VRABE Regional Adult Based Education

English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL CLASSES WILL BE IN-PERSON OR DISTANCE/ONLINE LEARNING FOR 2022-2023.  THIRD TRIMESTER CLASSES START THE WEEK OF MARCH 6, 2023.  TO REGISTER: PLEASE COMPLETE THE PRE-REGISTRATION FORM BELOW. 

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS EMAIL shari.beaupre@vernonct.org OR CALL 860-870-6060.  

Pre-Register for Free Adult ESL Classes
ESL Calendar for 2022-2023                       
Free ESL CNA Classes 

Begins Sept. 20 - Dec. 22
 
Pre-Register here

Students practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing with their peers under the guidance of the teacher. Classes are small to allow for active participation. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience a variety of cultures. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available with three levels (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced).  We look forward to welcoming you into our program. 

Registration Process
(Step-by-Step Instructions)

(1) Fill out the Pre-Registration form on the above link. 

(2) Watch for an email asking you to complete a Student Information Form (SIF). 

(3) Submit the  completed SIF (you will get a confirmation that form was submitted). 

(4) If you are a new student, email a copy of your Official I.D. (passport, license, state or federal ID) to shari.beaupre@vernonct.org

(5) Watch for an email asking you to schedule a pretest to determine your level of English proficiency.

(6) Watch for an email confirming class placement.

PLEASE NOTE
•Students must be 17 years of age or older.

•Students ages 17 and 18 must have a CONNECTICUT high school withdrawal prior to enrolling in classes.

•Classes are offered free to students in our 14-town region.


For more information, please contact Cortney Gerlach, Regional ESL Coordinator, VRABE Regional Adult Based Education. Email cortney.gerlach@vernonct.org or call 860-896-4113. 

CLASS SCHEDULES 2022-2023                                                             
ESL Daytime/Evening Virtual Classes   

DAYTIME

Rockville High School
70 Loveland Hill Road, Vernon
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
9:00 am - 11:00 am Beginner
11:00 am - 1:00 pm  Intermediate/Advanced
Directions

Mansfield Public Library
54 Warrenville Rd., Mansfield
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:00 am - 12:00 noon Beginner
Directions

Lutheran Church of St. Mark
75 Griswold St., Glastonbury
Mondays and Wednesdays
9:00 am - 12:00 noon  Multi Level
Directions

EVENING CLASSES

Rockville High School
70 Loveland Hill Rd., Vernon
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm Beginner
5:30 - 8:30 pm Intermediate/Advanced
Directions

E.O. Smith High School
1235 Storrs Rd., Storrs
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm   Beginner
5:30 - 8:30 pm  Intermediate/Advanced
Directions

Griswold High School
211 Slater Ave., Jewett City
Mondays and Tuesdays
5:00 - 8:00 pm Multi Level
Directions

Glastonbury High School
330 Hubbard St., Glastonbury
Tuesdays and Thursdays 
5:30 - 8:30 pm  Multi Level
Directions

Wethersfield High School
411 Wolcott Hill Rd., Wethersfield
Mondays and Wednesdays
6:00 - 9:00 pm Beginner
6:00 - 9:00 pm Intermediate/Advanced
Directions

Birch Grove Primary School 
(NO CLASSES TRI.3)

247 Rhodes Road, Tolland
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm Multi Level
Directions

William Johnston Middle School

360 Norwich Ave., Colchester
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm  Multi Level
Directions

East Windsor High School
76 South Main St, East Windsor
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm Multi Level
Directions

ESL Files & Links