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Are you new to the U.S.? We can help!
As of FEBRUARY 2023 . . . English Language Learners Alliance (that's us) has four ways non-native English speakers in our local area (in and around Seattle, WA) can practice English with us. All events are free. All events are "rolling" - there is no start or stop date. HOW TO JOIN US: For in-person events, no sign-up is required, just stop by. Please be vaccinated and well so we can protect each other. For online events, the email sign-up process begins here. ******************************** (1) TUESDAY MORNINGS in-person Casual Conversation: 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the tables near Boba Express at Crossroads Mall 15600 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98008 Thanks SO MUCH to all our English language speakers who lead conversations at the tables. To stay informed of our occasional cancellations, sign up for the "Notes From ELLA" newsletter Also, generally, if Bellevue schools are closed during the school year (for example for a snow day) we will not meet in person that day. (2) NEW! begins Feb. 22, 2023 - no meeting Feb. 8, 2023 2nd and 4th WEDNESDAYS of the month in-person Casual Conversation: 7 to 9 p.m. Meet at the big fireplace in the Lodge at Bellevue Square (This is where Starbucks and Pressed are located) 545 Bellevue Way NE To stay informed of our occasional cancellations, sign up for the "Notes From ELLA" newsletter Also, generally, if Bellevue schools are closed during the school year (for example for a snow day) we will not meet in person that day (3) WEDNESDAY MORNINGS online Casual Conversation: 10 a.m. to about 11:15 a.m. We use Zoom online to provide time for non-native English speakers to practice their English with native English speakers. (4) THURSDAY EVENINGS online History/Poetry/Travel Conversation: 8 p.m. to about 9:15 We share American culture in a structured (but still casual and friendly) way by reading poetry or a text about history or travel together. WE ARE FOR:
Our organization is for newcomers AND people who have lived in the U.S. for a long time but still want to practice speaking English! ALSO WELCOME: ELLA is a great social outlet for friendly native English speakers who can volunteer with us to help others learn English through casual chat. |
Sign up for our "Notes From ELLA" newsletter
1) to receive a newsy email about four times a year. 2) to receive announcements for our occasional cancellations of in-person meetings 
ABOUT US: We are a non-profit organization located in Bellevue, Washington. We help adults who are learning English connect with others and practice speaking English in the community. Most of our events (when we meet in person) happen in the city of Bellevue in the state of Washington.
Find out more about our history and leadership here. You can also visit our photo gallery to learn more about ELLA. WHERE TO TAKE FORMAL
CLASSES IN OUR AREA: Hopelink online "English for Work" winter registration is open and closes on January 4, 2023. Online classes begin January 4 or 5 with an orientation class. The classes will meet two times a week. Classes are free but are only for people who live near Hopelink centers in Western Washington State. Not for B, F, J or M visa holders. For students who plan to get a job or enter a job training program. Bellevue College Just getting started learning English in Bellevue? Bellevue College offers an English as a Second Language class for $25 a quarter for Bellevue, WA residents. Begins on January 3, 2023. Bellevue College also offers online-only classes "On the Job Communications" and "Preparing for Work." Winter classes begin in January. The eleven-week-long, four-hour-per-week classes are free for Bellevue, WA, residents who are immigrants, refugees, or U.S. citizens with English as a second language. Not for tourists or people with Foreign Student Visas (J-1, F-1, M-1, B-1, B-2). Westminster Language Academy's in-person English classes begin January 9 and end March 27. Online classes and tutoring can be specially requested. Not free. Literacy Source serves Seattle residents. Classes are free for low-income residents of the city of Seattle. Other free online and in-person classes and tutoring for adults are also possible. Literacy Source talks to candidates directly to help determine how/if a tutor or a class can be set up to match an individual's needs. 206-782-2050 Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Kirkland, WA, this winter will hold English Language Learning classes from January 9 to March 22. Classes are being offered on campus and online as well. A placement test will determine which of six levels from beginning to advanced are right for students. For citizens, immigrants and refugees, but not for F1, M1, J1, B1 and B2 visas. Must be a Washington resident. Call (425) 739-8359 to schedule or to begin your intake process or email AcademicSupportCenter@lwtech.edu. Cost: $25 per quarter. EXTRA STUDY MATERIALS: The Online Study & ESL Class Materials section of our website (included under the tab "Helpful Links") includes handouts and materials from our founder Suzanne's excellent presentations at previous Wednesday classes. |
