As an introduction to the Spanish language, this course emphasizes pronunciation and basic conversational skills. Students will explore the language and culture, while also engaging in basic Spanish discussions. Requirement: Purchase Practical Spanish Grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide by Marcial Prado, ISBN: 0-471-13446-5.

There is no wrong way to have a body and there is no wrong body for yoga! The practice of yoga benefits every body and this class is especially designed for people who may not feel like they fit the description of the typical yoga student. While you do not need to be a specific size, shape, or ability level to attend, special attention will be paid to modifications for larger bodies and bodies with mobility and/or flexibility challenges. Classes will move through a modified slow flow and offered in a manner that respects and celebrates differences and encourages strength building, balance, flexibility, and self-acceptance. Breathwork and meditation will also be explored.

Students will continue their Spanish language development by working on pronunciation, conversational abilities, and vocabulary skills. This course is also appropriate for students who have had a semester of Spanish but need to refresh their skills. Requirement: Purchase Practical Spanish Grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide by Marcial Prado, ISBN: 0-471-13446-5.

The goal of this class is to introduce PAE students to careers in the US. Students will:

• understand their interests and skills through self-assessments
• evaluate employment trends and the labor market using technology
• understand US secondary and post-secondary education
• examine career paths of interest
• discuss the job application process
• apply their knowledge to make a career plan

through presentations from guest speakers, individual and group coaching, and identification of local resources that can continue to assist them in their career development.

Prerequisite: CASAS score of 238+

The deadline to enroll is August 18.

Need financial assistance? Scholarship money is available to those who qualify. For more information, email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org.

This class helps students continue with their Spanish language development, focusing on basic conversational skills, vocabulary, and grammar. Requirement: Purchase Practical Spanish Grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide, by Marcial Prado, ISBN: 0-471-13446-5.

Building off Spanish 3, students will increase their Spanish grammar and advanced conversational skills. Required: Practical Spanish Grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide, by Marcial Prado

Core and strength using a stability ball. This is one the most effective pieces of equipment around, You’ll work balance, front and back abdominals, cardiac stamina, and strength. Please bring an inflated exercise ball, a yoga mat, sneakers, and a water bottle. When you sit on your ball, ensure that your knees are bent to 90 degrees or a little more. Pump available at the class for fine tuning. FMI: emmaholder.com/fitness

Learn to assemble & disassemble a wood router and use it in a router table and as a handheld tool. If you have your own router, you may bring it.