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Adult English as a Second Language
The Adult ESL program enables adults who do not speak fluent English to function fully in our society. By determining the hopes and dreams of a student, we are able to develop a one-on-one learning plan, computer-based programs, as well as group work.
Pictured above from left are student Maria Talavera, Chris Muldoon
(a Dominican Associate and tutor), Sr. Carmen and student Maria Nunez.
Volunteers We have had hundreds of tutors (Sisters, Associates and lay volunteers) who give of their time and talents to assist our learners since 1998. Helping someone at the WORD Project’s ESL is a viable method of giving back to the community. The ability to read, write and speak English in the United States is critical to
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cultural and financial viability in
work and in society.
We welcome volunteers who:
- Can commit to a semester (18 weeks) of tutoring;
- Are flexible, responsible and generous;
- Enjoy working with people and respect other cultures;
- Wish to join us in changing the systems that hold people.
Times
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The Seed Has Grown
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Click on image for
ESL 10th Anniversary Brochure
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Monday and Wednesday: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Place
Steepletown Center, 2nd Floor
671 Davis, NW # 3
Grand Rapids, MI 49504-5147
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Citizenship Classes are free and offered several times a year through the WORD Project ESL by the Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids.
These classes are a collaboration of:
WORD Project ESL - 671 Davis, NW - STE 3
Justice for Our Neighbors - 227 East Fulton Street
Cooley Law School - 111 Commerce Avenue, SW
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Click image above to view a slideshow about the WORD ESL Project: its history, student population, director, goals, instruction, volunteering, ESL computer lab, continuing education, social activities and the philanthropic organizations without whose support WORD ESL would not be possible.
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Homework Assistance and Skill Development
The HASD program provides tutoring services and homework assistance through structured skill developmental learning activities with an emphasis on reading, mathematics, and literacy enrichment. It offers students educational opportunities which complement their home and school needs.
We welcome volunteers who:
- Assist in the after-school program;
- Help with homework;
- Read with children;
- Tutor in math or reading and writing;
- Oversee students in Workshop (Grades 1-8).
Times
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday:
3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Place
Sacred Heart of Jesus School 1200 Dayton SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Telephone: 616-459-0826 View Map |