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.
Reading/Newspapers
Grammar & Vocabulary
Listening & Speaking
Games & Puzzles
Idioms & Slang
Citizenship
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.