EXPERIENCE
Welcome! We have excited changes coming as we rebrand and expand to become Assabet Community Education!
Assabet After Dark
Spring classes are in session!
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Want to teach a course?
We are seeking instructors wish to teach:
- Guitar
- Sewing
- Photography
- Instructional Volleyball
Assabet Technical Institute
Assabet is pleased to announce the addition of the Assabet Technical Institute (ATI), structured to support workforce development in our area.
Coming Fall 2022: *Diesel Technician, *Welding, *CNC Machine Operator, ServeSafe, and HVAC.
*Grant funding available for qualifying students.
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE!
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Resources / Links
English classes:
GED / HiSet Prep: MassLiteracyHotline.org
GED / HiSet Test: www.doe.mass.edu/hse
Trade prep: Find an apprenticeship
Testimonials
“This course was educational, interesting, and fun. I plan to practice the proper techniques I learned!“
“If you are interested in learning Spanish but have little or no experience, Spanish Basics is the perfect course for you! Mayiri [Reyes-Kattar] is an incredible instructor who is dedicated to her students’ success and works hard to ensure everyone is learning while having fun. The approach to language instruction is patient and supportive, leaving the student feeling successful and proud of their achievements. If you put in the work, you will be so pleased with the outcome. The pace of the course is perfectly matched for a beginner as you learn a beautiful new language. Thank you to Mayiri and Assabet After Dark for helping me start my journey on my life-long goal of learning Spanish!”
“Mary Dragon taught me to dance and enjoy it after a lifetime of two left feet. She gave me confidence and the skills to hold my own on the dance floor. Incredible.”
Dave Curry brings a wealth of experience as a musician and teacher. It’s a wonderful interface he shares with joy and love!
“I’m very thankful because is it never too late to learn – we can do it wherever we want! For me, this class helped to continue growing my business and relationships with my customers… I’ve learned new things… Sharon [Edvy] was a excellent teacher!”
“The offering of this class had me visit my local florist and I am already working there! And it is a great job! Thank you, Dawn Bagocius. Thank you, Assabet After Dark!”
Great instruction, know their stuff from inside the code book to outside of the code (in the trade).
“Ginny Wholley has inspired me to further pursue the practice of mindfulness.”
Best home buying class I’ve taken so far.
“I am young and had a lot of questions as I take care of elderly family members. This class gave me a lot of guidance!”
Great class! Tons of knowledge. Hands on tour was fantastic!
“French Conversation is a great class. I love having Véronique Meynard Dixey as a teacher. Véronique puts tremendous effort into ensuring her students understand the material. She chooses material that is interesting and fun while challenging. Under difficult and unusual circumstances this year (COVID-19), she was able to pull all of us together, online and make it work and I really enjoyed it.”
Great class. I “had” zero musical talent and now I can play a djembe!
Sammy was an excellent teacher! Very informative used hands on! Big class but felt like one on one attention.
A wonderful class, brings France into the class as if we are there. I learn a bit more each time.
“Great class – tons of useful, hands-on knowledge! Larry Hilow is a great instructor and makes sure you get the most out of his class.”
“I believe this course (taught by Virginia Slep) is life changing.”
“Ellen Gugel is personable, skilled, and inspirational. Excellent introduction to the world of grant writing.”
“This class was very easy to understand, even coming in with no auto knowledge. I’m leaving feeling very confident in my new career path. Susan (Conena) was a wonderful teacher who challenged us and who wanted us to succeed.”
“Mrs. Susan Conena is an asset to the school. Very knowledgeable and a great instructor. With everything going on, she stepped up and made sure we got the information needed to succeed.“
This is a wonderful class for those wanting to improve their French. The teacher is excellent, dynamic and dedicated to our learning process!
Josias is a very knowledgeable instructor and is always ready to share ideas and offer help.
Sue was a great instructor, very personable and seems to truly enjoy her work!
Great intro to perennial plantings.
The course are excellent, interesting and helpful to any that have or work in any corporation.
Try it – you will not regret it!
This class is a lot of fun, enjoyed it a lot.
I would come every week to learn and cook with Amy.
Diane and Jo-ann are important, essential teachers and guides for individuals preparing to buy or sell a home. Their information is timely, crucial, helpful, useful and pertinent. You’ll leave their presentation informed!!
Excellent overview of the subject of LLCs and corps. Gained knowledge I can immediately put to use.
This was a great class! I had a lot of fun and learned a lot as a complete novice. Vicki is very knowledgeable and works very well in a class of different experience and levels.
Ballroom Dancing II is a good activity for couples to attend for physical activity and enjoyable.
