These classes are offered for non-native speakers who have tested above our state-supported program or who wish to focus on one specific area of English. It is not necessary to take the placement test before enrolling in these classes. Please see the English as a Second Language section for free state-supported classes.
If you are an advanced ESL learner or have termed out of the advanced low ESL class at the Palo Alto Adult School, and if you want to take your English conversation skills to the next level, this class is for you!
Duration: 7 wks
Date range: January 18 to March 8
(No class: February 15.)
Day(s) of the week: Friday
Hour: 9:30 a.m.–12 noon
Address: Greendell Rm P4
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Advanced ESL speaking skills—be able to comfortably participate in everyday conversations, express opinions, ask and answer questions, describe simple situations (errors are okay but they must not stop participation.
Price: $140
Instructor: Anjani Sarma, asarma@pausd.org
This class is ideal for students who want to develop their reading, listening, speaking and writing skills while becoming familiar with many useful English expressions.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: January 15 to March 12
(No class: February 26.)
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: Cubberley Rm A3
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Recommended for intermediate high to advanced English learners
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, simonewojt@gmail.com
Do English prepositions such as on and at, up and above, to and from confuse you?
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: January 14 to March 18
(No class: January 21 and February 18.)
Day(s) of the week: Monday
Hour: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Address: Cubberley Rm A7
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: For advanced ESL language learners
Price: $160
Instructor: Anjani Sarma, asarma@pausd.org
No Longer Available
This lively class will help you build confidence and overcome your fear of speaking in class and in everyday situations!
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Recommended for high beginning to intermediate English learners
Instructor: Nilou Shokrani, niloufar.shokrani@gmail.com
This class is ideal for students who want to improve their English skills while exploring cultural diversity in America.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: January 16 to March 13
(No class: February 27.)
Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: Cubberley Rm A3
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Recommended for advanced English language learners
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, simonewojt@gmail.com
In today’s world, whether for business, school or personal matters, much of our written communication is done via emails. This class shows you the rules of writing direct, clear and concise emails (See individual module fees.)
Duration: 4 wks
Date range: January 31 to February 28
(No class: February 14.)
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Address: Palo Alto HS Rm 218
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: High intermediate to advanced English learners
Price: $64 for ALL 4 weeks (See individual module fees.)
Instructor: Mitra Bahrami, mbahrami@pausd.org
This class is designed for students who want to improve their listening and speaking skills, expand their vocabulary, and learn more about US history and culture in a fun and engaging environment! (See individual module fees.)
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: January 22 to March 14
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday AND Thursday
Address: Greendell Rm P9
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Intermediate high to intermediate advanced English leearners
Price: $160 ( (for ALL 8 weeks -OR- Students can sign up for each module separately.)
Instructor: Mitra Bahrami, mbahrami@pausd.org
Speak English more clearly and confidently. Improve your listening comprehension and master the most important elements of English pronunciation!
Duration: 8 wks
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: High intermediate oral English skills (non-native speakers)
Instructor: Sue Stevick, sstevick@pausd.org
Improve your confidence when you speak on the phone in English! In this class, you will practice making appointments, canceling appointments, and lodging complaints.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: January 24 to February 28
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Address: Greendell Rm P7
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: For beginning and intermediate English language learners
Price: $96
Instructor: Michelle Skowbo, mskowbo@pausd.org
No Longer Available
Do you want to be able to present with confidence? Do you need to present information or research to a group?
Duration: 4 wks
Date range: February 13 to March 6
Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
Hour: 6:30–9:00 p.m.
Address: Palo Alto HS Rm 213
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Recommended for high intermediate to advanced native English speakers
Price: $80
Instructor: Katherine Barg, Ed.D., professorbarg@gmail.com
No Longer Available
This class is designed to help English language learners understand the TOEFL test and prepare for it. (See individual module fees.)
Duration: 9 wks
Date range: January 16 to March 13
Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
Hour: 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Address: Palo Alto HS Rm 205
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: High/advanced English level students
Price: $216 ( (for ALL 9 weeks -OR- Students can sign up for each module separately.)
Instructor: Mitra Bahrami, mbahrami@pausd.org
No Longer Available
This class gives you a cultural understanding of Business and Education in the US.
Duration: 8 wks (OR: Section A / 4 wks -or- Section B / 4 wks)
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
Hour: 6:30–9 p.m.
Address: Palo Alto HS Rm 205
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: High intermediate to advanced English learners
Price: $160 for ALL 8 weeks or $95 for 4 wks (Section A or Section B)
Instructor: Mitra Bahrami, mbahrami@pausd.org
This class is ideal for students who want to improve their English skills while becoming familiar with many interesting aspects of US history and culture.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: January 17 to March 14
(No class: February 28.)
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: Cubberley Rm A7
Quarter: Winter 2019
Prerequisite: Recommended for high intermediate to advanced English language learners
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz simonewojt@gmail.com
