English as a Second Language classes
Registration for Fall 2022 English as a second language (ESL) classes is now open. English classes are offered at lower-intermediate, upper-intermediate, and advanced levels. The registration fee for all levels is $75 per semester. For more information, please contact esl@sjd.org.
Fall classes will be held in person at
The Church of St. John the Divine
2450 River Oaks Boulevard
Houston, TX 77019
Fall Semester 2022
August 15 – December 7
Class hours:
Mondays, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
We do not offer evening or weekend classes
Enrichment Opportunities
Pronunciation Classes
Fellowship Activities
Book Club
We design our courses to help you improve your English for work, study, or social interactions. We offer a balance of activities, with emphasis on improving speaking, listening, writing, and vocabulary. Developing confidence is important – we like to involve students in using English in real-life situations. Therefore, we offer conversation classes in addition to grammar classes.
Our instructors come from a variety of backgrounds and all have a passion for teaching. We offer high-quality teaching, individual attention, and student care. Meet your ESL instructors here!
Our program emphasizes:
| Communication Skills | Writing Skills |
| Fluency Practice | Grammar Focus |
| Vocabulary Building | Cultural Elements |
| Pronunciation | Special Events |
| Listening Practice |
Fall 2022 Semester Schedule
- Monday, August 15 – First day of class for the fall semester
- Monday, September 5 – Labor Day, no classes
- Monday – Friday, November 21 – 25 – Thanksgiving break, no classes
- Wednesday, December 7 – Last day of class for the fall semester