Adult Education

Victoria finished her High School Diploma on May 21, 2025!

What words of encouragement or advice do you have for future Lucia Mar Adult Ed students?
"Everyone has something that they are struggling with in life. Some harder than others. But when we really want something, we need to go after it and prove to ourselves that we can do it. I struggled with staying motivated, but I reminded myself what I wanted in life and how I would get it. I needed to step up and take action for myself.
Lucia Mar Adult Ed is a great program. The teachers are wonderful and very helpful. A special thank you to them for helping me get through it."  

 Josh​ graduated with a HS Diploma on October 29, 2024!

What words of encouragement do you have for fellow Adult Education students?
​"It took two years and I achieved my goal. Never give up!​"

What struggles did you face while attending school and how did you overcome them?
​"At first I was impatient, but I learned study skills and set a schedule for my classes. My grades improved after I took the time to answer questions and read assignments.​"

Anything else you want the world to know?
"Adult Education was a very good experience. The teachers were very helpful and made me feel supported. I would like to thank Cindy LeLaurin, Tricia Robertson and Tim Arlen. I am happy I stuck with the program for two years!​"

 Kat graduated with a HS Diploma on October 28, 2024!

What do you want fellow students to know about Lucia Mar Adult Education?
​"Great teachers, positive encouraging environment. The students were positive and I had a much better experience this time around.​"

What struggles did you face while attending school and how did you overcome them?
​"I completely struggled with Math, but I overcame with Cindy LeLaurin's help, patience and encouragement. Do the Math first, don't leave it for last!​"

My name is Antonio Tinoco and this is my story. I came to this country 30 years ago. I crossed the border illegally along with 20 other people. It was really hard.  We had no food during the 5 days that it took. I really wanted to come to the United States. I finally joined up with my dad here and I started working but the whole time I worried that I would be caught and sent back to Mexico. Finally, when my dad became a citizen I got my Permanent Resident Card and could work. Since then I have worked hard for my family and community. I went to church and volunteered. The job I do is satisfying.

There are a lot of opportunities to grow and learn. I think learning is the best way to take advantage of the things the United States has to offer. I want to fully participate in those. My wife found information about the Citizenship Class. It was then that I learned about the process of becoming a citizen. The teacher told me more about the history of this country and prepared me for the test. 

I passed my citizenship test and it feels good taking that step. I want to keep going and participate in every way that I can. I encourage everyone to join this process and keep growing in this country and the advantages it has to offer.​ I am also very excited, because I can now vote!