Not all classes listed here are offered every term
Course Title Description of Course
 Adult Basic Education Course Content Description
Basic Reading Work with math, language arts, writing, history, geography, science, health, workplace skills and basic life skills to earn a middle school certificate.  Individualized and group study is used to improve reading and vocabulary.  ESL students must complete Advanced ESL prior to enrolling
Math Review - Distance Learning Brush up on math skills at home with lessons on DVD and written course work.  Meet the teacher for follow-up.  This is not a high school credit course. ($20 refundable deposit required)
High School *GED Test Preparation Work individually on classes required for a high school diploma: English, fine arts, math, science, social studies and electives.  Preparing for GED exam, you will take several practice tests and do review work.  Attendance schedule will be set by students.
Online GED Preparation Distance Learning While you are completing diploma requirement courses in our Learning Center, you can now study for the GED at home with the help of the Internet.  After you have taken the practice GED, enroll with a counselor.  Meet with the teacher to get software and a password.  Work at home on your own schedule.  To get help, you can contact the teacher through e-mail or in person.  The staff will monitor your progress.  Eighth grade reading level is a prerequisite for enrollment in this course.  No fee $40 refundable deposit.
Distance Learning - GED CAHSEE Study for the GED & High School Exit Exam tests while working on course work necessary for an adult high school diploma.  Use videotapes and printed material to review and prepare for the tests.  You'll meet with the teacher for follow-ups. prerequisite: Eighth grade reading level for enrollment. ($20 refundable deposit to borrow materials)
ESL Classes Course Content Description
ESL Beginning Literary For students who cannot read or write in English, and/or do not speak English
ESL Beginning Low For students with limited reading and writing skills in English.  Emphasis is on listening and speaking.  Students learn the basic forms and vocabulary of English needed in everyday situations.
ESL Beginning High For students who already know everyday English words and phrases.  Students learn to communicate their basic needs in spoken and written English.  They learn to read simplified materials and to take part in simple conversations.  Vocabulary development emphasized.
ESL Intermediate Low For students who know the English necessary for everyday situations.  Students will learn to communicate in new situations, learn about cultural differences and similarities.  Topics are chosen according to student interests. Begin to emphasize correct forms.
ESL Intermediate High For students who can effectively communicate in English in most familiar situations.  Emphasis is on improving written and spoken communication.  Course content is determined by student goals and interests.
ESL Advanced Low For students who can converse on most topics, but cannot speak fluently about technical subjects.  Students use basic grammar structures correctly, but cannot self-correct complex structures.  Emphasis is on developing higher level skills .
ESL Advanced High For students who communicate fluently on a variety of topics and who make few errors in structure.  The goal is to prepare students to exit the ESL program and transition to courses designed for native speakers of English.  Emphasis is on developing the skills necessary to meet the student's social, academic, and vocational demands with confidence.
ESL INT/ADV Writing Skills For intermediate High/Advanced ESL students who need to improve their writing in business situations.  Students learn to write clear and effective letters, memos, faxes, and e-mail, and to understand business idioms.  Write documents to solve problems with products or services, request information or assistance.  Learn grammar and usage that are appropriate for business writing.
ESL Language & Tutor Skills English for the family (mothers, fathers, grandparents, aunts and uncles) to practice speaking English.  Adults will be studying English and learning to help their school-age children with schoolwork. Free babysitting will be provided for children age 2-8.  School-age children will get homework help in night class.
ESL Citizenship A review of U.S. History and study of U.S. Government in preparation for the naturalization examination.  Citizenship Preparation now available through ESL Distance Learning.
ESL Advanced Academic For ESL students with college or university goals who need academic skills beyond those taught in the basic adult ESL program.  Students will use authentic reading passages to develop vocabulary and reading skills. Reading discussions will be the basis for learning to write well-organized paragraphs.  Students should have completed Advanced ESL course.
Pronunciation/Reduce Accent
 Designed to improve the pronunciation and communication skills of non-native English speakers who have intermediate to advanced levels of English proficiency.  Identify the parts of your accent that prevent understanding and work to improve them. Conversation, audiotapes, listening exercises and general fluency lessons will be included.
ESL Intermediate/Advanced: useful English Conversation

  For intermediate and advanced level ESL students.  Use the grammar and vocabulary you already know.  Learn the latest idioms and slang.  Practice Conversation with native speakers of English, and discuss topics covered in the most popular American magazines and newspapers.  English is the world language.  Bring Your English to Life in this exciting new class! Register in the classroom.