Conveniently located near many of the Bay Area’s largest public school districts, students enrolled in the KSOE programs experience opportunities to apply their knowledge and new understandings in real classrooms in both private and public education settings.

Words from our Graduates:

“I think that’s why Saint Mary’s is so successful. Because, of all the programs that I’ve witnessed, Saint Mary’s truly has somebody there for you that’s matched to your area, who understands what you’re going through, and who’s there for you – unconditionally – throughout the process.”   

- Leyla Benson, Single Subject Credential Program, Administrative Credential and Master’s Program Graduate; Administrator, Summit Necessary Small High School

“The decision to enter the School of Education changed my professional life. ...The program is flexible, individualized and the schedule is geared towards working professionals. The curriculum covers a broad approach to leadership including specific fundamental, theoretical and pragmatic approaches.”          

- Kevin Horan Ed.D., Educational Leadership Doctorate Program Graduate; Executive Dean at Diablo Valley College, San Ramon, California campus.

“What I obtained personally from my relationships at the School of Education is equal to the value of the educational experience itself. I am proud of being an SMC graduate because of the respect and recognition that professionals have for the quality of education that I received. It was a completely positive experience and well worth the investment that I made.”                                                      

- Tonya Lemmon, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapy Program Graduate