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 Learn English section for free state-supported classes.
You will view, read, and discuss stories of mystery and suspense. Students will guess at the solutions to these mysteries by using plot, pace, character, and setting as clues. Learn More
Duration: 7 wks
Date range: Mar 26 - May 14
(No class: Apr 9.)
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Palo Alto HS Rm 216
Price: $140
Instructor: Sharon Hampel, Ph.D., shampel@pausd.org
Develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills while becoming familiar with many useful English expressions. Learn More
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: Mar 25 - May 20
(No class: Apr 8.)
Day(s) of the week: Tue
Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Cubberley I-Bld 2nd Flr
Price: $160
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
Business Communications emphasizes the English skills needed to communicate effectively in the American workplace. These include interpersonal, non-verbal, common business jargon, listening and oral presentation skills. Learn More
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: Mar 25 - May 6
(No class: Apr 22.)
Day(s) of the week: Tue
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Live Online via Zoom
Price: $120
Instructor: Katherine S. Barg Ed.D, kbarg@pausd.org
Join the book club and have fun developing your English skills while learning about American values! Learn More
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: Mar 27 - May 22
(No class: Apr 10.)
Day(s) of the week: Thu
Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Cubberley I-Bld 2nd Flr
Price: $160
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org
Speak English more clearly and confidently. Improve your listening comprehension and master the four most important elements of English pronunciation! Learn More and Register
Duration: 8 wks
Location: Live Online via Zoom
Price: $160
Instructor: Sue Stevick, sstevick@pausd.org
Practice your conversation skills and build confidence in speaking English. This course will give you lots to talk about! Learn More
Duration: 7 wks
Date range: Mar 31 - May 19
(No class: Apr 7.)
Day(s) of the week: Mon
Time: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: Cubberley I-Bld 2nd Flr
Price: $210
Instructor: Sharon Eshel Gloster, seshel@pausd.org
Improve your practical conversation skills, pronunciation, and listening skills, and build confidence in speaking in everyday situations! Learn More
Duration: 6 wks
Date range: Apr 23 - May 28
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Cubberley I-Bldg 2nd Flr
Price: $120
Instructor: Charlotte Pilgrim, cpilgrim@pausd.org
(Class returns fall 2025.) This online class is to prepare students for the TOEFL exam (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Learn More
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. Learn More
Duration: 8 wks
Date range: Mar 26 - May 21
(No class: Apr 9.)
Day(s) of the week: Wed
Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Location: Cubberley I-Bld 2nd Flr
Price: $160
Instructor: Simone Wojtowicz, swojtowicz@pausd.org