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  1. How do I register for ESOL classes?
  2. Where are the classes offered?
  3. Why will I be tested?
  4. What do I need to bring to the registration?
  5. What is the cost of the classes?
  6. When are the classes offered?
  7. Who are the people who will be helping me?
  8. What will I be learning during the year?
  9. Who can register for these classes?

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How do I register for ESOL classes?

You register for the ESOL classes by attending the Registration/Orientation Sessions throughout the year.    Students who do not attend any of these sessions will not be permitted to participate in any class activities.  See the registration dates link on the ESOL home page or click here.

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Where are the classes offered ?

The classes are offered at the following sites:

Parma Snow Library (Monday and Friday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00) located at 2121 Snow Road (between State Road and Broadview Road).

Parma South Library (Monday and Thursday afternoons from 12:00 to 2:00) located at 7335 Ridge Road (near Pleasant Valley Road).

Valley Forge High School (Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00) located at 9999 Independence Boulevard (across from Tri-C Community College).

Divinity Lutheran Church (Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the summer only) located at 11877 Blossom Avenue (off York Road in Parma Heights).

Parma Heights Library (Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30) located at the intersection of Olde York Road and Pearl Road (next to the Parma Heights Fire Station)
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Why will I be tested ?

During the registration process you will be given a short evaluation to determine your present English skills.  The results will help the instructors place you in a classroom with other students who have the same level of English mastery.  During the year you will be re-evaluated to determine your progress and to assure that you are getting the best level of instruction possible.

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What do I need to bring to the registration?

Since this is a grant program and is offered to you at no cost, we are required to register you according to guidelines set by the United States Department of Education.  You will be asked to fill out a registration form that includes among other things, your social security number, current address and phone number, contact person in case of emergencies and any medical conditions that we need to be aware of.  If you have a driver's license or state identification card, you must have it available as you fill out the forms.

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What is the cost of the classes ?

The classes are available at no cost to you and are made possible by various grants from the government and community organizations.

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When are the classes offered ?

For information on classes for the summer of 2010 click here.

The classes are offered at the following times:

Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 at the Parma Heights Library.

Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 12:00 to 2:00 at the Parma South Library.

Monday and Friday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 at the Parma Snow Library

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from7:00 to 9:00 at Valley Forge High School

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 at Divinity Lutheran Church--summer only
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Who are the people that will be helping me?

The Parma ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) staff consists of very dedicated and experienced educators who want to help you attain your education goals.  Along with a Program Director and Site Facilitator, there are Educational Assistants, Orientation Assistants, Tutors, Counselors and Instructors available to make your classroom experience very enjoyable.  All the instructors are professional educators with one third of them having at least a Master's Degree.  Two thirds of them have five or more years of Adult Basic Education experience.  In order to be aware of current research and teaching techniques in their field, all instructors are required to attend professional development seminars yearly.

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What will I be learning during the year?

The results of the placement test you take during registration/orientation will place you in a class or level (from 1 to 6) that is best suited for your needs.  Click on the school house below to view the topics (called Standards and Benchmarks) that are offered at each level.  In addition you will have the opportunity to make use of the Listening Lab, the Computer Lab and  listen to people from the community speaking on topics such as job placement and communities resources.

We are here to help you learn. Click on the school house to view what will taught in your classroom.

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Who can register for these classes?

The classes are available for anyone who is eighteen (18) years of age or older (not enrolled in a public or private school system).  You cannot participate in this program if you are currently holding an F-1 Visa.

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