Provider Services Eligibility Enrollment Cost Capacity Schedule Requirements/Assessment Accessibility
Capital Area Literacy Coalition 1028 E. Saginaw Lansing, 48906 www. Thereadingpeople .org Contact: D. Clark 517-485-4949
~ Literacy Diagnostic Testing ~ Read to Succeed
~ Family School Partnership Star ~ GED Preparation ~ Adult Basic Education
~ Adult ESL
Ratio: One on One tutoring and
small classes.
No criteria. The organization services all in
Mid-Michigan. Priority given to low-income
population.
Open enrollment Can begin any
time.
Free Varies. This depends on the number of tutors available and the number of classes offered. Sessions held for two
hours/week at various times and at various locations
around Lansing. Completion of homework is
expected.
ESL classes are offered on site. Fall ESL class: Mondays &
Wednesdays, 5-7 pm, beginning September 5. Call
517-485-4949 to register.
Enrollment Clients come to headquarters.
Make an appointment for an assessment. Matching is completed within one month.
Assessment
BADER Reading and Language Inventory Test 6th Edition Merrill Prentice Hall
CATA Bus 23
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ESL (English as a Second Language) Adult Services
Six levels of listening, speaking, reading, and writing ( pre-literacy through advanced) Life skills are emphasized.
A computer lab with 24 computers is available equipped
with ELLis software and is used by all students daily in addition
to classroom instruction. Lansing School District
Adult Education Hill Center 5815 Wise Rd. Room 236 Lansing, MI 48911 Director: Sergio Keck 517-755-4040 517-755-2914 Adults: 20 years of age and up Referrals are welcome.
Open enrollment Small test fee for GED level testing. 50 students 25 morning & 25 afternoon Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 11 am & 12 pm- 2:30 pm Enrollment Prospective students report to
room 236, 5815 Wise Rd.,
Lansing, MI 48911. At this time, the CASAS
assessment is administered, and the staff completes enrollment forms individually with eligible
students. South Lansing location -accessible by CATA bus number 9
CADL Okemos Branch 4321 Okemos Rd. Okemos, MI 48864 Contact: Eric Stanton 517-347-2021 Ext. 2029 Okemos Library ESOL Reading Group (Adults)
New! Kids ESOL Discussion Group (Grade 3 & Up) ESOL Reading Group (Adults)
ESOL Reading Group (Adults) Wednesdays, September 5, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21, 28, 12
12:00pm – 1:30 pm Kids ESOL Discussion Group September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 4:30
– 6:00 pm
Accessible via bus No. 10 &13
from CATA transportation center. Tutoring locations are decided according to ease of accessibility for both student and
Provider Services Eligibility Enrollment Cost Capacity Schedule Requirements/Assessment Accessibility
East Lansing Public Library Areas of study 950 Abbott Rd. East
Lansing, MI 48823
Listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation & English
Preparation for Job Skills Workplace.
Creative Writing Workshop & Discussion with an MSU
Professor: www.elp.org
Many ESL books, audio, and video resources for checkout
with a ELPL library card.
Tuesdays, September 4, 11, 18, 4-6 pm
Contact: Mary Hennessey
517-351-2420
Practice Your English at the ELPL Wednesdays, September 5, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21, 28,
7-8 pm
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Most classes are at the Friendship House. Some classes are off-site at East
Lansing locations. Follows MSU calendar. See
website for schedule. International Friendship House 929 Sever Drive East Lansing, MI 48823 http:// friendshiphousemsu .org/
Contact: Rich Bearup 517-332-8050 Or FriendshipHouseMSU @
gmail.com
The 2012 fall schedule features 25 classes including English conversation and Bible study. English Conversation Partners
(tutors) also available.
Serves international students, visiting
scholars and families, usually associated with MSU
or LCC. Non-MSU students will also be
considered.
Open enrollment *Free *Some fees may be associated with certain classes for course materials Free parking Parking available; CATA Bus 39, 20, 35; stop in front of building. On-site morning childcare for fee
available. Open enrollment
fall, winter and summer. Please contact for cost Assessment CASAS
Please call for schedule
Ratio: participants to capacity Serves past limit: up to 150 per semester A+ English Language School 1118 S. Harrison Rd East Lansing 48823 Contact: Jo Pamment jo.pamment @okemosschools.net 517-337-8353 Level of ESL
All 6 NRS Adult Levels: Including Adult ESL literacy class
Childcare on-site
Referrals welcome from other agencies.
Please email Ms. Jo Pamment.
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ESL (English as a Second Language) Adult Services
Free 130 seats available Serving approx.
