Objective(s): Enroll 61 adults and 20 babies and children in ESL classes offered by Trinity Lutheran Church. Ensure diverse interpretation within enrolled adults targeting individuals from various cultural backgrounds and proficiency levels. Increase community awareness of ISC’s PASS program.

Summary:

On April 3 and April 5, 2024, Trinity Lutheran Church partnered with the International Service Center (ISC) to facilitate the enrollment process for ESL (English as a Second Language) classes. This collaboration aimed to assist adult individuals with interpretation needs and provide them with access to ESL education. This event, attended by ISC staff including Dr. Phuong, Olena, Daria, Hadia, Zahra, Avinash, Honore, and Sundus, ensured that the students were provided interpretation assistance during their enrollment process and assessment of their English proficiency needs. In preparation for the event, ISC communicated with Laura Butcher and our team of volunteers and interpreters to discuss the key points of the event and assigned tasks and responsibilities to the stakeholders.

Highlights of the event:

The enrollment process for ESL classes held at Trinity Lutheran Church on April 3, 2024, and April 5, 2024, was seamlessly facilitated by a dedicated team of interpreters from the International Service Center (ISC).

ISC’s team of interpreters was pivotal in ensuring that individuals with limited English proficiency could easily navigate the registration process to enroll in ESL classes and assess their English proficiency needs. Participants expressed gratitude for the support provided by ISC’s interpreters, highlighting their professionalism and proficiency in facilitating communication throughout the event. The collaborative efforts between Trinity Lutheran Church and ISC exemplified the spirit of community partnership and inclusivity, ultimately leading to successful enrollment.

The enrollment process for ESL classes, held at Trinity Lutheran Church on April 3, 2024, and April 5, 2024, marked a successful collaboration between Trinity Lutheran Church and the International Service Center (ISC). ISC’s team of interpreters played a crucial role in facilitating communication and ensuring a smooth enrollment process for individuals with limited English proficiency. With their assistance, 61 adults and 20 children were able to register for ESL classes. The event showcased the importance of linguistic accessibility in promoting education and community integration. Moving forward, Trinity Lutheran Church and ISC plan to continue working together to support enrolled participants and expand outreach efforts to reach more individuals in need of ESL education.