“Cynthia Pratt is a great leader. She knows all the good, local trails and leads the group with confidence and good planning. As an added bonus she shares her knowledge of safe hiking and nature. Saturday morning is a great time to get out of the house and in to nature!“
Gypsy is full of life/energy and experience and great knowledge about the dance.
Very enjoyable – learned so much!
“Kathy (Faddoul) is very knowledgeable about her field and is very eager to help us learn and do our best as CNAs.”
Loved this class and how it worked my muscles.
“This course was informative and validating for anyone experiencing a loss.“
After trying unsuccessfully many times before to learb to knit, Dianne finally made it click. I learned several knitting stitches and ended up with a finished project.
“I enjoyed Neil Eriksen’s extensive knowledge of the appraising industry. He really gave each one of us personal attention to make sure we understood the appraisal process. This class is a must for anyone who wants to get their motor vehicle damage appraiser’s license.”
Great class. Very fun, easy to understand. Hope to do advanced class.
Mary Kate helped me solidify parts of my game which were shaky and inconsistent.
Laura is a master at her work. She brings her talent for everyone of all levels of interest and openness. She has an open, honest friendly approach. A true delight. I look forward to learning more from her.
“Fun! Great decorating tips! Impressive cookies!“
Jack taught us so much. I learned a lot, and what I learned I can use when I travel.
This class is absolutely necessary and extremely helpful!
“If you have any interest and want to explore the possibilities of what you can achieve – this is the place to start.”
“I searched everywhere for the right place to go to for this course and when I came across Assabet After Dark I had a good feeling about it. From the enrollment process to taking the actual course, it all just went so smoothly. I definitely made the right decision choosing Assabet After Dark!”
The instructor is very knowledgeable and relates the information to the students very well.
“Not only was the floral design class informative, it was just plain fun! I highly recommend taking one of Dawn Bagocius’ classes.”
Excellent class!! Teacher passionate.
“Anybody can do this and enjoy it! Nice group energy at a nice pace!”
I learned a lot more about taking care of plants than expected.
Great hands on class and much more affordable too compared to those big buck seminars. Thank you.
Whether you have been welding for awhile or have never welded this class will help you learn and/or improve your skills. Great introduction.
Great class! Lisa creates a relaxed and fun environment.
“This class was very informative. I learned a few things that were not so clear to me before, even though I do a lot of Armenian cooking at my home.”
Ray is a very nice instructor and knowledgeable of the content he is teaching.
This is a wonderful class. Instructors take the time to teach and give individual attention.
“Mayiri [Reyes-Kattar] is a generous teacher giving you extra help and being available to answer your questions… She wants you to learn and she puts her all into your achieving that outcome. You have to do the work, but you are supported 100 percent in achieving your goal with Mayiri’s help.“
Armenian Classics Made Easy is one of the funnest classes you can take, enjoy food and make friends while doing it all!
Great offering by Assabet After Dark! Useful in all facets of life – at home or at work provides great opportunity for self improvement!
These days anyone can go on YouTube and watch tutorials to learn something new, but it’s not often you get the opportunity for a hands on education. Excellent facility, great instruction, and at a reasonable price given the supply costs for this industry.
An excellent start to learning Brazilian Portuguese. I feel confident enough to practice at local stores and restaurants. Very enjoyable.
“This classes is required in order to apply to a MA Master Electrician License and as a licensed journeyman electrician some times is a pain to still have to go to school. But this process turned so quick and easy with Derek Niemi, his awesome and his knowledge is fantastic. I would do this whole process again with Derek without pain if I had too. And more than knowledge, Derek showed us some tools and technical skill that can make our life’s easier as electrician. Thank you Derek and thank you Assabet.“
“Scott McKeown is clearly very knowledgeable about WordPress and seems genuinely willing to teach others how to use it effectively. He offers many tips and tricks to build a good site that will hopefully generate a lot of traffic.”
“This class is great for new and experienced photographers. Steve McGrath, the instructor, has a great knowledge about the mechanics and the art of photography. He finds a way to give personal instruction to each class member.”
“Perfect intro class for anyone dreaming of playing guitar. David Santospago shares his passion for music at a very digestible pace.”
“I wasn’t sure what to expect but this class was much better than I could have imagined! I feel better, lost one pound, and know I will reach my goal! I have hope now!”
Bob is an exceptional instructor, very knowledgeable and can teach the material in a way that is fun and relatable.
Mrs. McCann was such a great teacher! I learned so much from her and my experience here at Assabet was amazing.
“I felt more confident with my singing with each class.”
