SCHOOL CLOSURES
MVLA Adult School will be closed Presidents' Week, 2/17-2/21 and Spring Break, 4/7-4/11.
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR ADVANCED ESL
Are you an Advanced ESL student who would like to start a career in Healthcare? This course is meant for students who speak and write English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Intermediate High or Advanced ESL level. Would you like to learn medical terminology, earn college credit and attend MVLA Healthcare programs for FREE?Spring Class Information:
3/26/2025 - 6/12/2025
Monday to Thursday, 9-12pm
CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Online registration is available for winter classes beginning on November 15. Classes are open to residents of California only.
CITIZENSHIP WORKSHOP
ESL PLACEMENT TEST
MVLA Adult School offers in-person ESL classes at all levels (Beginning Literacy to Advanced) in the morning, afternoon, and evening. All students interested in attending English classes are required to take a placement test in person. All placement tests for winter are now full. Please check our website on March 10 for information about the next placement test. Click here for more information about the ESL Program.
CNA SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
The CTE program at MVLA adult school has established strong partnerships with skilled nursing facilities that offer scholarships in the form of reimbursed tuition. If employed as a full-time CNA professional by these facilities within 6 months of employment, students will be reimbursed their full tuition via quarterly bonuses as long as they remain employed with the facility. For more information, contact Julie Vo at julie.vo@mvla.net or 650-940-1333 ext. 4012
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
We are looking for volunteer tutors in the ESL, GED and CTE programs. Both morning and evening times needed. Contact our Transition Advisor Gina Riccitelli at gina.riccitelli@mvla.net or 650-940-1333 ext. 4014.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS
MVLA Adult School offers 3 types of technology support for students: 1) General Technology Resources webpage with video library, 2) Free Technology Support Workshops in person or on zoom, 3) Individual 1:1 student support. Visit Technology Support for Students page for more information.
CONTACT INFORMATION
General Inquiries: adulted@mvla.net
Career Technical Education (CTE): julie.vo@mvla.net
English as a Second Language (ESL): mvlaeslprogram@gmail.com
High School Diploma/GED: danielle.dinh@mvla.net
Community Interest & Older Adults: jonathan.fu@mvla.net
Phone: (650) 940-1333
Announcements
Medical Terminology for Advanced ESL - Deadline to Enroll March 14
Our Mission
The Adult School is committed to serving adult learners who will gain the knowledge, skills, and proficiency necessary to achieve personal goals in employment, secondary education, and English language skills in order to become self-reliant and productive members of the community.
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Years Accredited by WASC
Students
Business and Community Partners
National Certification Pass Rate for Medical Assistants (MA)
TUTORING
Onsite tutoring for ESL students is available during morning, afternoon, and evening hours.
Learn MoreTRANSITION ADVISING AND CAREER SERVICES
Transition advising and career services are available to adult school students registered in any of our core classes or programs, up to one year after course completion. Check out some of the services that are available to you through MVLA Adult School!
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The Mountain View Los Altos Adult School has been accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges since 1965.
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