
English as a Second Language (ESL)
ESL Coordinator
Victoria Hilditch
(201) 670-5600, ext 133
ESL Assistant Coordinator
Victoria Schnure
(201) 670-5600, ext 141
Program Information & Registration
Multilingual fact sheets:
Step 1: Registration Form All students must submit the online ESL Student Registration Form to participate in any ESL programs.
Step 2: Zoom Interview Once we have reviewed your registration form, we will email you to set up a short Zoom interview and determine program placement.
Register
Programs & Classes
Students may participate in a class OR tutoring.
Adult Classes are open ONLY to students currently registered in the 2020-21 ESL program.
Watch this space for upcoming programs
Tutoring
Our program is led by both
trained volunteer tutors and a
professional instructor.
We place our students based
on their English speaking
ability and availability.
Please click here for
Registration & Zoom interview
SPECIAL PROGRAM
Be Prepared Series
Are you new to the country or area? Do you need a refresher on what to do in an emergency or challenging situation?
March 24,11:00AM-12:30PM
REGISTER HERE
Learn NJ specific laws from members of the Ridgewood Fire
& Police Departments
Book Group
Meets once a week; intermediate/advanced.
Tues, 1-2:15pm:
March 16 & 23;
April 6, 13, 20 & 27; May 4 & 11
Please click here for Registration
Questions, Victoria Hilditch:
Cultural English
Explore creative expression through various cultural lenses such as literature & film.
Meets once a week; intermediate/advanced.
Wed, 7-8:30pm:
March 17 & 24;
April 7, 14, 21 & 28; May 5 & 12
Please click here for Registration
Questions, Victoria Schnure:
Essentials of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Meets twice a week;
high beginner/low intermediate.
Tues & Thurs, 9:30-11am:
March 16, 18, 23, 25;
April 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29;
May 4, 6, 11 & 13
Please click here for Registration
Questions, Victoria Schnure:
Everyday English
American Slang
Have a blast and get hooked
on conversation.
Meets once a week;
All levels welcome.
Wed, 1:30-2:30pm:
Feb 24; March 3, 17 & 24;
April 7, 14, 21 & 28; May 5 & 12
Please click here for Registration
Questions, Victoria Hilditch:
Online Resources
From vocabulary and quizzes to newspapers and language learning apps,
we have selected these free resources to help you improve your English skills.
Youth ESL
We offer several options for children to build their English skills.
Reading Pals: 30 minute appointments to read stories 1-to-1 with teen volunteers.
Read to a Dog: Practice reading skills in a 15 minute appointment with a dog.
Teen 2 Tween: Students in grades 4-9 work with a high school volunteer to maintain their English skills. Summer only.
Please see the Children's Page for more information.