English as a Second Language
Summer 2025
Registration is required for new students:
https://studentportal.literacypro.com/nh/providers/287/
The English as a Second Language program is designed for non-native speakers of English ages 18 plus and who are not enrolled in school. The instructional focus is on providing students the opportunity to speak, write, listen, and read English. Students will work at their own level and have multiple opportunities to practice their language skills.
E.S.L. classes are Free and open to New Hampshire residents or employees only. Registration is required; new students will need to visit the Continuing Education office located at Salem High School to take a placement test.
Summer Beginning English
This Beginning English course is for those new to English or who some experience using the language. Students will practice communicating in English, and will develop basic speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Class will cover pronunciation and vocabulary acquisition skills.
10 classes: Monday and Wednesday, 5:00-6:30 pm, July 7- August 6, 2025, Salem High School, Joe Perry, Instructor
Read, Write, Listen, and Speak...And Explore New England!
The Read, Write, Listen and Speak class is for Intermediate and Advanced students who are interested in practicing their English while learning about and discovering our region of New England. Through articles and discussion, we will learn about the interesting history and culture of New England. Students should be comfortable conversing in English.
6 Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 am, July 9-August 13, 2025, Salem High School. Colette Gavin, Instructor
To register: https://studentportal.literacypro.com/nh/providers/287/
1) Upon registration, you will be contacted by a staff member in the Continuing Education office to discuss your goals and the expectations of the course.
2) New students to the program will be asked to take a Reading Placement test (Part 1 and Part 2). This helps us to understand your current level and to place you in the best class.
3) Once you complete the remote Reading Placement tests, you will receive information about accessing the class.
Note: Remote testing requires Google Chrome. To download and install the latest version of the Chrome browser, go to https://www.google.com/chrome/ . The Placement test will not work on Safari, Firefox or Internet Explorer.