English As A Second Language & Citizenship

There is no charge for ESL and Citizen Preparation classes for Wallingford residents.

English for the Foreign-Born
English for various skill levels, if you are new to our country, or if you never learned English.  The course runs for 16 weeks and meets at the Learning Center.  You may choose between two different time schedules:

    Monday & Wednesday:  7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Classes begin on September 13
    Instructors:  Staff Teachers

    Monday - Thursday:  9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
    Classes begin on Semptember 13
    Instructors:  Staff Teachers

(ESL) Reading, Writing, and Pronunciation for Everyday Living
Do you want to improve your pronunciation and speak English more clearly? Do you want to proctice reading? Do you want to learn how to write letters, e-mails, notes to your child's school and fill out forms? Intermediate and above ESL learners are encouraged to join this lively course. This course runs for 13 weeks.  Classes begin on September 17.

    Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
    Instructor: W. Toftness
    ESL Program coordinator:  Carol Halstead e-mail

Citizen Exam Preparation Course
Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship exam.  We will review American history, as well as, the functions of our local, state, and federal government.  We discuss typical exam questions, and you will receive help with the naturalization application.  You may join the Citizenship Exam Preparation course at anytime during the semester.  This course runs for 14 weeks. Classes begin on September 13.
    
    Mon & Wed ............................ 7:00 - 9:00 p.m
    Instructor:  S. Holdt

Day Classes 
    Monday  .....................................9:15 - 11:15 a.m
    Instructor:   S. Holdt
    Citizenship Program Coordinator:   Carol Halstead


American Living
Do you want to learn about current events, finances (money), basic writing, computers, and how the U.S. Government works? Come to an American Living class. You must be regularly attending Intermediate or Advanced ESL classes to attend this class. Students who have graduated from ESL classes are welcome to attend also. This course runs for 16 weeks. Classes begin September 8.

    Monday & Wednesday  .....................................9:15 - 11:15 a.m
    Instructor:   S. Holdt and W. Toftness
    Citizenship Program Coordinator:   Carol Halstead