Welcome!
REGISTRATION FOR ’23/‘24 CLASSES & ELECTIVES:
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 at 9:30-11:00
Please enter through the north entrance.
We are delighted to have you join us in studying English at Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Whether you have just arrived from another country and are just starting to learn English, or you have lived here for a while and want to polish your speaking skills, we offer a class for you.
OUR ’23/’24 ENGLISH CLASSES BEGIN ON SEPTEMBER 15.
WE MEET ON FRIDAY MORNINGS AT 10:00.*
(Please check the calendar for our schedule and more information).
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Beginner: For those who speak little or no English. This class emphasizes the phonetic foundations of English: reading, speaking, and a bit of writing. (This class begins on Sept. 8, after Registration).
- Advanced Beginner: This class helps advanced beginners learn and master basic vocabulary and essential grammar, and practice important conversational skill.
- Intermediate: This class is for intermediate English speakers who are expanding their vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational skills
- Advanced Conversation: This class is for students who are capable of everyday conversation, but want to practice and refine their skill.
All classes are offered free of charge.
ELECTIVE SESSIONS: FALL 2023
Reading Group 1* (9:15-10:00): CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. This warm-hearted, humorous book is based on the real-life Gilbreth family consisting of twelve children and their parents. This book was written in 1948, by Gilbreth siblings, Frank, Jr. and Ernestine. The Cheaper by the Dozen Reading Group is suitable for Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Conversation students. Newcomers are welcome to join at any time.
Reading Group 2* (9:15-10:00): MY ANTONIA. This book, written by Willa Cather in 1918, tells the story of the residents of, and immigrants to, rural Nebraska in the late 1800s. The book is about how people, with their similarities and differences, find a place where they can belong. The My Antonia Reading Group is suitable for Intermediate and Advanced Conversation students.
Articulation Warm-up* (9:30-10:00): The Articulation Warm-up is for anyone who wants to improve their English pronunciation.
Accent Reduction Training* (9:30-10:00): In these 1-on-1 sessions you will practice English sounds and speech patterns that can help you communicate more effectively.
Bible Study (11:30-12:00): THE BASICS OF CHRISTIANITY: NEXT STEPS What is the Bible all about? Who is Jesus? What do Christians believe? All English language scholars are invited to explore God's Word every Friday at 11:30.
* Childcare is available free of charge.
Please email esl@redeemer-mckinney.org if you have any questions.
