CAP Classes
Beginning English Skills
Activity Number: 1603.102
Come and join in learning English in a fun and supportive setting. This class covers the basics of English Language. We will learn English vocabulary, reading and writing, along with conversational and job communication skills. This class is for English and Non-English speakers.
Day: Thursdays
Date: Now – March 15, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Kirby, M.Ed
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Drugs & Alcohol
Activity Number: 1603.105
Description: Juvenile Justice approved certified course teaching skills to develop a healthy lifestyle, set positive future goals, identify factors that influence behavior, and learn ways to cope with stress.
*Classes are for ages 13 to 17 years old
Day: Thursdays
Date: January 26, 2012 – March 1, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Crossroads
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Crossroads at (909) 980-6700
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/12 Fee: Free Ages: 13 to 17 years old
Computer Training
Activity Number: 0644.101
Come and join in learning basic computer skills. This 6 week program will teach you the basic skills to operate a computer along with the components of Word, Power Point, Publisher and Excel. This course also includes a career development overview to help you plan and apply these skills to your employment readiness.
Day: Tuesdays
Date: Jan. 31 - March 6
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Volunteers of America Southwest
Location: Fontana Library
8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana 92335
To register call 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/28 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Computer Training Class
Activity Number: 7601.103
Come and join in learning basic computer skills. This 6 week program will teach you the basic skills to operate a computer along with the components of Word, Power Point, Publisher and Excel. This course also includes a career development overview to help you plan and apply these skills to your employment readiness
Day: Thursdays
Date: March 1, 2012 – April 5, 2012
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00p.m.
Instructor: Shelly Abril
Location: Fontana Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana 92335
To register call 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/24 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Federal Income Tax Primer
Activity Number: 1603.101
Review of basic tax credits for your benefit:
Earned Income Tax Credit, Educational Credits, Child Tax Credit, Child and Dependent Care Credit, Retirement Saving Credit, and Estimated Tax Payments
Day: Thursday
Date: March 8, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Jerrie R. Muir (English)
Lourdes Ortega (Spanish)
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Communication Skills Workshop
Activity Number: 7601.104
This workshop can strengthen marriages, families and communities.
Imagine the possibilities if you could have in your possession a treasure chest of tools that allow you to create, nurture, restore and rekindle relationships in our lives. This class covers such topics as levels of learning, stages of relationship, three hopes/three fears, stress styles of communication and caring behaviors just to name a few.
Day: Thursday
Date: March 8, 2012 – April 12, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: James Flowers
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Computer Training
Activity Number: 0644.102
Come and join in learning basic computer skills. This 6 week program will teach you the basic skills to operate a computer along with the components of Word, Power Point, Publisher and Excel. This course also includes a career development overview to help you plan and apply these skills to your employment readiness.
Day: Tuesdays
Date: March 13 - April 17
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Volunteers of America Southwest
Location: Fontana Library
8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana 92335
To register call 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/28 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
How to Fix Your Own Credit
Activity Number: 1603.106
Understanding Your Credit Report and Score Learn what’s in a credit report, learn how long items must legally report, learn how to dispute your own inaccuracies and learn the simple ways to improve your FICO score.
Day: Thursdays
Date: March 15, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard Nonprofit
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Anger Management
Activity Number: 1603.107
Learn how to Improve self-control
Practice problem solving without aggression
Improve communication skills
Gain awareness of emotions that influence behavior
*Classes are for ages 13 to 17 years old
Day: Thursdays
Date: March 22, 2012 – April 26, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Crossroads
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To Registration call Crossroads at (909) 980-6700
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/12 Fee: Free Ages: 13 to 17 years old
Beginning English Skills
Activity Number: 1603.108
Come and join in learning English in a fun and supportive setting. This class covers the basics of English Language. We will learn English vocabulary, reading and writing, along with conversational and job communication skills. This class is for English and Non-English speakers.
Day: Thursdays
Date: April 5, 2012 – May 10, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Kirby, M.Ed
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Computer Training Class
Activity Number: 7601.105
Come and join in learning basic computer skills. This 6 week program will teach you the basic skills to operate a computer along with the components of Word, Power Point, Publisher and Excel. This course also includes a career development overview to help you plan and apply these skills to your employment readiness
Day: Thursdays
Date: April 12, 2012 – May 17, 2012
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00p.m.
