Student Reviews
We love hearing feedback from students about their experiences in classes. Here are some highlights from recent class evaluations:
“Ikeda-sensei is by far my favorite teacher of all time. She is patient and so supportive really makes you want to learn the language!” -Japanese - Level 2
"Absolutely loved this class! Michael is an amazing instructor. I enjoyed learning new techniques." -Baking Fundamentals: Breads, Pies, and Pastries
"Yulia was a captivating lecturer. Loved the class format: overview of the technique, review of the masters, then painting. Yulia is a world class teacher. Very happy I took the course and want to sign up for more." -Watercolor Painting
"Thank you so much for this class!! It helped give me the confidence to go out and get my dream job and I feel so much more prepared for anything grant-related that comes my way!" -Certificate in Grantwriting
"Amanda's presentation style and interactive games are the best!" -American Sign Language - Level 1
"I loved how approachable he made carving and appreciated the examples he brought in of other things he's carved to give us inspiration." -Wood Carving: Animals
"It definitely helped build my skills, I saw myself getting better." - Beginning Acrylic Painting
"Perez brings such positive energy to each class. He’s encouraging and makes it fun to learn." - Spanish - Level 1
“Instructor was great. The hands on activities were relevant and helpful. Felt like I gained skills I could immediately put to use.” - Basic Hands-On Home Repair and Maintenance
"Cecilia is an AMAZING instructor. Very knowledgeable, very good at explaining concepts, and also fun and patient and generous. She is one of the best teachers I have ever had in any subject!" -Italian - Level 4
"Both teachers were kind, knowledgeable and respectful. Would love to take classes with them again." -Translation and Interpretation: Basics
"Danny is an excellent, enthusiastic instructor." -Marine Electronics
Very interactive, helpful, respectful. It was a wonderful class. I’m excited to take it again. -Family Stories
"Charlie and Kristina are phenomenal teachers. I really appreciated how they assumed we knew nothing about anything covered in the course, a true beginner's class with clear and thorough instruction." -Woodworking - Level 1
"Loved everything about the class. Chef Silver was amazing and well prepared!" -Chocolate Making: from Bean to Bar
“The instructor was knowledgeable, well-prepared, down to earth, engaging, and entertaining... Also I really appreciated my other classmates who were dedicated learners and fun to learn with.” -Korean - Level 1
“Al was a great instructor, what I appreciated was that his knowledge comes from real experience vs just a text book.” -Diesel Engine for Recreational Boaters
"Buck's incredible: in-depth knowledge, his enthusiasm and his care for all the students.” -ASL – Level 1
“Excellent shop projects. Andy has been an amazing instructor. He is extremely committed, every shop project and class is very well organized. He's very helpful and great at explaining things.” -Residential Construction 2
“Robert is very personable, and conveys a lot practical information in a very short time.” -Salish Sea
"Lisa was incredibly encouraging and provided professional knowledge with genuine care." -Voice Overs.... Now is Your Time
"I loved this class! Looked forward to it each week!" -French - Level 3
"This program gave me greater knowledge, better understanding and a space to hone my skills, plus a network with other students that, I hope, will benefit our careers in the future." -Residential Construction Certificate Program