El Buen Samaritano's Education Program addresses basic, day-to-day language needs of the immigrant population. We collaborate with Austin Community College and maintain relationships with other organizations offering similar classes in order to provide the most appropriate services for our students. All classes are taught by volunteers who want to help students improve their lives. Childcare is provided during our morning and evening classes. View the Spring Semester 2005 Schedule.

Students may enroll at any point during the semester. Registration hours are Tuesday 9:00 am - 11:30 am and Wednesday 6:00pm - 8:30pm. For more information, please contact Lisa Rogers at lrogers@elbuen.org and 439-0738.

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The students are enthusiastic and humble and the volunteers are talented and energetic.” Lisa Rogers, Director of Education Learn more about Lisa.

English As A Second Language (ESL)
ESL classes are offered six times a week with class times in the morning as well as the evening. Classes offered are: Introductory, Levels 1-4.

Citizenship (in English)
Citizenship classes review the information about U.S. History and government necessary to become an American citizen and practice English language skills. Volunteers also offer practice INS interviews. ( *must pass level 3 English exam)

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Classes (in English)
This class prepares students to take the five high-school equivalency tests: math, literature, writing, science, and social studies. ( *must pass level 3 English exam)

Adult Basic Education (in Spanish)
This class teaches native Spanish speakers math and literacy skills in order to increase their job marketability.

English Club: Conversación Con Comida (in English)
Open to all students. This class gives students the opportunity to practice oral English while socializing over food prepared by students.

Computer (in Spanish)
Levels 1 and 2 classes cover basic use of the computer; from how to move the mouse, to internet and e-mailing skills.

Spring Semester 2005 Schedule