January 2022 

Spotlight Recipients

Changes Lives! 


Career technical Education (CTE) January Spotlight

Sharlotte S Smith

Sharlotte says, "I enjoy the material that is being taught during lectures and demonstrations in class and applying the skills in the skills lab. My overall goal after completing this Nursing Program is to pass the NCLEX exam, obtain my Nursing License and work as a Nurse so that I can contribute in a meaningful way to society. I want to feel a sense of pride in what I do. "

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GED Program (AM)

January Spotlight Student

Ratana Sok

Ratana says, "I started my first year of VAS with the ESL program. My ESL teacher introduced me to the GED program. I'm currently studying for my GED. I have enjoyed the class and the online software, it really helps a lot when I self study. It is easy to understand, gives a lot of details about the lesson and encourages me to study more. I am now halfway finished to get my GED. A challenge for me sometimes is the language barrier while studying but to overcome this I never give up. If I happen to fail or be too slow I can always start over. I can say that my family, teachers and friends have had the biggest impact in my life and shaping who I am. After I get my GED I want to continue school and start studying the business program. I think VAS is the best place for adult students who want to continue their education and no matter your age it is always the right time to go back and get your education."

GED Program (PM)

January Spotlight Student

Martin Velasco Ruiz

Martin says, "I discovered this program shortly after receiving an opportunity for a promotion at work. I needed the GED to qualify for the promotion, so I visited the VAS website and enrolled. I enjoy that the course is at your own pace and, when I finally feel ready, I can take the exam. My mother has made the greatest impact on my life. She has lived a difficult life but has never given up and always grabbed life by the horns, even to this day. Some things I always try to practice, especially when meeting new people, are honesty and respect. As cheesy as it sounds, it's never too late to do the things you have always wanted to do. If you're thinking about doing it, give it a shot. ¡Si se puede!"

congratulatory messages and shout outs!

" Sharlotte is eager to learn, has a spirit of inquiry and an attitude of gratitude! WOO HOOO!! "

-Teacher, Kim Felsted

" Ratana has worked her way through ESL, ABE and now HSE/GED all while working full time. She passed her first two GED tests, and she is well on her way to passing her third test. Congratulations on all your hard work Ratana! "

-Teacher, Nikki Thompson

" Martin regularly logged in hours on Aztec each week since he enrolled on August 12th. Between then and right before Christmas, he passed all four of his GED Subject Area Tests in order to earn his GED certificate.  During this time, he was also studying for his Citizenship test and passed all of his requirements to become a U.S. Citizen. Martin has done all of this while still working a full-time job, and it is because of his persistence and hard work that he was nominated for January Award."

-Teacher, Karyn Ruiz

Visalia Adult School

Visalia Adult School is committed to providing a wide range of academic and career technical programs including High School Diploma, GED, Adult Basic Education, and English as a Second Language, Industrial Arts, Business and medical educational programs.  Visalia Adult School is full accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and employs qualified state certificated instructors in all educational programs.  Adult education programs and classes are offered throughout the community of Visalia.

3110 East Houston Avenue, Visalia, CA 93292

Phone: 559-730-7646


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