Framingham Adult English as a Second
Language PLUS (FAESL Plus) was established in 1984 by a
group of concerned citizens in the community using private
donations. The program has grown from 30 students to more than
750 students each semester, in the morning and evening
components. The majority of funding is from State and Federal
grants. However, the program is still dependent on community and
private donations, as well as fund raising to maintain services. The
FAESL+ program operates as a department of Framingham Public
Schools, which provides space and support for our classes.
Framingham Adult English as a Second Language PLUS has
provided free English language instruction and life skills training to
more than 6,000 immigrants in the Framingham area. The program
has helped hundreds of students work towards their GED. We have
been a passageway to a better life for people from over 38 countries
and a wide variety of backgrounds.
Our philosophy is to provide each student with the language
skills necessary to achieve personal success at home, at work,
and in the community.
Vision
Framingham Adult ESL Plus provides a unique opportunity for adult
learners to succeed in U.S. society. Our program offers a wide
range of services for every student, including ESOL, citizenship,
computer assisted learning, adult basic education, and High School
Equivalency. Counseling is available whenever classes are in
session.
At Framingham Adult ESL Plus , students and teachers work
together to create activities, which are realistic, relevant, and
rewarding for all participants. In dynamic learning environments,
students strive towards English fluency, improved literacy skills,
economic empowerment, and civic involvement. Our common goal
is the development of skills that allow our students to integrate their
talents and energy into the life of the community and the country.
Goals
Each semester brings us three times as many student applications
as we can place in our classes. Our aim is to expand our services to:
Program Affiliations
Affiliations with community agencies provide additional resources for
students.
Framingham Public Library
Framingham Police Department
The Town of Framingham
Community Organizations in Framingham
Framingham Restaurants
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Framingham Adult English As a Second Language PLUS wishes to
gratefully acknowledge the organizations who have helped to
support our work.
Contact Information
Physical Address: Framingham Adult ESL PLUS
Fuller Middle School
31 Flagg Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4860
Framingham, MA 01704
Telephone: (508) 626-4282
CONTACTS
Director FAESL Plus: Kevin O'Connor, Ph.D.
koconnor@framingham.k12.ma.us
Associate Director FAESL Plus: Janice Batista
jbatista@framingham.k12.ma.us
Volunteer Coordinator FAESL Plus: Debbie Centamore
dcentamore@framingham.k12.ma.us
Executive Assistant: Maureen Harrod
mharrod@framingham.k12.ma.us
Language PLUS (FAESL Plus) was established in 1984 by a
group of concerned citizens in the community using private
donations. The program has grown from 30 students to more than
750 students each semester, in the morning and evening
components. The majority of funding is from State and Federal
grants. However, the program is still dependent on community and
private donations, as well as fund raising to maintain services. The
FAESL+ program operates as a department of Framingham Public
Schools, which provides space and support for our classes.
Framingham Adult English as a Second Language PLUS has
provided free English language instruction and life skills training to
more than 6,000 immigrants in the Framingham area. The program
has helped hundreds of students work towards their GED. We have
been a passageway to a better life for people from over 38 countries
and a wide variety of backgrounds.
Our philosophy is to provide each student with the language
skills necessary to achieve personal success at home, at work,
and in the community.
Vision
Framingham Adult ESL Plus provides a unique opportunity for adult
learners to succeed in U.S. society. Our program offers a wide
range of services for every student, including ESOL, citizenship,
computer assisted learning, adult basic education, and High School
Equivalency. Counseling is available whenever classes are in
session.
At Framingham Adult ESL Plus , students and teachers work
together to create activities, which are realistic, relevant, and
rewarding for all participants. In dynamic learning environments,
students strive towards English fluency, improved literacy skills,
economic empowerment, and civic involvement. Our common goal
is the development of skills that allow our students to integrate their
talents and energy into the life of the community and the country.
Goals
Each semester brings us three times as many student applications
as we can place in our classes. Our aim is to expand our services to:
- Include our waitlisted students
- Institute a "Newcomer's Center"
- Expand our community education outreach
- Continue to develop affiliations with other educational and
social service agencies - Obtain permanent space
Program Affiliations
Affiliations with community agencies provide additional resources for
students.
Framingham Public Library
Framingham Police Department
The Town of Framingham
Community Organizations in Framingham
Framingham Restaurants
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Framingham Adult English As a Second Language PLUS wishes to
gratefully acknowledge the organizations who have helped to
support our work.
- The Town of Framingham's Community Development Block
Grant Committee - St. Tarcisius Church - BRACE
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary
Education - Framingham Adult English As a Second Language Program
PLUS Students & Staff - The Framingham Public Schools
- The MetroWest ESL Fund
- Jewish Family Services-Metrowest
- Cummings Foundation 100K for 100
Contact Information
Physical Address: Framingham Adult ESL PLUS
Fuller Middle School
31 Flagg Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4860
Framingham, MA 01704
Telephone: (508) 626-4282
CONTACTS
Director FAESL Plus: Kevin O'Connor, Ph.D.
koconnor@framingham.k12.ma.us
Associate Director FAESL Plus: Janice Batista
jbatista@framingham.k12.ma.us
Volunteer Coordinator FAESL Plus: Debbie Centamore
dcentamore@framingham.k12.ma.us
Executive Assistant: Maureen Harrod
mharrod@framingham.k12.ma.us
| Framingham Adult ESL Plus |
| Class Schedule Morning ESL Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 8:45-10:45am Evening ESL Tuesday/Thursday 6:30-9:30pm ABE/High School Equivalency Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Citizenship Wednesday 6:30-9:00pm |
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