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English Language Learners
in Adult Basic Education
Computers for ESOL
with Bill Keller

Being comfortable with technology is necessary in our personal and professional lives. This class is for students with beginner-level understanding of computers and other tools of technology. Instructor Bill Keller uses his teaching and technology expertise to help students improve their computer literacy skills and become comfortable with technology. Call the ABE Coordinator to register for this and other ESOL classes. This class will be held in-person or online based on CDC guidance. Students meet with instructor for two one-hour sessions per week at various times. No classes 1/18, 2/15-2/19, and 4/19-4/23.
Instructor: Bill Keller
Various days, 1/11 - 5/28, two one-hour blocks, various times
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free
Reading and Writing Foundations for ESOL
with Carol Durkin

Students will practice reading everyday English used in the community, such as newspapers, doctor’s instructions and mail. The class will also give students practice writing basic English sentences and paragraphs through letter writing, short stories and more. This course is for ESOL students who tested as high beginner to high intermediate on the CASAS test (200–220). Rolling admission.
Both Reading and Writing Essentials and Reading and Writing Foundations for ESOL courses meet at the same time allowing students to interact in groups of various levels. Rolling admission. Call 207-892-1819 to set up an appointment with ABE Coordinator Cathy Giuffre-Renaud. No classes 2/16, 2/18, 4/20 and 4/22.
Instructor: Carol Durkin
Tues/Thurs, 1/19 - 5/27, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: WRAE Learning Center
Fee: Free
Beginner English Language Learning
with Carol Durkin

This class is for ESOL students with little to no English language skills in speaking, reading or writing. This class provides pre-literacy and beginner literacy skills to aid students’ growth in confidence with English language skills. No classes 2/16, 2/18, 4/20 and 4/22.
Instructor: Carol Durkin
Tues/Thurs, 1/19 - 5/27, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free
Four-Skills Essentials for ESOL
with Sandy Warren

Students will practice reading, writing, speaking and listening in English using topics from the community to world events, science/technology and more. This course will help prepare students for success in life skills, workplace and academics. Students will practice writing to express opinions and ideas, summarize, and share information and personal stories. This course is for ESOL students with CASAS test scores in high-beginner to high-intermediate (200-220). Rolling admission. This class will run either in-person or online per CDC guidance. The days and times will be the same. No classes 2/15, 2/17, 4/19 and 4/21.
Instructor: Sandy Warren
Mon/Wed: 1/20 - 5/26, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free
ESOL Evenings
with Sandy Warren

This program assists students in reading, writing, speaking and listening in English. Instruction is designed to meet learners’ needs and can include preparation for the citizenship test upon request. Rolling admission. Students must meet with the ABE Coordinator for registration and testing. This class will run either in-person or online per CDC guidance. The days and times will be the same. No classes 2/15, 2/17, 4/19 and 4/21.
Instructor: Sandy Warren
Mon/Wed: 1/20 - 5/26, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center/Online
Fee: Free