The adult school director and resource teacher communicate with the adult education sales representatives presenting texts and software that are aligned with State Department of Education goals and objectives. These representatives are also invited to present at staff meetings. Samples of texts and software are given to the appropriate instructors to preview. Purchases are made taking into consideration the recommendations of the instructional staff. The best kept secret of adult education is that discipline problems are few and far between.
Adults attend school because they are self-motivated to achieve individual goals.
Classroom atmospheres are friendly and teachers are facilitators guiding learners to achieve success. The Monterey Bay Teachers Association Master Contract outlines the content, procedure, and timeline for performance evaluations. If a permanent teacher's performance is satisfactory, evaluations are scheduled on a minimum of a biennial basis. Probationary and temporary certificated teachers are evaluated annually. If a concern arises or an unsatisfactory performance is observed and evaluated, a written prescription for improvement may be issued to address the area of need.