English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL people The holistic design of our programs embraces a broad spectrum of needs. The ancient city gate was not only a place where the vulnerable (the widow and orphan) and the poor were to receive justice, but where the foreigner ("sojourner") was to find welcome. In an international city like Washington, our ministry of inclusion and empowerment goes beyond poverty issues. In partnership with Wisconsin Avenue Baptist Church in Tenleytown, an affluent Northwest DC neighborhood, adult ESL programs enable us to provide hospitality to those from other countries, build bridges of cultural understanding, and help non–English speakers participate in our community.

ESL News

  • Spring Graduation is May 8 — Congratulations to all graduates!
  • Registration for fall 2008 will be Tuesday and Thursday, September 16 & 18

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Our programs are offered for two semesters, fall (12 weeks) and spring (14 weeks). Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00–12:00pm. Three levels of instructions are offered: (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced). Our average class size is 5–10 students. The only cost is a registration fee of $50, which includes the classes and books.

All of our teachers are volunteers, including students attending from local universities, retired teachers, and others who wish to provide a service to the community.

All ESL classes are held at Wisconsin Avenue Baptist Church, 3920 Alton Place, DC 20016, approximately 1.5 blocks from the Tenleytown–AU stop on Metro's Red Line.

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