Our free English classes teach adult refugees, immigrants, citizens and asylees all levels of English from literacy to pre-college readiness. Students of all statuses are welcome.
While the Institute building is closed due to COVID-19, English classes will happen on phones, computers, and through the mail. See our schedule below. To join online classes, you will need a computer with internet or a smartphone with the Zoom app.
MFIP or school verification question? Contact the Languages Program Manager, Stacy.
Register for English Class
Interested in our English or Citizenship classes? Intake is every Monday and Friday over Zoom. We do not do phone or form intake; students must attend a Zoom meeting to register.
Visit the link below and enter the Zoom code at the correct time to meet with a teacher and register for class.
Mondays
Teacher: Liz
3 – 4 p.m.
Be prepared to wait, students wait in the waiting room and enter intake one at a time.
https://zoom.us/join
Zoom Code: 834 8605 3303
Fridays
By appointment only
Contact Liz, Class Intake Specialist, to schedule
English Class Schedule
GRAMMAR CLASSES
Grammar A
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Teacher: Stacy
Grammar B
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Teacher: Mary Ellen
Grammar C
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Teacher: Liz
Grammar D (Paused starting September 27)
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Teacher: Emily
SKILLS CLASSES
Computer Skills: Northstar
Practice using your computer for email, documents, Google, and more. Good for all English levels.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Teacher: Dani
Citizenship
Citizenship class is designed for those preparing for the Citizenship test but good for all learners. Learn about US History, Government, and practice the Citizenship interview. Good for all English levels.
When: Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Teacher: Dani
Driver’s Education
Learn about driving in the U.S. Study street signs, driving rules, and more to prepare for the permit test. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Teacher: Dani
Know Your Rights
Learn about your rights in the US. Class talks about worker rights, civil rights, tenant rights, and more. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays & Wednesdays, 12 – 1 p.m.
Teacher: Volunteer Tracy
Pronunciation (Day)
Practice speaking clearly. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Teacher: Mary Ellen
Writing for Work and College
Learn the writing skills you need to reach your goals. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 – 10 a.m.
Teacher: Liz
Literature
Read to improve your English. Good for students in Grammar C and D.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 – 10 a.m.
Teacher: Liz
Listening and Speaking: Role Plays
Learn to talk with confidence in the U.S. Good for all English levels.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 – 10 a.m.
Teacher: Dani
Conversation
Practice your speaking skills with native speakers of English. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 1-2 p.m.
US Holidays
Learn about federal, religious, and cultural holidays in the U.S. Good for all English levels.
When: Thursdays, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Teacher: Liz
Community Orientation Workshops
Community Orientation Workshops teach about life in the United States. Good for all English levels.
When: Fridays, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Teacher: Quyen
Pronunciation (Evening) – (Starting October 5)
Practice speaking clearly. Good for all English levels.
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 6:30-8 p.m.
Teacher: Sarah
