Scarsdale Adult School Catalog Winter 2024
Greetings Lifelong Learners, In the fall, we celebrated the 85th anniversary of our first class. As a seasoned octogenarian, Scarsdale Adult School remains a proven source of quality, affordable adult education. Our festivities included an incredible evening annotated piano concert in November. In December, we welcomed all to an afternoon of learning that included an amazing keynote speaker, superb breakout sessions led by our fantastic instructors, and a feel-good champagne reception and hall of fame induction. Both events reminded us that in-person and online lifelong learning is a community-building experience regardless of place and space.
We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of trends in adult education and culture from our debut on November 9, 1938, up to the present. For example, subjects offered at the inception of World War II included first aid and motor mechanics. The turbulent 1960s yielded classes in the suburban adolescent and literature of alienation. The first computer class appeared in 1969. With uncanny foresight, SAS even offered “pandemic preparedness” in 2007!
Looking forward, the winter term continues to provide stimulating new courses on timely topics along with recurring fan favorites in a wide array of disciplines. SAS boasts an expansive selection of unique architecture, art and music appreciation, history and culture, and current events and politics classes. Winter walking tours venture primarily to warmer indoor sites, museums, and galleries in New York City. Literature and film discussion classes cover the classics to contemporary selections and writing courses help students hone their expressive skills.
Career and job search as well as personal finance, aging, and retirement classes help those seeking new vocations and a better understanding of money management practices for the new year. World language classes at multiple levels and performing arts lessons begin again as do drawing, painting, knitting, basket weaving, jewelry making, and other arts & crafts classes for enrichment and enjoyment. Fun continues with fitness classes for those seeking to get in shape or stay in shape, as well as games courses in bridge, canasta, and mah jongg. With an unparalleled breadth of course offerings and special events, we look forward to continuing to serve your educational enrichment needs. Onward and Upward, Jill Serling, Executive Director Mission Statement Scarsdale Adult School (SAS) is a pre-eminent, independent, not-for-profit adult education organization, offering a wide range of intellectually stimulating, best-in-class courses, lectures, and cultural activities along with skill-enhancing and recreational classes. By serving the needs of adults locally, regionally, and internationally, SAS continually strives to innovate, create a high quality curriculum, and grow our community of lifelong learners.
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