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POWAY ADULT SCHOOL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I register for a class?

Go to https://poway.augusoft.net (look for LOGIN /CREATE ACCOUNT)  Click on the "sign in" link and create a "profile" with a username and password.  Click on the courses link and add your choices to your shopping cart. After you have finished paying for your class, hit the submit button only once. 

What if I experience problems registering online?

If you experience problems registering online, please phone the Poway Adult School office at 858-668-4024 for help during business hours.

Who can attend classes?

Adult Education classes are open to persons 18 years and older (unless otherwise noted) in the community who live either inside or outside the Poway School District.  

Where can I get a catalog?

Catalogs are mailed quarterly to postal residents in the Poway School District. They are also available at local libraries throughout the school district.  You can download the catalog and print it from your computer. At this time we are unable to mail out catalogs.

What is the best way to enroll in a class?

Enrollments are accepted in the order they are received. Early registration is strongly advised as some classes reach their maximum limits quickly.  There are a few ways to register.

  1. Online:  Click the sign-in link at the left, then browse the courses link and add classes to your shopping cart.

  2. Phone:  Have your registration information ready and your MasterCard or Visa when you call (858) 668-4024 between the hours of 8:AM-6:30PM Mondays through Thursdays, and 8:AM-12:PM on Fridays.

  3. Fax:  Fill out the registration form in the brochure and fax it to:  (858) 513-0548.

  4. U.S. Mail:  Fill out the registration form in the brochure and mail it to:  Poway Adult School, 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Poway, CA  92064. In person:  The Adult School office accepts cash, checks and credit cards at their office located at 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Poway, CA  92064.

We do not allow auditing of classes.  Registrations may be accepted on the day of the class. The decision to cancel or close a class is made a few days in advance. If you show up expecting to register on the day a class starts, you may be disappointed.

Where is Poway Adult School?

PUSD Twin Peaks Center, Building 100
13626 Twin Peaks Road,
Poway, CA 92064
Phone: 858-668-4024
Our front office door is located directly behind the flag pole. 

From Highway 15
Take the Camino Del Norte exit east. 
Camino Del Norte becomes Twin Peaks Road. 
We are located at the northeast corner of Twin Peaks Road and Midland Road. 

Phone: (858) 668-4024
FAX: (858) 513-0548 or (858) 748-7423

What are your office hours?

Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Confirmation: 

If you register online you will receive an email confirmation and a transaction receipt. If you have a spam filter on your ISP and you do not receive an e-mail confirmation, you'll need to review your junk mail box to recover our message. Please set your e-mail program to include our e-mail address in your white list. This can be accomplished in the junk mail folder, which will have the option of adding addresses to your white list address book. If your ISP is using a spam blocker, you can go to the ISP's mail program and set your account online to add our e-mail address to their white list. AOL subscribers are advised to simply add our organization's e-mail address to their personal address book. 

Where can I find a supply list for my class?

A supply list is available at www.powayadultschool.com under the Student Resources section.

What about refunds and other policies?

We value your patronage!  If you are not fully satisfied with your course, you may request a prorated refund or a voucher to apply toward a future course.  One of our staff members will be happy to assist you. 

For ALL classes with a materials fees (ie: cooking, art, pickleball, etc.) classes, students who choose to drop a class must do so at least 2 business days prior to the class start in order to receive a full refund.  Cancellations within two business days of the class start will be eligible for a refund, less the cost of the course materials.

Do you have a discount for seniors?

All students 55 and older may receive a $5.00 discount per class for classes that cost over $25.00
 

Do you provide childcare?

Poway Adult School does not have childcare services.

 

May I obtain a typing certificate from Poway Adult School?

Yes. Typing tests are administered by appointment only by calling 858-668-4024. Bring a photo I.D. Typing test fee and certificate is $20.00; extra certificates are $5.00 each (cash or card).
 

How do I register for a GED or HiSet Test?

Register for our GED tests online at www.ged.com  We test every Thursday between 1:30 and 4:30pm. You may register for HiSet tests online at http://hiset.ets.org/ We offer the HiSet tests on Tuesdays between 1:30 and 4:30 pm.

Cancellation policy:

Although we hope not to, Poway Adult School reserves the right to cancel scheduled classes.  The most common reason for a class cancellation is that the enrollment for the class is low.  Class locations, schedules, fees and instructors may also be changed when necessary. In the event of a course cancellation, Poway Adult School will provide registered students with refunds.  

 

Return check charge:

A $20.00 fee will be charged for all returned checks.