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ACEC Classes. . .
Pierian Spring Academy (PSA) and the Adult and Community Education (ACEC) of the Sarasota County School District agreed to co-list selected lectures and courses. To learn more about ACEC and its offerings, call 941-361-6590 or visit their website. Courses listed below can be registered through either organization. You may also register for these courses using the PSA registration form.
FALL SESSION
Generations
What is your generation...traditionalist, baby boomer, generation X, generation Y or the Millennial? Each generation is influenced by cultural and economic events that shape its values and style. Explore the mind-sets of different generations and learn how each group sees the world based on their experiences and values.
Wednesdays, September 30 – November 4 (6 wks)
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. $60 The Glenridge at Palmer
Instructor: Evadne Mela - Evadne Mela received her BA from Eckerd College. She has taught computers and creativity classes for Adult & Senior Enrichment since 2001. Evadne has an MA in gerontology and Reiki 2nd Degree.
Major Religious Traditions of Asia
Explore the major religious traditions that helped shape Asia’s culture, society and history: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto and Islam. Look into major beliefs, regional variations, history and cultural impact. Studying these major religious traditions is both fascinating and highly informative to better understand the diversity of Asian cultures and societies.
Tuesdays, September 29 – November 3 (6 weeks)
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $ 60 The Glenridge at Palmer Ranch
Instructor: E. Meissner - Eric Meissner earned a BA degree in Japanese Studies from Colgate University, NY and was awarded a scholarship by the Japanese Ministry of Education to pursue studies at Osaka University. MA in Southeast Asian Studies - National University of Singapore. Taught at Booker Middle School and at the Universal Academy of Florida and is listed in "Who's Who Among American Teachers", 2007 edition.