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.
Develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills while becoming familiar with many useful English expressions. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: September 15 to November 10
(No class: October 20.)
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
This class covers the most important and the most basic communication skills needed for success in the American workplace. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: October 13 to December 8
(No class: November 24.)
Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
Hour: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: Intermediate to advanced English learners
Price: $128
Instructor: Katherine S. Barg Ed.D, kbarg@pausd.org
This class is ideal for students who want to improve their English skills while discussing current affairs. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: September 16 to November 11
(No class: October 21.)
Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
Hour: 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
No Longer Available
If you believe that effective communication is the key to success in all walks of life, then this class is for you! During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: September 10 to November 12
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: Beginning to intermediate English level students
Price: $160
Instructor: Shadya Ghezal, sghezal@pausd.org
Do you love to read? Do you want to increase your conversational fluency, boost your vocabulary, and improve your grammar? Join the book club and have fun developing your English skills while learning about American values. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 9 wks
Date range: September 18 to November 13
Day(s) of the week: Friday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For advanced English language learners
Price: $144
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
Speak English more clearly and confidently. Improve your listening comprehension and master the most important elements of English pronunciation! During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 8 wks
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: High intermediate oral English skills (non-native speakers)
Instructor: Sue Stevick, sstevick@pausd.org
Poets witness the world. They see beauty and struggle. Poems allow writers to speak from the heart. In this class, you will read heartfelt poetry from many nations and cultures. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 10 wks
Date range: September 11 to November 13
Day(s) of the week: Friday
Hour: 1–2:30 p.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For advanced English learners
Price: $120
Instructor: Sharon Hampel, shampel@pausd.org
No Longer Available
This class is designed to help English language learners understand the TOEFL test and prepare for it. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 9 wks
Date range: September 21 to November 18
(No class: November 11.)
Day(s) of the week: Monday AND Wednesday
Hour: 10 a.m.–12 noon
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For high/advanced English level students
Price: $432
Instructor: Mitra Bahrami, mbahrami@pausd.org
Improve your English skills while becoming familiar with many interesting aspects of US history and culture. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: September 17 to November 12
(No class: October 22.)
Day(s) of the week: Thursday
Hour: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)
Quarter: Fall 2020
Prerequisite: For intermediate high to advanced English language learners.
Price: $128
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
