Knowledge of the English language is essential for those who want to participate fully in the community. Highly motivated students come to El Buen for a variety of classes that help them get better jobs, help their children in school, and increase their community involvement.

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. A corps of more than 75 dedicated volunteers provide morning and evening classes throughout the week. Our Child Learning Center is available during our morning and evening classes.

Students may enroll up until mid-semester. Registration hours are Tuesday 9:00 am - 11:30 am and Wednesday 6:00pm - 8:30pm. For more information, please contact Gloria Mueller at education@elbuen.org and 439-0739.

Click to see the Education Course Schedule

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.

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. Learn more about the structure of the Computer Classes by clicking here.

For a schedule of all courses, please visit the Program Schedule page.