Instructor: Shelly Abril
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/24 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Raising a Money Smart Child
Activity Number: 7601.106
A parent’s guide to providing children with the necessary basic financial skills as early as possible. It’s never too early to develop good saving and spending habits!
Day: Thursday
Date: April 19, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard Nonprofit
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Computer Training
Activity Number: 0644.103
Come and join in learning basic computer skills. This 6 week program will teach you the basic skills to operate a computer along with the components of Word, Power Point, Publisher and Excel. This course also includes a career development overview to help you plan and apply these skills to your employment readiness.
Day: Tuesdays
Date: April 24 - May 29
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Instructor: Volunteers of America Southwest
Location: Fontana Library
8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana 92335
To register call 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Raising Kids Twogether
Activity Number:1603.201
RKT is a highly interactive class combining the best in couple communication skills and parenting skills for the parents of children ages 0-5 years old. The communication skills help you build a strong, lasting relationship within which your child can thrive. The parenting skills give you simple, practical information and strategies so that you will thoroughly enjoy being a parent and your child will feel loved and secure.
Day: Thursday
Date: May 3, 2012 to June 21, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: James Flowers
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Public Speaking
Activity Number:7644.201
Learn how to overcome your fears and use public speaking to improve your life. You will learn Voice Inflection, gestures, how to use visual aids and more.
Day: Thursday
Date: May 10, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Charles Radney
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
How to know if a Housing Provider, Seller, Lender, or Tenant is following the law
Activity Number:7644.202
Should your personal characteristics (race, gender, disability, number of children) limit where you live? The law says it should not. This FREE workshop, offered by Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board (IFHMB), a HUD approved counseling agency, will teach you your rights and responsibilities under federal and state housing laws. Learn how to determine and report discrimination, identify the warning signs of lending scams, and take advantage of variety of FREE tax-payer-funded housing-related services provided.
Day: Thursday
Date: May 17, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Prepare to Launch: Information and Resources to Start Your Business
Activity Number:7644.203
Have you always wanted to start a business, but aren’t sure where to start? Attend this introductory workshop to learn about the resources available, and the steps required to start a successful business.
Day: Thursday
Date: May 24, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: IEWBC
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Foreclosure Prevention
Activity Number:7644.204
Information and resources so you will know what action steps to take and what options are available if your mortgage becomes delinquent, you are facing foreclosure, or you are facing a mortgage interest reset which you can no longer afford once adjusted.
Day: Thursday
Date: May 31, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard Nonprofit
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Substance Abuse Prevention
Activity Number:7644.205
Learn the causes of drug addiction, history of addiction, and relapse prevention. Our goal is to bring awareness to victims of drug and alcohol abuse. We have programs to help victims to rebuild self-esteem, trust, and strength to fight the dependency of drugs or alcohol. We encourage families of the victims to also attend.
Day: Thursday
Date: June 7, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: N.C.A.I.
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
How to Avoid Modification and Mortgage Scams (and what to do if you are a victim)
Activity Number:7644.206
This informative workshop, offered by Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board (IFHMB), a HUD approved counseling agency, will provide general information about the warning signs of lending scams, how to reports scams and unfair lending practices, and the numerous FREE tax-payer-funded housing-related services provided by IFHMB (including FREE Mortgage Modifications).
Day: Thursday
Date: June 14, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Time Management
Activity Number:7644.207
If you’re doing more and enjoying it less, it’s time to make real choices about how and when to spend your time. This seminar gives you the tools to find a balance, achieve your goals and be more effective and productive. Materials Fee$20 at the door.call IEWBC at 909-890-1242
Day: Thursday
Date: June 21, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: IEWBC
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call IEWBC at 909-890-1242 or www.iewbc.org
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Essential Couponing
Activity Number:7644.208
This fun and interactive workshop will help you organize your shopping list, meal plan; prepare a budget and learn how to use coupons effectively to save money on your grocery shopping and more. Be prepared to share ideas and coupons with other attendees.
Day: Thursday
Date: June 28, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
How to know if a Housing Provider, Seller, Lender, or Tenant is following the law
Activity Number:1603.202
Should your personal characteristics (race, gender, disability, number of children) limit where you live? The law says it should not. This FREE workshop, offered by Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board (IFHMB), a HUD approved counseling agency, will teach you your rights and responsibilities under federal and state housing laws. Learn how to determine and report discrimination, identify the warning signs of lending scams, and take advantage of variety of FREE tax-payer-funded housing-related services provided.