The instructor, Ben, was great. A wealth of knowledge and just a great guy. Great to have an Assabet student assistant too! Impressed by the facilities and staff. Can’t wait for to take another class!
Jack is a wonderful instructor. He always took the time to explain and insisted on proper pronunciation. He’s also funny, and the humor helped us to learn!
“So much fun with family and friends. Memories made.”
Excellent way to learn a 2nd language. This course combines reading, auditory and oral practice.
“The teaching method is excellent. Class with Dianne Weiss is fun and practical.”
This class is worth taking!
This is a wonderful class for anyone serious about learning French!
Mary is an unbelievably patient and fun teacher. She works the room, doesn’t just stay to the front. Everyone feels connected!
“I could do this class all day long and not get tired. It’s a very good environment <3. I enjoyed seeing my works come to life!”
“This class is a wonderful, informal history trip through the blues. Come in, relax, and maybe learn a deeper appreciation of the blues.”
Great class, informative and covers practical useful code.
It was terrific and just what I expected from Natasha having taken her earlier session focused on feet. She is welcoming, thorough and was helpful throughout.
This is the 2nd class I took, one in September and now November. Can’t wait for Spring 2019, I will sign up again.
Dave is an amazing teacher! Thanks to him, I am enjoying my new guitar.
Dancing with Gypsy has taught me to stick with it even if the moves are hard. She is very patient and I admire her dancing so beautifully.
Class is instructive, and the instructor is just wonderful!
“Rosangela Folchini is a very upbeat person with great pride in her culture and her lessons. She shows much eagerness and pleasure in helping her students achieve their goals.”
“Zoom and Mayiri Reyes-Kattar make learning Spanish accessible and fun!“
Not only is the class informative but the instructor has a clear passion for the field and her students. Which all in all makes the material more interesting and makes you want to come to every class.
“Steve McGrath is an excellent photographer and a great teacher! I highly recommend taking any of his classes.”
Loved Lorna’s personality she made the class fun!
“Lorna Roussea is an amazing Yoga/Pilates instructor. This was my first yoga class, and I enjoyed every minute of it. It was a challenging class, but Lorna always told us to remember it was “our body, our class” meaning if there was a series of moves we could not fully do, to feel free to modify them or take a break, and never feel like a failure. I truly loved coming to class every week! I cannot wait for it to start up again!”
Week by week, Dave gave us new music and new challenges. Playing with the group makes it fun!
These folks are informed, knowledgeable and direct, as well as generous with their scope and time.
“Timothy Higgins (the instructor) is very knowledgeable. This class was excellent and I learned a lot.”
“Easy to do! I was shocked – started off worried but was put at ease right away.”
“I loved my quilting class! Learned so much! Judy Paiva is a terrific instructor.”
“I enjoyed Virginia Slep’s knowledge, compassion, and well planned class.”
“I love learning and taking classes with Danielle Moskowitz. I use the recipes from her classes very often.”
The instructor (Steele Shane) was great — well-informed, experienced, personable and possessed of a teaching style that not only passed along a great deal of information in a relatively short period of time, but he did so with a sense of humor and perspective which made everyone in the class — regardless of their skill level — feel at ease and looking forward to each session. He also made sure we all had hands-on “practice time” with the lessons we were learning. He skillfully managed to “teach and reach” a class of multiple talents and exposure to the material being discussed. While I don’t pretend to be proficient in all areas of study, I can say with confidence that I now have a working familiarity with Microsoft Office that will serve me well in my career. In short, it was money and time well-spent — and Steele Shane gets the credit for that.
The hands on learning was excellent. It really felt like being in the kitchen with mom or auntie showing me how to make it taste and feel good to cook.
“Judy Paiva is an enormously talented teacher who loves to share her experience and talents.”
If you want to try something new and different and have some fun join in. Suitable for all ages and all abilities.
“David Curry is knowledgeable, articulate, kind, and encouraging to all respect of their musical abilities. This was a joy!”
“Molly (Wilson) makes the class easy to follow and you will find yourself making all sorts of pottery in no time. A must-do if you live in the area.”
I can’t believe how much useful information Tim crammed into two and a half hours. It was so helpful and I will put many of his ideas into action!
“Anyone thinking about getting a puppy should take this class taught by Susan Patterson. The information is useful and could save your family the frustration of bad habits.”
“The electrical instructor, Robert Silva, is extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of the electrical trade. Bob’s organization of each class and explanations have really had an impact on my education. I have no doubts that he gives us the tools to pass the state exam.”
This class was an eye opener to what really goes on as a landlord.
“Very informative! I learned many wonderful training tips that I think will help me… I’m so glad I came!”
