We provide English skill development classes at every level.
English as a Second Language
English as a second language
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes strengthen English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for employment,
college and career technical classes, and student success. Classes are available for
beginning, intermediate and advanced level ESL learners.
Spring 2024 Registration Schedule
Classes start on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. Registration for any Kishwaukee College
Adult Education class (Illinois High School Diploma, English as a Second Language,
etc.) can be completed at any location. Please allow three hours for registration
and assessment testing. Call 815-825-9420 or email adulted@kish.edu to schedule a registration appointment.
DAY
TIME
LOCATION
Thursday, Jan. 4
1:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Friday, Jan. 5
9:00 am
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb
Monday, Jan. 8
1:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Monday, Jan. 8
5:00 pm
Christ Community Outreach Center, DeKalb
Tuesday, Jan. 9
1:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Wednesday, Jan. 10
9:00 am
Kishwaukee College
Wednesday, Jan. 10
5:00 pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb
Thursday, Jan. 11
9:00 am
Kishwaukee College
Thursday, Jan. 11
3:30 pm
Genoa Public Library
Citizenship Class
Get started on your journey to United States citizenship. This course will cover an
overview of the information relevant to the U.S. Citizenship exam and the citizenship
process including American history and government. You must be 18 years of age or
older to take the class and you must provide a copy of legal, permanent residency
at enrollment. You also must score a 191 or higher on the CASAS assessment or receive
any score on the GOALS assessment. Call 815-825-9420 to reserve a seat.
Prospective citizenship students can contact the Adult Education Office for information
regarding the next Citizenship Class at Kishwaukee College.
Frequently Asked Questions
In-person and hybrid classes are offered at Kishwaukee College and various locations
in DeKalb, Sycamore, Rochelle and Genoa. Classes are held in the mornings, afternoons
and evenings.
We have beginner, intermediate and advanced ESL classes. Academic Reading and Writing
will help advanced ESL students prepare for reading and writing in college courses.
Pronunciation and Conversation classes are offered immediately after some classes.
A citizenship class is offered in the spring. This class provides an overview of the
U.S. Citizenship exam, including American history and government. Basic interviewing,
test-taking, and writing skills — including grammar and vocabulatry of American English
— will also be addressed.
Registration takes place before the start of each semester at the College and various
community sites. Late-start classes and late enrollment require registration at Kishwaukee
College.
Classes start on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. Registration for any Kishwaukee College
Adult Education class (Illinois High School Diploma, English as a Second Language,
etc.) can be completed at any location. Please allow three hours for registration
and assessment testing. Call 815-825-9420 or email adulted@kish.edu to schedule a registration appointment.
DAY
TIME
LOCATION
Thursday, Jan. 4
1:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Friday, Jan. 5
9:00 am
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb
Monday, Jan. 8
1:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Monday, Jan. 8
5:00 pm
Christ Community Outreach Center, DeKalb
Tuesday, Jan. 9
1:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Kishwaukee College
Wednesday, Jan. 10
9:00 am
Kishwaukee College
Wednesday, Jan. 10
5:00 pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church, DeKalb
Thursday, Jan. 11
9:00 am
Kishwaukee College
Thursday, Jan. 11
3:30 pm
Genoa Public Library
Call 815-825-9420 to schedule a registration appointment. Please leave a clear message
with your name and phone number, and someone will contact you within 24 business hours.
Registration takes about three hours to complete. There are forms to complete and
orientation. We also want to make sure you start your ESL classes at the right level
for you. You will take a placement assessment during registration.
You can start the process early.
Step 1. Watch the video below (Spanish & English version available). Step 2. Download, fill in, and print the Registration Form. Step 3. Bring the completed form with you to registration. Step 4. Plan up to three hours for assessment testing.
Se hace la registración/orientación para el programa de la Educación para Adultos
en Kishwaukee College (GED e inglés como segunda lengua) antes del principio de cada
semestre. Por favor, vea el calendario para determinar las fechas/horas/lugares de inscripción y orientación.
El proceso de la registración/orientación consiste en mirar el video, llenar la forma
de registración, y tomar los examenes apropriados para la(s) clase(s) en las cuales
tiene ínteres. Favor de planear hasta 3 horas para tomar los examenes de nivel. El
personal va a determinar si necesita examenes adicionales. Después de tomar los examenes
y completar el papeleo, va a registrarse para la(s) clase(s) apropriada(s).
Si prefiere, puede empezar el proceso antes de tiempo en su conveniencia.
Paso 1: Mire el video a continuación (version en español e inglés disponible). Paso 2: Descarga, completa, e imprime la forma de inscripción. Paso 3. Traiga la forma completada a la registración (se encuentran las fechas en
este horario). Paso 4. Planifique hasta 3 horas para los examenes de evaluación.
Se realiza la inscripción antes del comienzo de cada semestre en Kishwaukee College
y en varios sitios de la comunidad. Planifique por lo menos 3 horas para el registro,
la orientación, y la evaluación. Vea el horario de inscripción para encontrar horas
y fechas convenientes para inscribirse y el horario de clases para las fechas, horas,
y ubicaciones para las clases. Por favor, vea la página de Registración y Orientación
para obtener una ventaja en su proceso de registro.
All classes are open to adults age 16+.
Picture ID is required to register. Please bring your ID to your registration appointment.
Students 16-17 years of age must provide a letter of separation from high school upon
entry. Bring the letter to your registration appointment or have it emailed to adulted@kish.edu.
Kishwaukee College works to provide reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities,
so they may equally participate in classroom activities.
Technology will be provided for students who qualify. Students may utilize their
own laptops, Chromebooks, tablets and smartphones for classes.
Please provide an updated, accessible email and phone number at registration.
Perla Gonzalez, a Kishwaukee College nursing student, was named the recipient of a $1,000 Illinois Community College Faculty Association (ICCFA) Student Scholarship. She was recognized with the award at the ICCFA conference luncheon on Nov. 10 in Bloomington.
The Kishwaukee College Continuing Education department will offer seven short-term training programs during the Spring 2024 semester. Kish short-term programs provide students with the skills and training needed to meet local workforce demands. The programs range from 11-20 weeks, allowing students to immediately start a career or build upon their skills with additional training.