English classes at Oakton Community College



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ESL: English as a Second Language - Spring

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Continue to improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills. Daytime and evening classes are available. Students are to register in person only on the date shown for each location. Call 847-635-1426 for more information.
Free ESL Classes
Evening Classes
Beginning to Advanced ESL
Intermediate to Advanced ESL
Daytime Classes
Beginning to Advanced ESL
Beginning to Intermediate ESL
Intermediate to Advanced ESL
Tuition Charge ESL Classes
Computer Lab for ESL, Literacy, and GED Students



Free ESL Classes*

About the ESL Program:
• Designed for adults 16 years and older whose native language is not English
• Teaches listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills;
• Introduces students to American culture;
• Offered free to students through Title II of the Workforce Investment Act as administered by the Illinois Community College Board.

Au Pairs 
Per ICCB (Illinois Community College Board) regulations, au pairs are required to take post-secondary classes and cannot enroll in Oakton’s free ESL classes. They may, however, enroll in the College’s low-cost tuition classes.
    Course Information:
      • Classes meet twice weekly for up to 2 2/3 hours over 20 weeks, day or evening
      • Students may be admitted any time during the term if space is available
      • College-bound or advanced ESL students should call 847-635-1821 to see if they have sufficient English skills to take college classes.

      Counseling and Registration:


      • Students must bring identification and Social Security number, if available
      • College-bound or advanced ESL students should call 847-635-1821 to see if they have sufficient English skills to take college classes.
      • Admission to free ESL classes is only available to students who register in person;
      • Special registration dates are listed below.
      Note: Tuition fees are subject to changes in State funding.

      Oakton Community College is committed to equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities. To request disability accommodations, contact Theresa O’Sullivan at 847.635.1759.

      *Free classes are funded by the Illinois Community College Board.  In compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment), approximately 37 percent of the adult education program is federally funded.

      Evening Classes



      ALL LEVELS — BEGINNING TO ADVANCED

      Evanston Township High School
      1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, Room S108, 6:30-9:15 pm
       Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:15 pm

      Glenbrook South High School
      4000 West Lake Avenue, Glenview
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, Room 199, 6:45-9:30 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:45-9:30 pm

      Lincolnwood Public Library
      4000 West Pratt Avenue, Lincolnwood
       Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 6-8:30 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday, 6:00-8:30 pm

      Maine East High School
      2601 West Dempster, Park Ridge
       Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, Room 330, 6:45-9:30 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:45-9:30 pm

      Maine West High School
      1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines
       Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, Room C211, 6:45-9:30 pm
      Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6:45-9:30 pm

      Niles West High School
      5701 Oakton Street, Skokie
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, Room 2199, 6:45-9:30 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:45-9:30 pm
      Niles North High School9800 North Lawler Street, Skokie
      Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, Room 2065, 6:45-9:30 pm
       Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6:45-9:30 pm

      Family Focus2010 Dewey Street, Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, 6-8 pm
       Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6-8 pm


      BEGINNING TO INTERMEDIATE ESL

      Family Focus
      2010 Dewey St., Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, 6-8 pm
      Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6-8 pm


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      Daytime Classes



      BEGINNING TO ADVANCED ESL
      Evanston Public Library (Main Branch)
      1703 Orrington Avenue, Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 10 am-12:30 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Friday, 10 am-12:30 pm

      First Congregational Church
      766 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 8:50-11:30 am
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:50-11:30 am

      Niles Community Church
      7401 Oakton Street, Niles
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 12:20-3 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 12:20-3 pm

      Oakton Community College
      7701 N. Lincoln Avenue, Room B110, Skokie
      Ongoing Registration: Fridays only, 9am-12:15 pm
      Class Meets: Fridays, 9am-12:15 pm


      BEGINNING TO INTERMEDIATE ESL

      District 65 - Family Center
      Joseph E. Hill Administration Center
      1500 McDaniel, Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 9:30-12 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-12 pm


      AFTERNOON CLASSES


      (INTERMEDIATE ESL)


      Center for Professional Development
      Old Orchard Mall, Skokie
      Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, 1:30-4 pm
      Class Meets: Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:30-4 pm 
      INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED ESL

      District 65 - Family Center
      Joseph E. Hill Administration Center
      1500 McDaniel, Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Tuesdays only, 12:30-3 pm
      Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 12:30-3 pm

      Family Focus
      2010 Dewey St., Evanston
      Ongoing Registration: Mondays only, 9:30 am-12:30 pm
      Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm



      Citizenship Education Classes


      CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION             No fee required
      Instruction in U.S. history and government to prepare for the citizenship examination.
      HIS A15-10, OC/SK, 9 Sat, 3/23, 9:15 am-12 pm
      HIS A15-20, SKL, 9 Fri., 3/29, 6-8:45 pm
      HIS A15-30, FOR, 11 Mon./Wed., 4/1, 6-8 pm
      HIS A15-40, OC/SK, 9 Mon., 4/8, 9:15 am-12 pm

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      Tuition-Charge ESL Classes

      General Description:
      Classes focus on meeting special needs or developing a specific skill. They supplement the free ESL classes. Classes are designed for students who are at an intermediate or advanced level.

      Registration:
      Use our online registration system; tuition fees are subject to change. You may register by online, by mail or in person. Please register before the first day of class. Unlike free ESL classes, tuition-charged classes close after the second class. For information, call 847-635-1426.
      Special Registration required:
      INTENSIVE ESL    Fee: $300
      Classes meet four times per week. They allow students to develop both extensive language skills and cultural awareness. Class size is limited and students receive individualized attention at an intermediate level.Pre-registration in person is required. Call 847-635-1426 for pre-test dates.
      COM A19-01, OC/SK, 9 Mon.,-Thu., 1/7, 12:40-3:20 pm
      COM A19-10, OC/SK, 9 Mon.,-Thu., 4/1, 12:40-3:20 pm

      Computer Lab for ESL, Literacy, and GED Students





      Open only to students enrolled in Oakton’s free ESL, Literacy, GED, and Bridges classes. Practice English or Math skills on the computer with the help of an instructor. Nine (9) seats available on a first come/first served basis.

      Location: Oakton Community College, Room A210, Skokie Campus

      Days and Times: Mondays/Wednesdays, 9:30 am-3 pm and 6:30-9 pm; Tuesdays, 9:30 am-12 pm and 6:30-9 pm, Fridays, 12:30-2:30 pm.
      Availability dates: Monday, January 14-May 24, 2013

      Des Plaines Campus

      Des Plaines, IL 60016

      Skokie Campus


      Skokie, IL 60077

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