English as a Second Language
ESOL classes assist non-native English speakers to master the language as an educational and vocational tool.
About the Program
Courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced are offered in 12-week sessions at the Spanish Catholic Center’s Gaithersburg location. Classes are offered in the fall (September-December), winter (January-March) and spring (April-June). Pre-registration is required. To request a registration form, contact us.
Students in the ESOL program are eligible to participate in all the services provided by the Spanish Catholic Center in Gaithersburg. We offer a transition program in which they can learn about opportunities to continue their formal education, transition to higher-paying jobs, and learn about all the support programs in the agency and in the local community.
Services
The Spanish Catholic Center in Gaithersburg offers additional English as an Other Language (ESOL) programs designed to provide educational resources that will allow non-native English speakers to learn vital life and work skills.
- The Family and Children Literacy Program: Support for the family – a program for parents and children to study in the same environment. From Monday to Thursday, while parents take classes, children ages three to 12 participate in a program of academic support. They may complete their homework and learn new things near their family.
- The Spanish Literacy Program, designed for native Spanish speakers, aims to increase literacy in Spanish among individuals who may not have received a formal education in their home country.
Additional Information
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Class Times
Virtually (Zoom): Monday – Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
In-person: St. Catherine Laboure in Wheaton. Monday – Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
In-person: St. Martin of Tours in Gaithersburg. Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In-person: Gaithersburg Library. Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Need Help? We Are Here For You
Our services are available to anyone regardless of race, religion, orientation or status. We offer access to food, a warm place to rest and attention to physical and mental needs through eight areas of care:
Care for Families & Children
Every child deserves the opportunity to grow and learn.
Developmental Disabilities Services
Each person has the potential to participate in their community.
Empowerment for Individuals
Access to professional services and mentors allows individuals to thrive.
Food Services
We believe no one should go hungry.
Health Care Mental Health Services
We offer treatment and a path to a healthy lifestyle.
Housing & Shelter
Having secure housing options is crucial to one’s success.
Immigrant & Refugee Services
Starting a new life begins with connecting to the community.
Job Training & Employment Services
Education is central to securing better employment.
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