LCS Educational Programs
Come and participate in the Lake Chapala Society's Educational Program series. This is our response to our members call for more educational programs — both entertaining and fun.
Our programs feature highly qualified experts presenting topics that will give you a better understanding of Mexico and yourself.
Each course consists of from 1 to 8 sessions, the prices are very affordable, and the class sizes are small.
Please Note:
- The fee for each Educational Program is payable on-line via credit card. On-line payments are subject to a 7% surcharge to cover processing and foreign exchange fees.
- Seating for each course is limited. Your registration for the course will be confirmed when the payment system notifies the LCS office of your payment.
- On-line registration closes one (1) day prior to the start of the course. LCS can cancel any course, and refund registration fees, if insufficient registrations are received by the closing date. No refunds will be issued to persons who are unable to attend a course.
- A waiting list will be created for each course if member interest exceeds the maximum enrollment.
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Financial Planning Basics for WomenCourse Fee:
This is a two-session class Protect What You Have, Plan for Eventualities and Secure Your Retirement Financial literacy: Understanding money, what it is and how to use it. You have a set of skills you've utilized in many areas of your life that you are already familiar with, such earning a paycheck, paying bills, making a budget, getting a loan, buying a house or car, building savings, paying for children's education and planning for your retirement You will need a clear picture of your current financial status so that you can take appropriate steps to protect what you have, plan for eventualities, and secure your retirement.
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Reba Mayo |
Mexican MannersCourse Fee:
Cultural shock is a normal part of life when we move to another country whose habits are different. We have to observe and learn the local rules of urbanity, what body language issues are appropriate and which are not.
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Alfredo Pérez Aldana Alfredo Pérez is the current education director at LCS. He has served as a university professor, coordinator of undergraduate level in the university, has taught different workshops along the state. He has been an entrepreneur with his own business in Guadalajara. He believes in education as a means of social improvement. His experience as a Mexican has spanned more than 40 years. :) |
Introduction to LakesideIn-person & Zoom ClassesCourse Fee:
Are you planning to move to Chapala’s Lakeside or have you just moved? Welcome to Mexico!
Where exactly is Lakeside
The in-person class: you will be given some materials that will be helpful for your stay.Lakeside Communities Ajijic Village Fiestas LCS Health & Medical Eating Out - Eating In Money - Banks & ATM’s Churches Entertainment & Recreation Transportation Accommodation ∧ Utilities The Zoom class: completely live, and will not be recorded. We'll send you some materials as well as the link to the Zoom session by email so that you can follow the class in a clearer and more orderly manner. There is a lot to learn. The email is sent from 24 to 48 hours prior to the Zoom class. Prepare your questions — we'll be ready to give you answers. Enrollment ends: 1 day prior to class start. No refunds.
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Getting Your Jalisco Driver's LicenseWithout Losing Your MindCourse Fee:
To help you get your Jalisco driver's license, we have prepared this class to guide you through the entire process — from making sure you have the necessary documents, including how to get some of them, knowing and understanding the process, to sharing with you other topics such as: Enrollment ends: 1 day prior to class start. No refunds.
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Alfredo Pérez Aldana Alfredo Pérez is the current education director at LCS. He has served as a university professor, coordinator of undergraduate level in the university, has taught different workshops along the state. He has been an entrepreneur with his own business in Guadalajara. He believes in education as a means of social improvement. His experience as a Mexican has spanned more than 40 years. :) |