“This class brought me one step closer to my dream, owning a food services business. The instructor, Nick Nasuti, was very knowledgeable about all aspects of operations; various start up options, cooking and cleaning processes, working with vendors, talking to customers, working with your employees, etc. If you are thinking about opening a restaurant, a food truck, a catering service, or any food services business, this class is a must.”
“Josias Conationi [the instructor] was extremely patient and knowledgeable. Thank you so much for this experience. I was nervous getting back into school but this started a new chapter for me.”
I learned a lot. Out of my comfort zone.
“The information shared as well as hands-on learning was very helpful. Instructor Susan Clark was excellent-very skilled, knowledgeable, positive, and patient. Her demonstrations were very helpful. It was such a positive experience to practice in class and leave with actual skills! ”
The class was a lot of fun and got me from knowing nothing to feeling confident with my welds.
“Assabet After Dark…two thumbs all the way up!“
“Great course and well taught. Assabet has always had great instructors that are very knowledgeable and go the extra distance for any concerns or questions their students have.“
“I am glad I took this Auto Damage Appraisal course. It has taught me a lot just when I felt things were going to get harder with the course it got easier and I have Mrs. Conena to thank for that. She was an amazing instructor and with the difficulties of COVID at this time, she kept our zoom class very interested throughout the course. Assabet After Dark should keep this course around, I’d recommend it to anyone.“
Sammy was great!! I had a blast! Learned so much! Thank you!
Instructors very knowledgeable and easy to speak with.
“Mr. O’Donnell (the instructor, Andrew O’Donnell) gave an excellent presentation and had great examples of complex matters.”
“I had so much fun learning more about flowers and gaining more knowledge about it. Dawn Bagocius had us engaging and loved her homework assignments! Thank you so much!”
“Middle Eastern Delight – WOW! Great instructor (Lisa Kouchakdijan) – Superb Food – All Hands On – Highly Recommend This Class!”
“Diane St. Laurent is extremely knowledgeable and patient. You can start any kind of project and she will help you to successfully complete it.”
Great place to learn and relaxed way to learn.
Great place to learn the intricacies of making truffles. It was a fun and informative class.
“You could NOT ask for a more patient, caring, and fun teacher. You will look forward to coming to class each and every week!”
“Well worth the time and an excellent value. The interaction was more helpful than anticipated.“
Reiki class is an experience of a lifetime, and Susan is a wonderful instructor.
“Great program to start a new career.”
“Mary Dragon is an excellent teacher. She is patient and precise in her instructions. You will be dancing before you know it.”
“The best instructors and the greatest motor vehicle damage appraiser program in the state of Massachusetts!”
Great fast paced course not to leave you behind.
A fantastic and educated cooking class! The instructor did an outstanding job explaining the cooking process, and getting to try it afterwards was a real treat!
“Danielle Moskowitz is a great teacher. She explains every step and is fun to listen to.”
Segun has a sincere and passionate interest in passing his knowledge on to his students.
“Amazing food with an amazing instructor.”
“Great lesson plan! I work in the electrical field and the knowledge Bob (Silva) has is useful in my day-to-day job! Highly recommended.”
“Henry Schmidt (the instructor) answered all my questions with great detail. He is very informative and super knowledgeable.”
“For someone without any professional education in finance, this moved my knowledge forward by leaps and bounds.”
“This class is informative and very interesting. Jonathan Stein (the instructor) was very knowledgeable and engaging! I learned a lot more about gardening than I expected which I really appreciate. I recommend it to anyone that is looking to learn something new and different.”
“Diego Chaves has a relaxed yet upbeat way of making us feel comfortable and confident about our drawing exercises. With enough good natured humor thrown in to help some of us overcome our insecurities about the quality of our work! ….He makes sure to connect with each student and offers his artistic expertise in a way that helps us understand how we can enhance or improve our drawing efforts. Everyone in the class really enjoyed Diego as our instructor.”
Mary is fun, informative and patient! Each week it was a joy to revisit all we learned while new dance steps were added. Great exercise for all!
“Rosangela [Folchini] is a genuinely warm person who enjoys sharing Brazilian culture and language with others and she has the experience and skill to make the process successful and enjoyable for her students.”
Learned how to make butter, farmers cheese and mozzarella. It was a lot of fun. I’m sure to try it at home.
