to use it effectively? Learn from social media
manager, journalist, and writer, Scott Holleran,
as he delivers an integrated, comprehensive
lesson for users, whether you are in the
beginning, intermediate, or advanced level of
using social media, including Twitter, Facebook,
and LinkedIn. This course will cover basic writing, media, and
marketing (and lots of opportunities for Q&A).

993801 Monday

Youre on the Air!

How to Really Make It
in Voice-Overs! (One-day workshop, 11/2/15) Fee: $69

Writing Boot Camp

993200 Monday
6:30 pm-8:30 pm BAS/B203 Rosen
Voice-overs are hot today! In this class, youll 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 youve 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 wont want to miss this
class. It could be a game changer!

(10 weeks, 9/24/15 - 12/3/15; no class on: 11/26/15) Fee: $89

993805 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.

general information
Fall 2015 Calendar*

Location & Website

Burbank Adult School

3811 W. Allan Ave. Burbank, CA 91505

Tel: (818) 558-4611
Fax: (818) 558-4620
Web: www.burbankusd.org/bas
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com/burbankadultschool

Office Hours

(Beginning August 10, 2015)

Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 8:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 3 pm

Academic Counseling
Office Hours

(Beginning August 10, 2015)

Tel: (818) 558-5384
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 1 pm
Monday - Thursday: 4:15 - 8:30 pm

August 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .School Reopens; Learning Center & ABE classes begin

August 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic and Parent Education classes begin
August 17 - 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL Registration (Session I)
August 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL Session I classes begin
September 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adult School Open House!
September 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day (School closed)
September 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back-to-School Night (No Adult Classes at BHS & JBHS)
November 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Veterans Day (School closed)
November 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ESL Session I Ends
Adult School Closes Early - No Evening Classes
November 26 & 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Holidays (School closed)
November 30 - January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (ESL)
December 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fall Semester Ends (ABE, Learning Center and Academic)
December 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fall Semester Ends (Parent Ed)
December 14 - January 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Winter Recess (Academic and Parent Ed)

BUSD Board of Education

Charlene Tabet, President

Larry Applebaum, Vice President
Steve Ferguson, Clerk
Dr. Armond Aghakhanian, Member
Dr. Roberta Reynolds, Member

District Office/Site Administration

Matt Hill, Superintendent
Dr. John Paramo, Director of Secondary
Education
Emilio Urioste, Jr., Director of Adult
Education, ILA, CTE

Register Today! (818) 558-4611

* Start/end dates for individual classes vary.

Please check course information for specific schedule.

www.burbankusd.org/bas New Registration Site

Online registration opens on August 3, 2015!

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 www.burbankusd.org/bas
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 -

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.

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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.

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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#

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Important! Fees and Refunds

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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.

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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.

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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.

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1 BAS (Main Campus)

Burbank Adult School (Mingay
Center), 3811 W. Allan Ave.
2 BHS Burbank High School,
902 N. Third St.
3 JBHS John Burroughs High
School, 1920 Clark Ave.
4 ABC Associated Builders and
Contractors, 12979 Arroyo Street,
San Fernando, CA 91340
5 JMS Jordan Middle School,
420 South Mariposa St.

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

QuestionS? Call (818) 558-4611

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