Week 2 (Sep 28 – Oct 2) — No free parking this week and the rest of the term

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW FOR WEEK 2:  

Parking permits & avoiding tickets —  if you applied for a parking permit in Week 1, you will receive it on Monday, 9/28 from Irene; otherwise, you need to BUY a parking pass:  Click >>  Parking Permit
Fee Waiver application online:

The Fall 2026 Fee Waiver Form is now open. New QR code and link for the fall term:  bit.ly/esol-fall26

  • The waiver covers one non-credit ESOL class (Level 1-6) per term.
  • Students must complete the online form each term.
  • No supporting documents are required.
  • After submitting, students will receive an email confirming approval.
  • Students cannot resubmit the form.
  • Students must pay any remaining balance after the waiver is applied.
  • Fee waivers do not cover prior term balances, late fees, or collections

CASAS Testing: 09/28/26 @ 6 pm (some students)

Practice Level A
Practice Level B
Practice Level C  — THIS IS FOR LEVEL 3

 

HOMEWORK: Due on Monday 09/28:
  1. WRITING:  Handout; write about yourself
  2. SPEAKING:  Handout: “Fatima”; practice reading the story about Fatima.  When you are ready, record yourself reading, then send it to Irene @ (503)453-6478

What we will study this week:  We will begin Unit 1 and talk about school.  We will tour the PCC SE campus; you will learn about important places that will help you succeed as a student.  We will continue reviewing the present-tense “Be” verb in our writing and conversations, and practice more with singular and plural nouns.  

  REMEMBER:  Have fun, ask questions!!!
Computer Language Lab (CALL class) will begin this week.

Room 101 – downstairs.  Mondays 6 pm – 6:50 pm.

(New) Unit 1: My School

Watch this video:  Welcome to Portland Community College
Tour of SE Campus + a fun small group activity/project on Wednesday  09/30

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English in Action 2 Audio Files for listening  >>
  1. Listening for English in Action Textbook.  Click this
  2. Then, choose (select): Student Book
  3. Then, choose (select): UNIT 1 – School
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READING + DISCUSSION:  Textbook p. 12

Asking questions in the classroom – Textbook p. 16

CONVERSATION PRACTICE:

  • Practicing & Studying for English class
    • Textbook p.15 and handout

VOCABULARY:  Textbook p. 18 – Inside the Classroom

Watch this video:  Learn School Objects: Names and Pronunciation for Kids | Fun Vocabulary Lesson
Practice: Textbook p. 19

GRAMMAR Review: Singular & Plural Nouns

Watch this video: (source: ellii) Nouns – English Grammar Lessons
Practice:  Plurals – 1
Plurals – 2
Plurals (Irregular) – 3
More practice: Plural Nouns Quiz | Learn English Plurals | Regular and Irregular Plural Nouns in English | ESOL
Textbook pp. 20 – 21

Watch this video:  English Grammar: Review #1 – Subjective Pronouns
 Handout worksheet for in-class activity – Subject Pronouns
Practice:  Grammar Check Up #1
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 EXTRA LEARNING:

Action Words Vocabulary (interactive practice)
Typing: Let’s use our time to learn more about typing!
1. Watch this video to learn about home row and how to put your hands on the keyboard.
2. Start your typing lesson. Choose your level in the program: https://www.typing.com/student/lessons

*** Practice: How to view the WebEasy Page*** 
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