“I knew little to no Portuguese prior to taking Brazilian Portuguese Basics. I took the class hoping to learn how to correctly say my Brazilian clients’ names. The class far exceeded my expectations. We continually learned practical vocabulary and verbs, practiced reading, writing, and speaking in Portuguese in each class. I learned a lot during the class, but never felt overwhelmed by the content. The instructor, Rosangela [Folchini], was very patient with all of the students and was always available to answer questions. She also taught us about Brazilian culture and history which was always interesting. In addition, she recommended music and movies to help us get used to listening to Portuguese, which improved my comprehension. I am now able to speak basic Portuguese, and feel confident when reading client emails written in Portuguese. I look forward to taking other classes with Rosangela in the future.”
Ray was such a great teacher! I would definitely take a class with him again and recommend to a friend. Thanks Ray!
Excellent teacher – knows subject – time well spent
I love cooking and learning new things to make. I’m legally blind and love to cook.
“Neil Eriksen is the most awesome instructor. He is the Albert Einstein of car appraisal.”
Just wanted to let you guys know, how awesomely talented the both of you are. Thank you for all your help.
“Lorna Rousseau, the instructor, is great and so inclusive! Very happy I decided to join and looking forward to continuing.”
This was so much fun! Dave is so full of knowledge and interesting facts and whats better than banging on a drum.
“Good overview, very interactive; answered any question. I recommend this course.”
“Leena Dasgupta was a terrific chef! Learned a lot. Food was delicious. Had fun meeting others.“
This class brings songs we all know and presents them in a fun and enjoyable format.
Henry Schmidt is knowledgeable and willing to share his knowledge.
Assabet After Dark is a great way to expand your knowledge without spending too much!
Larry is a great instructor and I enjoyed this class even more than I was expecting!
“Instructor (Ginny Wholley) was awesome! Full of knowledge, respectful of student comments and questions, and very positive!”
“Felipe Zamora was an excellent instructor. I had no experience with painting and, with his instruction, was able to produce paintings that I am proud of. Would definitely take again to continue improving.“
“Amy Novins did an excellent job with the online format. She made it very easy to follow along and provided materials and videos to supplement what she taught live. Amy was very helpful, informative and patient.“
“This class has given me the confidence to take the state test. I have learned a ton.”
“This is my 8th class and I’m still learning from Felipe. His critique is the best!”
“Kathy Faddoul was an amazing teacher and the class was very informative! I can’t wait to use what I learned in my future!”
“This was my first Assabet After Dark course in many years and I was very impressed with it’s execution despite being in the middle of a pandemic! Best continuing education investment I’ve made in a long time.”
Veronique is a wonderful teacher who customizes her material and teaching in a way that is meaningful and enriching for her students.
My husband and I didn’t know a single dance step. Now we have some fun moves we can be comfortable using on the dance floor. I can’t believe how far we’ve come in such a short time.
“Susan (Conena) has a great presence and her knowledge was immensely helpful.”
“Excellent class! I learned more than I expected. Dianne Weiss was a very friendly teacher.”
“The class was great. Megan Scipione seemed prepared for a lot of different financial situations and was nonjudgmental. “
Ms. Meynard-Dixey is an inspiring and dedicated teacher who excels at teaching French language and culture!
We had a blast, would highly recommend the class and instructors!!
Loved this class! So much better than my previous classes with a different instructor. Veronique has great energy and really cares that you understand everything. She is so dedicated, hard working, and funny to boot! So much material is offered, great amount of content in short time period.
“Steve (McGrath) is very knowledgeable with many years of experience. He has many good tips to improve your photography skills.”
“I recommend this class to anyone looking to get their Hoisting 2A license. Very informative and thorough.”
“Mary Dragon is a fantastic instructor. She is fun and very helpful. A truly enjoyable class. Highly recommend!”
“At first I was afraid of the online course, but it was a great time that provided me with a great learning and development.“
“Such a vital skill to have – especially during and post pandemic. If there is something you yearn to do, there is a potential funder out there. Take this class to learn how to find them and make your dreams come true!“
Good class for novices.
“This class/instructor was more than helpful and made clear the school wants their students to succeed.”
This relaxed and hands on program took the fear out of making dough.
I am very grateful to Assabet for helping me to live better in this wonderful country.
“The best Ballroom Instructor ever! Learn a lot and have fun in the arms of your darling.”
A great way to learn beginning stained glass project, it’s ready to hand in the window- Jane was wonderful!
This is a great instructor with a passion for what he teaches, I learned a lot, it was upbeat, no pun intended! And I learned a lot and had a blast, definitely a great starter class!
“A must take to become an Auto Damage Appraiser.”
I have had my camera for 4 years and despite reading the manual, I really didn’t know how to take pictures with it! Learning what this camera is camera is capable of doing through this class will make my picture taking far more enjoyable and productive!