Day: Thursday
Date: June 28, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Prepare to Launch: Information and Resources to Start Your Business
Activity Number:7644.209
Have you always wanted to start a business, but aren’t sure where to start? Attend this introductory workshop to learn about the resources available, and the steps required to start a successful business.
Day: Thursday
Date: July 12, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: IEWBC
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Anger Management
Activity Number:1603.203
To Understand the process of changing my negative behavior
To discover how attitudes affect my behavior
To understand how to control my attitudes and emotions so that I can be in control of my life
To decide to take positive steps to alter my present behavior
To establish goal-directed behavior patterns
To gain skills in areas of personal responsibility, financial management, interpersonal relationships, job readiness and self-improvement
To make a firm commitment to never knowingly repeat as a criminal offender.
Day: Thursdays
Date: July 12, 2012 – August 23, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Crossroads
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Crossroads at (909) 980-6700
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/12 Fee: Free Ages: 18 to 25 years old
Fix Marriage Problems and Avoid Bankruptcy
Activity Number:7644.210
Learn the difference between legal separation and divorce. Discuss how to settle child custody, visitation and support matters. Drowning in debt? Find out what options you have to fix your money problems and how to keep your home. Class provided by an expert family law attorney with experience in bankruptcy.
Day: Thursdays
Date: July 19, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Attorney Vincent B. Garcia
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Budgeting 101
Activity Number:7644.211
Learn how to track your spending, develop a plan to save for your goals, pay down debt, and improve your financial stability.
Instructor: Springboard Nonprofit Consumer Credit Management
One of the most important aspects of controlling your budget is to determine where your money is going. Please consider using this online home budget calculator to help you do just that.
You may access this financial tool at Springboards website at www.credit.org click on resource center, click on financial worksheets calculators - Online Home Budget Calculator – Household budget worksheet.
Day: Thursday
Date: July 26, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard Nonprofit
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
How to Fix Your Own Credit
Activity Number:7644.212
Understanding Your Credit Report and Score Learn what’s in a credit report, learn how long items must legally report, learn how to dispute your own inaccuracies and learn the simple ways to improve your FICO score.
Day: Thursday
Date: August 2, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Springboard
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Hassle Free Homework
Activity Number: August 9- 7644.213 and August 16- 7644.214
This school year, help your child complete assignments; improve study skills and grades with new strategies and methods for homework success.
Day: Thursday
Date: August 9 and 16, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Leading Edge Learning Center
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Nutrition Workshop
Activity Number:1603.204
Attend the Free Nutrition workshops to families through the EFNEP nutrition program. Come learn how to make healthy and tasty recipes, meal planning food buying savings and fun physical activities.
Day: Tuesday
Date: August 14 - September 25, 2012
Time: 8:30a.m. - 10:030 a.m.
Instructor: EFNEP Program Manager/ UC Cooperative Extension
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Cypress Center at 909-349-6988
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
The Art of Communication
Activity Number:7644.207
Attend this workshop to learn about the art of communication and how you can use an understanding of different communication styles to enhance both your professional and personal relationships. Materials Fee $20 at the door. Call IEWBC at 909-890-1242
Day: Thursday
Date: August 23, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: IEWBC
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call IEWBC at 909-890-1242 or www.iewbc.org
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/25 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Pairs Essentials
Activity Number:7644.216
Pairs Essentials tool box for enhanced communication, empathy, problem solving, and emotional connection delivered over three sections: the Heart of Intimacy, Constructive Conflict, Emotional Literacy. Discover the essential skills that have helped tens of thousands create and sustain successful relationships that are an ongoing source of love, pleasure, and happiness. Classes have a brief lectures followed by strong emphasis on practical, easy to use, relationship building tools through interactive exercises with your partner
Day: Thursday
Date: September 6, 2012 to October 25, 2012
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: James Flowers
Location: Fontana Community Senior Center
16710 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Senior Center at 909-854-5151
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/30 Fee: Free Ages: 18+
Anger Management for Teens
Activity Number:1603.205
Learn how to Improve self-control
Practice problem solving without aggression
Improve communication skills
Gain awareness of emotions that influence behavior
*Classes are for ages 13 to 17 years old
Day: Thursdays
Date: September 6, 2012 – October 11, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Crossroads
Location: Cypress Community Center
8380 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, 92335
To register call Crossroads at (909) 980-6700
Class Information: Min/Max: 3/12 Fee: Free Ages: 13 to 17 years old