Pronunciation Correction: TBD

This class is designed for the student who has a good vocabulary and understands sentence structure. It will focus on proper pronunciation. We will focus on consonants that are unique to English or sounds that are different from the students native tongues, proper vowel pronunciation, and inflection patterns in English. This is intended to help make the students use of English easier to understand.

Conversation class – Beginner   Monday 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm  in-person
Monday 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm in-person
Thursday 10:00 am – 11:00 am in-person

This class is for beginners learning to converse in English. Each lesson focuses on situations where you must have some vocabulary to ask questions, explain problems or need more information.  Examples include going to the doctor, shopping in a store or online, going to the supermarket and getting a job.  Materials will be distributed each week during class. A review of each lesson occurs the following week.

Conversation Class – Intermediate Thursday 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm  in-person

Plan to expand your everyday conversation skills using a wide array of activities and media sources.  You’ll be encouraged to expand your knowledge of language rules and vocabulary, and blend what you’ve learned into everyday conversation. Be prepared to learn and have some fun at the same time.

Writing/Grammar, Beginner   Tuesday 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in-person

In this beginner grammar and writing section, examples will be sent to students before each class. During class, after going over the examples with the teacher, students will be given multiple opportunities to practice writing using the grammar. 

Writing/Grammar, Intermediate 1 & 2 Friday 10:30 am – 12:00 pm in-person
Friday 11:30 am – 1:00 pm in-person

As the title of this class suggests, the emphasis will be on reading comprehension, English grammar, and writing skills. The teacher will supply reading and grammar assignments each week, which the student should attempt before the next class.

Writing, Advanced Monday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm in-person

This advanced writing class is best for students who already have a strong understanding of English. Students will improve their writing skills through frequent reading and writing assignments. Time will also be spent sharing and learning about each student’s culture.

ESOL Book Club Beginner: Tuesday 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm  virtual

This book club is for students who want to improve their oral and reading comprehension skills. Each week students will read at home a few chapter of the chosen book. Then students will meet online with other students and the teacher.  Students will read aloud and the story will be discussed for comprehension. The teacher supports the students by sending out vocabulary lists the week before.In this teacher-guided class, students will meet to read and discuss a book at a level appropriate for intermediate ESOL students. It is expected that students will read on their own between classes and look up words or phrases with which they are not familiar. The teacher welcomes questions about anything the student does not understand.

ESOL Book club Intermediate:  Tuesday 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm  virtual

In this teacher-guided class, students will meet to read and discuss a book at a level appropriate for intermediate ESOL students. It is expected that students will read on their own between classes and look up words or phrases with which they are not familiar. The teacher welcomes questions about anything the student does not understand.

Social Time(Conversation) ALL LEVELS: Wednesday  1:00 pm – 2:00 pm  in-person

This class will provides students with the opportunity to practice speaking English in a social setting along with other English language learners. Topics are suggested by both students and teacher, either one-on-one or in a larger group. The teacher will be present to help with vocabulary, pronunciation, or phrasing, as needed. The main goal is to feel comfortable and have fun speaking in English while getting to know other people who are also learning English.

Reading and Grammar, Intermediate:  Wednesday  10:30 am – 11:30 am in-person

This class is for students who have some prior knowledge of English. Students will read about interesting topics and learn new vocabulary words.

To test their knowledge, students will answer comprehension questions and discuss the weekly topic as well as have time to practice using the new vocabulary words.

Reading, Advanced:  Monday  10:30 am – 11:30 am in-person

Enrich your vocabulary and your knowledge of American culture as you read classic American short stories. Pre-reading activities will be included to make unfamiliar words and expressions clear and your experience enjoyable. Class is student-centered and tailored to individual interests.