Encuentro's ESL program combines language skills with community building, civic participation, leadership development, and digital navigation training. 

These two foundational courses introduce basic grammar and vocabulary to build essential communication skills for everyday situations, including greetings and introductions, parenting and school involvement as well as exchanging personal information. Building a supportive community, theres courses that help participants gain confidence in social interactions. 

These two intermediate courses support students' improvement of their language skills while exploring social justice issues that impact local and global communities. Through discussions, reading, and projects, class participants develop critical thinking, language proficiency, and cultural competence as bicultural, bilingual individuals. 

Our comprehensive Citizenship preparation program consists of two levels to address the needs of ESL beginner and ESL Intermediate learners. Class participants learn about civics and history with an emphasis on systematic inequalities impacting immigrant communities, aiming to foster advocacy and community organizing. Participants also receive support such as tutoring, immigration services, and help with advocacy through partnerships with related organizations. 

This course is designed to be accessible and relevant for Spanish-speaking immigrants seeking to improve their math skills and prepare for the high school equivalency test. The class covers basic math topics such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, and provides additional practices to ensure students are ready for the test.

Encuentro's Digital Equity Program aims to bridge the digital divide and promote digital equity among adult Spanish-speaking immigrants. Through a comprehensive and culturally responsive approach, participants gain essential digital skills, access to technology, and online resources to improve their quality of life.

Digital Skills Beginner Level (1 year long)

This course teaches basic digital skills with a focus on digital equity and online access. Students learn computer fundamentals, including hardware use, typing, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. Participants also explore internet navigation, online safety, and communication tools such as email, video conferencing, and social media to access resources and build a responsible online presence. 

Digital Skills Intermediate Level (1 year long)

This course advances basic digital skills with an emphasis on digital equity and empowerment. Students learn to use technology for education, parenting, employment, healthcare, and civic engagement, while also exploring online safety, digital rights, and community advocacy. The curriculum covers job search tools, online learning, social media, and safe internet use. It also introduces digital tools for small businesses, including website creation, social media marketing, Canva for design, and Google Sheets for budgeting. By the end, participants are equipped to be responsible digital citizens in work, school, and family life. 

Digital Skills for Life (5 weeks)

Offered in collaboration with UnidosUS, this short-term course covers the basics such as hardware, software, internet connection mechanics, professional communications, social media, apps, and internet safety and security.. The basic course provides students with the confidence and independence they need to integrate technology into their daily lives, assess essential resources, and connect with their community in meaningful ways.