250-300 across all ESL programming
Basic through post intermediate classes Mondays
thru Thursdays 6-8 pm. Lansing Community
College – Center for Transitional Learning: Room 253 Arts and Science
Building 500 N. Washington Sq. Lansing, MI 48901 (517) 483-1061 Contacts: Denise Warner dwarner@lcc.edu 517-483-5325 Carolyn Dembowski, Community and Continuing
Education denbowc1@lcc.edu
5 levels of reading/speakingand grammar/writing classes leading to college readiness. Special
classes include Computer Literacy, Applied Grammar for
Writing, and Focus on Pronunciation. All classes earn college credit.
Must enroll as LCC student and pay customary tuition. Bring a picture ID for
testing. A score of 50 on LOEP test is required. Enrollment only at beginning of semesters and orientation is required. LCC tuition; financial aid available. Approxi-mately 400 students enrolled in a variety of ESL classes at various Lansing area locations. The ESOL program serves immigrant, refugee, and international students. Refugee Immigration status Rolling, enroll at any time Free Unlimited
16 and 14 week courses; weekday morning, afternoon
and evening classes. ESOL Student Orientation is required for new students.
Sign up: 517-483-4831
Please contact for Schedule Initial English level assessment is
administered at orientation.
CATA bus number 1 Assessment:
Levels of English Proficiency Test given in the Campus Assessment Center located in the Gannon
Building.
There is no charge for the test. Must have a student ID number.
Results given immediately. See Yvonne Creamer in the
Counseling Center.
CATA Bus- 3,8,9,11,12,14
Refugee Development Center Christ Lutheran Church 122 S. Pennsylvania Ave Lansing, MI 48912 www.refugeedevelopment center.com Contact: Shirin Timms 517-482-2252
Adult ESL Classes Interactive computer language study and one-on-one tutoring
Serves all immigrants and
refugees.
ESL adult students must be pre/post
tested
ESL Program
Different levels with a focus on oral and written communication. Lutheran Social Services
801 S. Waverly Rd., Ste 100 Lansing, MI 48917 www.lssm.org Contact: Andrea Pinto 269-425-0399
Separate, leveled English classes for adults; one-on-one tutors
available to meet at flexible locations
To be registered in a class all students must be pre-tested Contact RDC for testing dates
and times.
Go to door marked “office”, ring the buzzer and come to the
second floor. Downtown location at Pennsylvania and Michigan avenues. Near Sparrow Hospital. On CATA bus line
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St. Vincent Catholic Charities 2800 W. Willow Lansing, MI 48917 517-323-4734 ETX #1804 Megan Fila
ESL Skill Levels ~ Preliterate
~ Beginning ~ Intermediate
For refugees who have resided in the
U.S. less than 5 years.
Open enrollment. Can begin any
time. 12 week classes. Free Preliterate 10 Students Beginning & Intermediate 20 Students per session
Trinity Church of Lansing: 3355 Dunckel Rd. Lansing, MI 48911 Contact: Bonnie Bankson 517-281-8126 bjbankson@gmail. com Visit Trinity’s website to
watch video: http://trinitywired.
com/ministry/ internationals-trinity
ESL Skill Levels: ~ Beginner ~ Beginner Reading -- ~ Conversational English – Teacher Directed ~ Conversation English – Personal Tutoring ~Advanced Skills ~Employment English
All adults welcome regardless of status
or belief Free childcare for children 4 years old
and younger for parents enrolled in ESL classes. Open enrollment Pre-register by email: bjbankson@gmail. com or register the first night of class attendance.
Free Unlimited spaces available.
Basic and beginner classes offered at Peckham 3:30-5:30
pm, Monday through Thursday.
Students take a placement test and then utilize the appropriate level of materials, including computer software, for their
class.
First visit includes assessment test for beginner and reading
classes. Pick-ups from MSU campus; Dean Transportation: 6:20 pm Owen Hall 6:30 pm Spartan Village Laundry (Middlevale Street) 6:35 pm Spartan Village (West Crescent Street) 6:45 pm Trappers Cove Office Bldg General Classes Mon- Fri 9am-1 pm and 1-3pm Open entry/exit
Call to inquire. CATA Bus 3 – on Willow one mile west of MLK Summerplace Townhomes- CATA Bus 9 ESL Classes Mondays, 7-9 pm, Fall 2012 Class schedule resumes September 10. CATA Bus 14 Peckham Incorporated 3510 Capital City Blvd., Lansing, MI 48906 517-316-4427
Drop-in English classes that utilize the appropriate level of
materials and software. Occasional US Citizenship
Classes
Peckham employees & family members
Open Enrollment Free Peckham employees &
family members
Provider Services Eligibility Enrollment Cost Capacity Schedule Requirements/Assessment Accessibility
Open enrollment until classes are
filled Free* *Will cover part of GED exam cost if enrolled in the program and meets certain criteria 50 students per semester Tutoring Tuesday-Thursday 12:00pm-3:30pm Enrollement Must call for appointment and
bring the following documents: ~ Birth Certificate ~
Social Security Card ~
Proof of Residency ~ Photo Identification
~ Proof of Any State or Government Assistance ~ Copy of W2 (also copy of parent's W2 if student is living
with parent)
CATA # 2 JEPHTHAH
Bethlehem Temple Church 1518 S. Washington Ave. Lansing, MI 48910 hfddddddddddddddddddd ddddddddddddddddddddd ddddddddd Manju Bisht 517-485-4032
GED Preperation Program ~ Ages 17-21 years ~ Must be a U.S.
