VRABE Regional Adult Based Education

English as a Second Language



ESL Information Session Sign-up (Orientation)
Click the tab below and fill out the form.

The second semester of the ESL program starts the week of December 2, 2024.Pre-Register for Free Adult ESL Classes
ESL 2024-2025 Calendar

Registration Process
• Click the link: Fill in the form by clicking here.
• Check your email: Look for a message asking you to complete a Student Information Form (SIF).
• Fill out the SIF online, click 'submit,' and receive a confirmation thanking you for your submission.
• New students: Email official passport, license, or government-issued ID) to shari.beaupre@vernonct.org.
• ESL Information Session: You'll get an email to schedule an ESL Information Session to check your English.
• Wait for class confirmation: Sit tight for an email that confirms the class you'll be joining.

Please Note:
• You need to be 17 years or older to join.
• if you're 17 or 18, get a withdrawal form from your high school saying you don't go there anymore.
• Classes are free to students in our 14-town area.

ESL Classes Overview:
Join small classes to practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing with other students. Learn about different people and lifestyles in a friendly place.

Class Levels and Schedule:
Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are available for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced students.

Contact Information:
For more information, contact Cortney Gerlach, Regional ESL Coordinator, VRABE Regional Adult Based Education, at cortney.gerlach@vernonct.org or 860-896-4113.

Day Classes

Rockville High School
70 Loveland Hill Road, Vernon
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:00 am - 12:00 noon
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Directions     

Lutheran Church of St. Mark                                                               75 Griswold Street, Glastonbury                                                        Mondays & Wednesdays                                                                      9:15 am - 12:15 pm                         

Evening Classes

Mansfield Public Library
54 Warrenville Road, Mansfield 
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:15 am - 12:15
Directions

Rockville High School
70 Loveland Hill Road, Vernon
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Directions     

Lutheran Church of St. Mark
75 Griswold Street, Glastonbury
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Directions

East Windsor High School
76 South Main Street, East Windsor
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Directions

Wethersfield High School
411 Wolcott Hill Road, Wethersfield
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Directions

E. O. Smith High School
1235 Storrs Road, Storrs
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Directions

William Johnston Middle School
360 Norwich Avenue, Colchester
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Directions

Griswold High School
267 Slater Avenue, Jewett City
Tuesdays & Thursdays 
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Directions