An English School Focused on Social Justice

Introduction

The CIS offers classes to adults 18-years and older with a focus on individuals involved in the social movement, women struggling for their self-determination, and those who are unable to attend other language schools for financial reasons. Classes are maintained at an affordable price with need-based half-scholarships available. We offer all levels of English instruction from beginner to conversational. The school uses a methodology based on communication and participatory techniques. Classroom activities, materials, and discussion include social content.

Logistics

Classes are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 5:15 - 7:00 pm, with a ten minute break. Usually classes have between 7-12 students each, for a total of approximately 60 students in every session.  On Wednesday evenings we also have special activities, such as potlucks or Article Discussion Group.  We hold 4 sessions a year, and each session lasts between 9-10 weeks.

Cost

Students' payments cover the price of instruction, materials, graduation expenses, and teacher training.  The cost per session is $50. Students must pay at least half on the first day of class, and the other half within 15 days of the start of the session (to account for pay dates). Need-based scholarships are available.

Basic C Class, Session II 2008	Student Presentation October 2008
Students Receive Diplomas 2008	Activity on Mining Session II 2008

Dates for 2012 English School Sessions:

(These dates do not include pre-session volunteer training or post-session evaluation) 

• 2012 Session 1: January 9th - March 1st (8-Week Session because of Elections; 1 week of classes will be made up)
• 2012 Session 2: March 26th - May 31st (No Class April 2nd-5th)
• 2012 Session 3: June 18th - August 23rd (No Class August 6th-9th)
• 2012 Session 4: September 10th - November 15th 

Volunteer English Teachers

All teachers are volunteers with an interest in social justice. Most come from other countries, and are usually native English speakers.

If you're interested in volunteering, please click here for more information.

Testimonials

CIS combines the study of english with analizing the reality of El Salvador in an objective way.

-Otilio Ayala Sosa, CIS English student