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English as a Second Language
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We offer classes for adults whose first language is not English. Students in beginning classes learn to speak, listen to understand, read, and write English. Intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to improve conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, and writing.
Other classes for English Language Learners include:
- U.S. Government and History
- Citizenship
- Conversation
Summer Class Schedule - Apply Here!
Summer classes begin July 10th and continue through August 17th. All students (including former students) must test prior to beginning summer classes. Testing will be in June at the Community Learning Center and will take two days to complete. Once our office receives your application, a staff member will contact you regarding signing up for testing.
Students may sign up online or by calling the AEL office. Call or text 314-415-4940 for more information.
Area Days/Times Location Creve Coeur Mon-Thurs
9 a.m.-12 p.m.Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Creve Coeur Mon-Wed
6-9 p.m.Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Online-Morning Session
(advanced students only)Mon-Thurs
9 a.m.-12 p.m.Virtual-online Online-Evening Session
(advanced students only)Mon-Wed
6-9 p.m.Virtual-online 2023- 2024 Class Schedule - Registration Coming Soon!
Fall classes begin Monday, September 18th, and new students are added to class every week. Most classes are in-person, but there are limited virtual classes for higher level students. Students must be tested prior to beginning class. Once our office receives your application, a staff member will contact you regarding signing up for testing. Testing is available at various locations throughout St. Louis County and will take two days to complete.
Students may sign up online or by calling the AEL office. Call or text 314-415-4940 for more information.
Area Days/Times Location Clayton Mon-Wed
6-9 p.m.Creve Coeur Mon-Thurs
9 a.m.-12 p.m.Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Creve Coeur Mon-Thurs
1-4 p.m.Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Creve Coeur Mon-Wed
6-9 p.m.Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Manchester Mon-Thurs
9 a.m.-12 p.m.Manchester United Methodist
129 Woods Mill Rd.
Manchester, MO 63011Online-Morning Session
Mon-Thurs
9 a.m.-12 p.m.Virtual-online Online-Evening Session
Mon-Wed
6-9 p.m.Virtual-online Additional Opportunities for English Language Learners!
In addition to our regular classes, the Parkway-Rockwood AEL program will be offering additional classes. To participate, all students must also attend one of our regular listed classes. See below for a description of each class.
Citizenship:
Is the next step on your journey U.S citizenship? We can help you prepare. In our citizenship class, students will practice possible 'opening/ ice-breaking' conversations, which may occur at the beginning of the Citizenship Interview. You will learn to understand and answer questions regarding personal information from the N-400 application. The History and civics materials needed to pass the interview will be practiced. You will learn about the Oath of Allegiance, be able to explain its significance and learn to repeat it confidently at your Swearing-in Ceremony. Call 314-415-4940 for information.
Conversation:
This daily class is a great opportunity to practice English conversation and to make new friends from all over the world. You will have in-depth discussions about current world events. Students will also participate in friendly debate about interesting and thought-provoking topics.
Community Learning Center
13157 N. Olive Spur Rd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Enter through Door 16Monday - Thursday: 1 - 3 pm
For information regarding any of our classes, please call or text 314-415-4940.
Highlights
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MOLearns
MOLearns is Missouri's FREE high school equivalency (HSE) preparation online classroom. Complete your lessons online, 24/7 at home, when it is most convenient for your schedule.
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About Our Teachers
Our FREE Adult Education & Literacy classes are taught by more than 60 certified teachers throughout the St. Louis area.