English as a Second Language Classes

ESL - "ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE"

Leominster Assembly is reaching out to the international community with its ESL school called "English For All Nations" (EFAN). 

This is our fifth year having an ESL program. ESL is for people from other countries who want to learn the English language. It is a valued program which serves as a bridge from the church to the community. We teach whoever comes and registers for our program. In years past we had Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced classes. Every year is different because the need is different. This past year we registered 102 students from 20 different countries. It is a joy to see the students come to us weekly to learn some skills.

This year we will have registration on Saturday January 30 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. There we give the students a test to access what level they will be in the program. Some come with no English at all and with them we start at the beginning with alphabet and sounds. Other students come with some skills and we fit them in the program where we believe they should be.

We use State of the Art materials integrated in Reading, Writing, Listening and Conversation skills. The teachers/tutors/aides are volunteers that are committed, excited and professional in what they do. They take their teaching seriously and come prepared to give the students the best that they can.

The courses are free to the students. We charge only for the cost of the book. We are blessed at LAOG because we have the fellowship hall/class rooms in which to teach the students. We are a giving and loving church and we as staff, give of ourselves cheerfully and freely. We will be having classes beginning Tuesday evening, February 2 from 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM and Wednesday morning, February 3 from 9:00 AM to 11:15 AM.

We look forward to another good year to help bring the Gospel to pass - "Go and teach all Nations." We are looking for staff to help us in this endeavor. If you are willing to help, please call Rita and she will set up Teacher Training for you. Individuals who are interested in teaching or helping in the ESL school may request a packet of information by calling the church office at 978-534-1190, or e-mailing the school at info@laog.org. Some teaching experience is helpful, but not required. Training is offered for the fall season.

Prospective students may pick up a brochure in the church foyer, or call the church office at 978-534-1190 for more information.

Thank you and God Bless you and yours,

ESL Director, Rita T. Trainque
ESL Co-Director Bernadette Oinonen