“This course was conducted extremely well and offered everything that is needed to pass the CNA test. The instructor (Kathy Faddoul) is amazing!”
Exceeded my expectations. Very enjoyable.
If you want to grow your knowledge of investing, this class is for you.
“This could have been a difficult subject to learn but with Susan Conena (the instructor) at the helm, it was easy to grasp. Susan is a great teacher and I am glad to have taken part in her course.”
“I have always enjoyed these classes. You learn a lot, have fun, meet a lot of new people, and get new ideas.”
“The instructor (Ellen Gugel) had great enthusiasm and knowledge of the subject matter.“
“I have absolutely love the online/zoom class as it is so convenient and there is no excuse not to get to class (i.e. working late or weather). Lorna Rousseau is a great instructor that keeps the class fun and upbeat.“
“Auto Body Repair Basics with Josias Conationi is a class for all levels. His vast knowledge and years of experience would help anyone in the industry.”
Great class, great fun.
I’ve learned lots of great stuff from Bob and Al throughout this course. I feel ready and prepared for my exam. Thanks very much for all the help!
Great class, fun, hands on, loved it!
Ellen showed us how to view the grant application through the lens of the grant reviewer and improve the success of the funding.
“Susan Conena made learning the material very easy, she was always willing to answer questions and engage with each student, the class exceeded my expectations!“
Dianne has all the attributes of a perfect teacher – knowledgeable, patient and kind. I would recommend that anyone with even a fleeting interest in learning to knit take Dianne’s class. In fact, even advance knitter would likely learn something new.
Our instructors (Steele and Janis) are excellent and inspiring. They both offer clear instruction. I feel supported and encouraged. My spouse and I had a blast.
“I was very happy with what Megan Scipione said, how she explained things and the tools she gave us. I feel that I’m better prepared to attack my financial future now. I would recommend this class to someone that is looking for financial advice. “
“Small group, great instructor (Louis Trudeau), and I was able to participate in all steps. The clam chowder was fantastic and fun to make!”
This is a great course to begin playing guitar right away.
“I LOVED this course. The instructor, Brenda Sullivan, was so knowledgeable in the history and background of this art. I hope that this is offered again so I may go and share the experience with more friends! Thank you.”
“The instruction is clear, comprehensive, and creativity-minded. A fantastic resource for the intermediate photographer!”
Wow, how informative! These guys know bees.
“I learned a lot of Spanish! This is a serious course & the teacher never slacked off. Mayiri Reyes Kattar is a real asset to Assabet’s Adult Ed program! The internet offers lots of ways to learn a language, but I recommend a virtual classroom session as an adjunct for the structure it provides.“
“Neil Eriksen did a great job interpreting his knowledge of the trade and industry to those with and without equal experiences. Passionate about the trade. Shows he cares about the student’s learning.”
Henry is a wealth of landscape care. I have recently returned to Massachusetts after being away for 17 years. His class then was fantastic and continues to share his knowledge! Awesome!
Mr. Pouralli is an excellent educator and an awesome ambassador for Assabet After Dark.
“Sammy (Barrett) was a great instructor. She gave clear directions and is very patient.”
“Mme Menard-Dixie has demonstrated a terrific ability to adapt her teaching methods and materials to optimize online learning. She is an excellent teacher and employs creative and innovative approaches to teaching French language and culture. Highly recommend her courses!”
“The hands on learning helped me feel ready to work in the real world!”
“Brian DeVasto is very knowledgeable about the class material. At the same time he is very engaging. I really enjoyed the class.“
“Highly recommend no matter how old your child is! It’s never too early to start planning.”
Ginny clearly embraces mindfulness. She appears to practice what she preaches in a kind gentile manner.
“Now I know all the stuff on my camera!”
“Mary Kate [Gaide] was an awesome instructor. She had a great sense of humor and made learning tennis so much fun! I loved that we actually got to play tennis and didn’t just do drills. Would definitely love to take another class!”
“Immerse yourself in the French language and speak French from the beginning to the end of class!”
“This is a wonderful class for beginners and up. I can’t wait for spring classes. The instructor (Lorna Rousseau) makes every one of us feel comfortable.”
“I am so glad that I signed up for this course with Diego Chaves. He was a great instructor and gave really good direction. He deconstructed art into exercises which made it more attainable to the beginner as well experienced artists that might need to go back to the basics! I now look at art differently and approach art projects differently. Definitely a course that every aspiring artist or even established artist should take!”
“Megan Scipione provides a thoughtful class for people to assess their current financial situations and plan for the future. We had the opportunity to discover our personal connections between money habits and future goals. She provides resources for the class to access and follow along with as she shares her wealth of knowledge to financial freedom. A few major takeaways I gained from the learning experience was the depth of emotional connections of money habits and how it is not too early to start thinking about retirement.”
