ESL (English as a Second Language)
Are you interested in attending ESL (English as a Second Language) classes? Do you need help in preparing for the U.S. Citizenship exam? 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ’s Adult Education and Literacy Program is here to help! Read more below to find out how you can get involved!
General Information
- Classes are offered FREE due to generous funding by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
- Classes are available throughout 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ, Cooke, and Fannin Counties
- Day and evening class options are available (see below for the current schedule)
- We offer both in-person and online (Zoom) classes
- Classes are offered throughout the whole year
- Classes are added and schedules are modified to meet students' needs
- New students are accepted at any time
Eligibility for Services
- Are at least 17 years of age
- Are unable to speak, read, or write in English
- Seek the skills needed for the U.S. Citizenship test
- Have a valid and unexpired form of identification:
- U.S. REAL DL or State Issued ID
- U.S. Birth Certificate
- U.S. Passport
- Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
- Employment Authorization Card
- Machine Readable Immigrant Visa (with temporary I-551 language/stamp)
- Temporary I-551 Stamp (on foreign passport or I-94/I-94A)
- Tribal Indian ID Card
Registration/ Enrollment Process
- Complete our or call 903-463-8784 to get started
- Meet with an Enrollment Specialist to complete registration (Approximately 2.5 hours)
- Submit/answer demographic information
- Discuss education and career goals
- Take a placement test in reading and listening (not pass or fail)
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Multi-level classes are available based on test scores
Support Services
- Access to digital learning platforms
- Food assistance
- Gas vouchers (available if taking in-person classes)
- Laptop loan program
- Student labs- Writing, Math, Science, and Library
- Personal counseling
Pathway to College Enrollment (if goals align)

Enroll and Attend ESL Classes
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Transfer to GED Classes
- Take GED Ready tests
- Take Official GED tests
- Earn GED
Enroll in 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ
Choose a Career Ready Program or an Academic Pathway
Career Ready Programs include:
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- Industrial Maintenance
Academic Pathways include:
- Arts and Humanities
- Business and Entrepreneurship
- Health Sciences
- Industrial Technologies
- Public Services
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Course Schedule by Location
| Class Name | Course Content | Meeting Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonham High School | Beginning ESL (NRS 1-3) | Tuesday and Thursday, 6 pm to 8:30 pm | 1002 Warpath Dr., Bonham, TX 75415 |
| Bonham High School | Intermediate/Advanced ESL (NRS 4-6) | Tuesday and Thursday, 6 pm to 8:30 pm | 1002 Warpath Dr., Bonham, TX 75415 |
| Class Name | Course Content | Meeting Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ ESL AM | Beginning/Intermediate ESL (NRS 1-4) | Monday and Wednesday, 9 am to 12 pm | 6101 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Dr., Denison, TX 75020- CIS Building- Room #107 |
| 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ ESL AM | Multi-level ESL | Tuesday and Thursday, 9 am to 12 pm | 6101 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Dr., Denison, TX 75020- CIS Building- Room #107 |
| Class Name | Course Content | Meeting Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Middle School | Beginning/Intermediate ESL (NRS 1-4) | Tuesday and Thursday, 6 pm to 8:30 pm | 2201 E. Lamar St., Sherman, TX 75090 |
| Sherman Middle School | Advanced ESL (NRS 5-6) | Tuesday and Thursday, 6 pm to 8:30 pm | 2201 E. Lamar St., Sherman, TX 75090 |
| Class Name | Course Content | Meeting Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online ESL BRIDGE PM | ESL/HSE | Monday and Wednesday, 6 pm to 8:30 pm | Zoom |
| Class Name | Course Content | Meeting Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Alstyne ESL AM | Multi-level ESL | Tuesday and Thursday, 9 am to 12 pm | 1455 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, Van Alstyne, Texas 75495- Room #- SCM-109 |