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"A community connected by diverse cultural and language-learning experiences." A partnership of Partners in Learning, Inc. and the Syracuse City School District
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The Community Education Program is a partnership of Partners in Learning, Inc. and the Syracuse City School District. Diverse ethno-linguistic adults and families engage in education, training, and employment services. Together we:
create a culturally responsive learning environment
build cross-cultural connections
develop multiple competencies in English literacy
promote family literacy
facilitate access to continuing education and community resources.
Services for English language learning adults and families:
MANOS Dual-Language Early Education Program
MANOS provides a dual-language, Spanish & English, environment where children & parents learn together. Children ages birth to 5 years and their parents/caregivers participate in activities to build language and literacy skills. Outreach services include early intervention, family support and translating/interpreting.
West Side Learning Center (WSLC)
WSLC offers English-language learning (ELL) adults a variety of classes and 1:1 tutorials designed to
enhance multiple competencies in literacy, technology, and vocational skills; facilitate access employment; and link with community resources.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL):
basic, intermediate, and advanced classes provide integrated instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Computer and language skills are reinforced in the ELL Technology-Assisted Language Lab. English Conversation Circles offer learners 1-1 practice with volunteers from the community. Computer literacy classes train learners in Windows XP, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Internet & Outlook.
Vocational English & Training (VESOL)
The Vocational English for Speakers of Other Languages Program (VESOL) provides adult learners with intensive vocational English instruction, professional skill development, practical experience and job search assistance. The trainings prepare learners for careers as office assistants and teaching assistants. ELL adults participate in four months of instruction, two months of a workplace internship, and on-going support to access employment or continuing education.
Internship Experiences
Adults interested in exploring new career options or learning how their professions are practiced in the United States are linked with mentors and participate in job-shadowing experiences in the local workplace.
JOB Link!
Bilingual Employment Specialists provide ELL adults with pre-employment training, 1:1 job search, access to employment and job coaching.
Volunteers In Action
Syracuse University Literacy Corps, LeMoyne College Service Learning Division, and Onondaga Community College facilitate the involvement of students and tutors in 1:1 and small group English language-learning activities. English and Spanish Conversation Circles pair native speakers with those learning English or Spanish as a second language.
Cross-Cultural Connection
Classes in Spanish language and cross-cultural competencies are offered to the community at-large. Current participants include the Syracuse Police Department, LeMoyne College Physician Assistant graduate students, and Syracuse University Health Literacy undergraduates
PARTNERS IN LEARNING, Inc.
a partnership of Partners in Learning, Inc. and the Syracuse City School District
Partners in Learning, Inc., a NYS not-for-profit organization, engages diverse ethno-linguistic adults and families
in
education, training, and employment programs in collaboration with
community resources.
Together, we build cross-cultural connections; improve English language skills;
promote multiple-language learning; and link with continuing education and community resources.
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