Did not want to leave. Mike was full of information. Great class.
“I would strongly recommend this class to anyone. Larry Hilow’s knowledge and experience was incredible.”
“Susan Conena’s class was very engaging despite the challenge of being on Zoom. I mostly enjoyed how thorough and patient she was with the class. She never left a question behind or any doubts about the material.”
“Excellent instruction, demonstration, and application. See you on the dance floor!”
It;s really good to know about the process of accounting for financial in your business.
“Bob Silva is extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of the electrical trade. Bob’s organization of each class and explanations have really had an impact on my education. He gives top notch instruction, is organized, and helps individuals when needed. I have no doubts that he gives us the tools to pass the state exam.“
Susan is knowledgeable about reiki and an exceptional teacher! Would gladly recommend her!
Great class, looking forward to taking the next one. Thank you Nicole!
The course is well polished, books, notebooks, tabs, and everything in between is provided, including a backpack to carry it all. One stop shopping. Highly recommended.
Useful and professional. Looking forward to the next module.
John Chavier is an excellect teacher with a sense of humor. His knowledge of electrical wiring and ability to explain concepts to theory analysis is very important.
“The ‘Understanding Medicare – What It Means to You’ course is a must as you navigate the ins and outs of this benefit. The knowledge you get from this course will save you money over the lifetime of your Medicare journey.“
Kent Kissinger is a very talented musician who has an incredible knowledge and understanding or blues history and artists. Wonderful presentation – good sense of humor!
This is the best cooking class I have ever taken. I use the recipes all the time.
“This was one of the most fun and exciting cooking classes I have ever taken. You will see and taste Indian food differently after taking this class.”
I have gone from a beginner in dancing to extremely proficient thanks to Mary’s simple teaching style and her enthusiasm. It’s contagious!!
A culinary class that was fun, environment friendly and supportive instructor! Excellent!
Larry is a remarkably thorough teacher. High knowledge extremely skilled and competent. I highly recommend this course for any beginner, like I used to be.
Great class! I had no idea how my pieces would come out and just trusted the creative process. The result was better than I expected. Good fun!
“The instructor’s (Cynthia Pratt) enthusiasm for the topic (owl habitats and behavior) and more broadly, for the science of conservation, took the class to a new level. It made it easy for participants to ask questions and to make the kinds of observations she was making. Additionally, the instructor went out of her way to prepare for the class. Participants’ safety and comfort were #1 and we could all sense that in the first few minutes. This makes adult ed classes fun and enjoyable, because you know you’re being led by someone who knows what they’re doing. Finally, you sure can’t beat a warm, windless October night with a full moon and the summit of a beautiful hill!”
“Amy Karibian was an inspirational chef whose love of the food came through in the class and in the menu!”
Mrs. McCann is the best teacher I have ever had. She never let me give up on doing layer haircuts. I thought I was never going to learn how to do it and now 1,000 hours later, I feel like I’ve been doing this for years.
Great cooking and learning experience. Delicious flavors and recipes I’ll use again.
Kim was awesome! She has a very nice way to keep everyone engaged and it was fun while we learned about Lean. For a 3 hour class time flew by fast!
Rosangela exceeded the expectations of a Portuguese teacher, teaching not only the language but also the culture, history and geography.
Great information packed in a 2 1/2 hour session. Worth the time and money.
Ray was exceptional in capturing the class and making sure everyone was following and understanding the content and how to comfortably move through the building a pivot table and understanding the data.
This was a fun class with lots of socializing and helping one another. The instructor was great.
This is amazing opportunity for anyone looking to further their education or even just to try something new that they would otherwise be unable to. Overall excellent experience, and great instruction.
“Assabet After Dark is exactly what you need if you want to learn new skills while working a full time job.”
Great time, learned lots of new techniques.
Mr. Segun was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He displayed a strong desire to teach his knowledge of investing to others.
“Steve’s (McGrath) classes have really taught me how to enhance my photos and understand my digital camera. Thank you!”
“I have been taking code updates for many years. This course is interactive and not boring.“
Diane and Jo-Ann are very knowledgeable and eager to answer questions.
“Mary Meany is a model teacher because she’s patient, understanding, and she’s a good choice for Assabet.”
“Cooking with Amy Karibian was a wonderful experience!”
“Veronique created new material every week. Choosing from a variety of short, curated, informational videos, she meticulously transcribes one each week and extracts key vocabulary. Then, in class we listen, read and extemporaneously discuss each subject. It is hard work and hugely rewarding to have to express oneself extemporaneously each week, and so helpful to have a native speaker correcting us along the way.“
Enjoyed very much!
