SUMMER ESL CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH CLASS IN FULL SWING
Learning a new language is more than memorizing vocabulary or grammar rules—it’s about real life experiences, meaningful conversations, and plenty of laughter along the way. This is exactly what our students enjoy through a variety of immersive and fun activities designed to make practicing English both natural and enjoyable.
We kicked off with coffee at Pineview Coffee Company, where ordering drinks, turned into conversations about food, family, countries and even a little insight into how Texas government works. It was a relaxing and friendly environment that made speaking English feel a little less intimidating.
At Calloway’s Nursery the setting sparked conversations about parts of the plants, gardening tools, and the many unexpected items you can find at a nursery. Anyone learning a new language knows it takes time. Anyone who’s learned a new language knows that reading and writing are one thing—but speaking fluently, especially in causal conversations, is a whole different animal”.
Volunteering at REVEAL Food Pantry added a hands-on element to language learning. Even assembling a table brought a new vocabulary into the spotlight. The words that just rolls off our lips like “screwdriver” and “washer” were met with inquisitive stares. "Someone said, “that flat thingies that goes between the wood and the top of the screw.” The room was quiet and suddenly we’re all laughing!! “How do I describe a washer.” Searching for images of washers on the phone was met with an exchange of language translations.
The Cedar Park Library was a world of fun from reading children’s books, talking about art, authors, eating baklava from Turkey, and a scavenger hunt of words.
Most of all we are deeply grateful for our incredible students and the dedicated volunteer instructors who brings so much heart and energy to this program.
River City Hope Street thanks everyone who donates and supports this mission. Because of you, these joyful, meaningful experiences in learning English are possible and make these wonderful memories unforgettable.