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Enrollement Clients come to headquarters.
Make an appointment for an assessment. Matching is completed within one month.
Assessment
BADER Reading and Language Inventory Test 6th Edition Merrill Prentice Hall
Accessible via bus No. 10 &13
from CATA transportation center. Tutoring locations are decided according to ease of accessibility for both student and
tutor. Please contact for schedule Enrollement
Please call for appointment and bring photo identification.
CATA # 12
Capital Area Literacy Coalition 1028 E. Saginaw Lansing, 48906 www. Thereadingpeople .org Contact: D. Clark 517-485-4949
~ Literacy Diagnostic Testing ~ Read to Succeed
~ Family School Partnership Star ~ GED Preparation ~ Adult Basic Education
Ratio: One on One tutoring and
small classes.
No criteria. The organization services all in
Mid-Michigan. Priority given to low-income
population
Open enrollment Can begin any
time. Free* *Will cover part of GED exam cost if enrolled in the program and meets certain criteria Varies. This depends on the number of tutors available and the number of classes offered. Sessions held for two
hours/week at various times and at various locations
around Lansing. Completion of homework is expected. Advent House Westminister Presbyterian Church 743 N. MLK Blvd Lansing, MI 48915 hhhjhhkhhjhjhjhjhjhjhjh Toni Townshend 517-485-4722
Self Paced GED Completion Program
Adults 18+ years. cbgggggggggggggggg
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Open enrollment until classes are
filled Free* *Will cover cost of GED exam if enrolled in the program 50 students E-tran available if student lives in Eaton county
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Grand Ledge Public Schools 7050 W. Saginaw Hwy. Lansing, MI 48917 hfddddddddddddddddddd ddddddddddddddddddddd ddddddddd Alexis Quinn 517-321-7781
GED Success Program provides
necessary tools to aquire a GED. Adults 18+ years. Must be 18 by Sept. 1st of current school year Open enrollment in September and January Free* *Will cover 2/3 of GED exam cost if enrolled in the program 80 students per semester General Classes Monday- Friday 8-12 am Monday-Thursday 5-8:30 pm Enrollement 18 and 19 year olds must bring a
valid state ID or drivers license, birth certificate and social
security card. 20+ year olds must bring a valid
state ID or drivers license and a social security card.
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Basic Education and GED Adult Services
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Parking available Stockbridge Community Schools Stockbridge Learning Center 305 W. Elizabeth Stockbridge, MI 49285 Contact: Jo Mayer 517-851-8222
GED Preperation None Open, enroll at any time
Free Unlimited General Classes Mon & Wed 6:00-8:30 pm
Please call for appointment and bring picture identification when
enrolling Potterville Public Schools
420 N. High St. Potterville, MI 48876 nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnnnnnnnnnn5 Jane Rudisill 517-645-4792
Provider Address Phone Number Capacity Schedule Requirements/Assessment Accessibility
Please contact for specific locations
Must call for appointment. Must bring picture identification for
testing
Varies by location Cost
$10 per test (if
enrolled in LSD program) $30 per test
(if not enrolled) $175 for all (Please contact for information on pricing and
policy for individual tests)
$35 per test or $175 for all
CATA # 9
CATA # 1
St. Johns Public Schools 101 W. Cass Suite A St. Johns MI 48879 989-224-2000 Ext# 4 or 1-888-433-4226 Varies by location Michigan State University
Testing Office
207 Student Services Bldg. East Lansing, MI 48824
517-355-8278 Varies Please visit
www.testingoffice.msu.edu for schedule
Must call to make registration appointment. Must bring picture
identification for testing
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GED Testing Locations
Lansing School District 5815 Wise Rd. Lansing, MI 48911
517-755-4040 25 Seats Wednesdays Open at 9:30am
Must call for appointment. Must bring picture identification for