I have been taking this class for 2 years because it is so much fun. Mary is such a good teacher. She goes at a great pace and breaks the dances down, making it easier to learn.
“I had a wonderful time making cheese and feel confident that I could do this on my own. Very enjoyable class with a great instructor (Sammy Barrett).”
Dave’s knowledge and experience in drumming was outstanding.
Dave Santospago is a great instructor. I will continue taking his classes.
“Brett Peruzzi is engaging Italian instructor who combines a variety of teaching styles, media, and activities. His students cannot help but to become involved in the learning process and he has them speaking Italian in no time.”
This was a truly enjoyable and worthwhile class. Positive atmosphere, all skill levels welcomed, incorporated and celebrated.
“Enthusiastic teacher, Brian DeVasto, is excited to help you and will ensure you get the outcome you need.”
Provided a clear and true insight into the world of beekeeping. A “must” for newcomers.
“Take this class! You’ll learn so much and have a great time doing so!”
“Kathy Faddoul really taught us the skills we needed to know… and we got to do hands-on training!”
“The instructor (Molly Wilson) was able to work with new and experienced students without slowing down the rest.”
I really enjoyed having Rosangela as an instructor. She is definitely committed and passionate about the material.
“I enjoyed this class. It is well paced with room for individual needs.”
“This beginner’s class is a fantastic intro to welding for someone who wants to learn the trade.”
“I went from a complete novice to comfortable doing common repairs and projects with a welder. This is due to Larry Hilow’s excellent instruction and guidance. I highly recommend this course!”
“The class can be a bit of a struggle at first but the instructor, Dawn Bagocius, is very helpful and I was able to finish my wreath in that one class. Also if you like holiday decorations this is definitely something to learn. My rating on this class is 5 out of 5.”
“Gary takes otherwise dry material and spices up the “need-to-know-this” quotient by telling real life anecdotes. He’s an expert and happy to share his experiences and knowledge.”
“Great class! Extremely helpful for someone who is brand new to the field of auto appraising with no connections.”
The yoga course is one of the best classes I have taken. Lorna makes it enjoyable for all fitness levels. Highly recommend.
Awesome program!
“(Essential Practices for the Successful Landlord) is a needed and necessary course for anyone becoming a landlord or purchasing a rental property.”
This class and instructor were just absolutely fabulous.
“Online cooking with Leena Dasgupta made the pandemic days so much more bearable. What a welcome break!“
“I am thrilled to have signed up for Sewing Basics with Jacqui Forrest. It was challenging but fun. I am actually sad it is only 8 weeks long! I cannot wait to take another course!”
I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to have a general understanding of Excel.
“Jack Doolin was very organized in his design for this class. He is supportive and encourages students no matter their comprehension level of a new language. He ensures that student pronunciation is correct. He is also funny, making learning in the evening hours very enjoyable. A great class!“
“Given the state of affairs with COVID-19, I thought the zoom class was great. Steve McGrath did a great job with what he had to work with. The class certainly worked well with me. I was able to learn the basics of digital photo 1 easily. “
The beginner Portuguese class was phenomenal. From zero fluency, we were able to learn how to have simple conversations, understand dialogues and readings, compose multiple sentence texts, and understand Brazilian culture.
“This course had great hours for a full-time working mom and the instructor, Jo-Ann Szymczak, was knowledgeable and well spoken.”
“If you are looking for a fun and enjoyable way to learn how to sing A capella then you will surely want to sign up for this course!”
A great segway into the world of grant writing!
Very good class.
“If I can learn to knit, anyone can! Dianne St. Laurent is a phenomenal teacher who develops camaraderie among her students. Dianne is very knowledgeable and patient. Take her class!”
“Love Danielle Moskowitz’s classes – she shares and teaches so many excellent tips, tricks, and recipes.”
“Ellen Gugel is experienced in grant writing and has a welcoming personality. She frequently checked in if we were understanding and seeing value, pausing to answer every question with examples that matched the need of the person. And able to still staying on track. The links she provided for us to begin our own process are worth their weight in gold. It would take anyone years of fumbling in the dark, if not for this grant writing 101 course! A must in this pandemic. Liked I could do it from home too!”
Great refresher for Excel that I learned but didn’t use over ten years ago.
Great teacher!
The well paced, expert instruction and fantastically equipped class left me confident in my welding ability by the end of the course. And it was a lot of fun!
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Phone: 508.263.9651
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical HS
215 Fitchburg Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
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