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.
Improve your English skills while discussing current affairs. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: May 14 to June 18
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: Recommended for intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $109
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
Develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills while becoming familiar with many useful English expressions. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: May 5 to June 23
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: Recommended for intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $139
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
This lively class will help you build confidence and overcome your fear of speaking in class and in everyday situations! During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 5 wks
Date range: May 12 to June 11
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday AND Thursday
Hour: 1–2:30 p.m.
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For high beginning to intermediate English learners.
Price: $129
Instructor: Nilou Shokrani, niloufar.shokrani@gmail.com
In this class we will read poems about the beauty and peace of nature from Emily Dickinson and also from a group of traditional Chinese poets. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 4 wks
Date range: June 16 to July 7
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday AND Thursday
Hour: 10 a.m.–12 noon
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For high intermediate to advance students only
Price: $112
Instructor: Sharon Hampel, sh711@hotmail.com
Have you been trying to figure out the mysteries of the American Election this year? Please join us if you want to learn about this (and more) before the November 3rd election. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: June 10
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate to advanced English learners
Instructor: Katherine Barg, professorbarg@gmail.com
Are you feeling sad about not being able to travel this Summer? Don’t be sad any longer! Take a virtual trip around the world by taking this class. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: June 8 to July 15
Day(s) of the week: Monday AND Wednesday
Hour: 9–11 a.m.
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For Intermediate High to Advance English learners
Price: $209
Instructor: Sharon Fekete, sfekete@pausd.org
You will explore some of the most interesting issues in the United States today, through the popular medium of film. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 4 wks
Date range: June 8 to July 1
Day(s) of the week: Monday AND Wednesday
Hour: 10 a.m.–12 noon
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $139
Instructor: Kelle Mason, kelleann@gmail.com
If you are an intermediate high or advanced low ESL student or are studying for the TOEFL exam, and are looking to improve your reading comprehension or speaking skills by increasing your vocabulary, this class is for you! During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: June 9 to July 16
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday AND Thursday
Hour: 10 a.m.–12 noon
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced low English language learners.
Price: $209
Instructor: Anjani Sarma, asarma@pausd.org
Improve your English skills while becoming familiar with many interesting aspects of US history and culture. During the current Covid-19 quarantine, this class, and many of our classes are being held ONLINE.
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: May 13 to June 17
Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: ONLINE CLASS
Quarter: Summer 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $109
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
This schedule
valid through
July 17, 2020
