Do You Speak English?

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1 Do You Speak English? Township High School District 211 Adult English as a Second Language A guide for prospective students TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 211 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE

2 Origin Township High School District 211 has had established secondary English support classes since the Fall of The District 211 Adult English as a Second Language Program has been an outgrowth for adults to further their studies in English. The program has grown over the years to serve residents both during the day and in the evening. The program reinforces skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture. The program is held in two campus locations in the evening. On Monday and Wednesday evenings the program takes place at James B. Conant High School and on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Palatine High School. The program extends to the community with a partnership with Schaumburg Township District Library where classes take place during the day on the same days. The program currently serves about 800 students a year. Faculty All faculty members are hired by the Director of Summer School, Evening Programs, and Continuing Education and are experienced in the area of ESL instruction. Eligibility/Application This program is designed to meet the educational needs of adults (18 years of age or older) who are learning English as a second language with the goal to improve their skills. Each semester is 12 weeks in length and offers students the opportunity of earning a certificate for 72 hours of instruction. Six levels of ESL are offered from beginner to advanced. Students are pre and post tested to show gains in mastery of the language. Registration takes place at each testing site (consult Continuing Education Catalog for dates.)

3 Advantages of Adult ESL Program Students can work during the day and attend classes in the evening. Students can improve skills to gain employment. Students can improve skills to live comfortably in the community. Students can network with other students. ESL Program Locations Township High School District 211 ESL Night Classes (24 classes or 72 hours): Palatine High School 1111 North Rohlwing Road Palatine, IL (847) James B. Conant High School 700 East Cougar Trail Hoffman Estates, IL (847) ESL Day Classes (24 classes or 72 hours): Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road Schaumburg, IL (847) Continuing Education Office 1750 South Roselle Road Palatine, IL (847) adc.d211.org

4 Testing Prospective students are tested to determine beginning placement. Testing is held at each location prior to the start of each semester (consult Continuing Education Catalog for dates). Attendance Students are expected to attend each class. To earn a certificate of completion, students must attend at least 35 hours. Dundee Road (Route 68) Ela Road NW Hwy. (Route 14) Baldwin Road Roselle Road Administration Center Central Road Hoffman Estates High School Higgins Education Center Higgins Road (Route 72) Quentin Road NW Hwy. Cunningham Drive Hicks Road Academy- Illinois Avenue North Fremd Arlington Park High School Race Track Euclid Avenue Algonquin Road (Route 62) Golf Road (Route 58) Plum Grove Road I-90 (Northwest Tollway) Route 53 Rohlwing Road Palatine High School Kirchoff Road Central Road Rand Road (Route 12) Route 53 Palatine Road NW Hwy. (Route 14) Wilke Road Arlington Heights Road Schaumburg High School Schaumburg Road Conant High School Old Plum Grove Road Meacham Road Woodfield Mall Higgins Road (Route 72)

5 Expectations of Conduct 1. State law prohibits drugs, tobacco, and alcohol on District 211 property. Students in violation will be withdrawn from all classes. 2. Adult behavior is expected of all students. This implies respect for others rights and property. Students who refuse to comply will be withdrawn. 3. Refusal to follow the instructions of campus security personnel or faculty can result in immediate dismissal and arrest for trespassing. 4. Children of students are not allowed to attend classes. No provisions are available for child care. 5. Food, drinks, and the use of cell phones or other electronic devices are prohibited from all classrooms. Cost The Adult ESL Program is funded by the Illinois Community College Board, the Illinois State Board of Education, and Township High School District 211. Residents of Township High School District 211 attend classes at no cost and do not pay tuition. Approximately 62% of the FY15 funding came from State sources. The total amount of State funds allocated was $221,122. Emergency Information In the event that it is necessary to cancel evening classes because of inclement weather or an emergency situation, information will be available on the District 211 website (adc.d211.org), via the news media, or on the Information Hotline at (847) Day school cancellation DOES NOT automatically mean night school is cancelled.

6 Board of Education Mucia Burke, President Robert LeFevre, Jr., Vice President Anna Klimkowicz, Secretary Peter Dombrowski Will Hinshaw Lauanna Recker Mike Scharringhausen Daniel E. Cates, Superintendent Adult English as a Second Language Administration Daniel E. Cates... Superintendent Jerry Trevino... Director of Summer School and Community Outreach Julie R. Frost... Program Coordinator TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 211 Extraordinary Opportunities. Innovative Teaching. Exceptional Learning South Roselle Road Palatine, Illinois Telephone: (847) Website: adc.d211.org If you require assistance while visiting a District 211 school, please contact the principal s office. For individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, please access the following TTD/TTY telephone number: (847) /2015