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Get help with literacy & immigrant services:
Learn English, improve your reading skills or prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam with our mix of in-person and online resources available through the Library, including:
  • English as a second language classes and book discussions
  • Weekly conversation clubs
  • Citizenship preparation courses
  • A special collection of books, CDs and DVDs to help improve English skills
  • Online language-learning resources for Schaumburg Library cardholders like Mango and Pronunciator

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Karla Alba at @email. You can also check out some of our favorite free sites for language learning.

English as a Second Language

Intermediate Level Classes

Registration for Spring 2024 classes has ended. Please check back in August for more information on Fall 2024 classes.

Conversation Clubs

We host free discussion groups for intermediate students who want to use and improve their English speaking skills.

In-person sessions do not require registration.

Space is limited for online sessions. Learn more and register.

Online Tools for Learning English

Brainfuse HelpNow

Tutors are available from 2 - 9 p.m. every day with live homework help for math, science, English, social studies and adult learning. Take ACT, SAT, AP, GED, TOEFL and U.S. citizenship practice tests. 

News For You

Easy-to-read news stories to help you learn to read, write, speak and understand English. New stories are posted each week along with audio, exercises, vocabulary, a crossword puzzle and more. Listen to each story in full or sentence by sentence. Type passcode 2AE4B3 in the box that says "Enter Your News For You Password."  

Read It!

Geared toward English language learners, you can find short articles written to support your reading skills as you learn about topics you need for school and everyday life.

Citizenship Classes

Practice reading and writing in English, and learn how to answer citizenship questions from the N-400 application. We'll also discuss obstacles to becoming a U.S. citizen. This class is presented in partnership with District 214 Community Education

Learn more and complete an online registration form.

Two class options are available. Please choose only one:

  • Classes begin Thursday, Feb. 29 and run for 12 weeks. Classes will be held at the Central Library Workshop, Mondays and Thursdays, 5:45-8:45 p.m.
  • Classes begin Saturday, March 2 and run for 12 weeks. Classes will be held at the Hoffman Estates Branch Meeting Room, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Please bring your green card to the first class

    Can't make it to class, but still want to prep for the test? Try ProCitizen.

    Read to Learn

    Registration for Spring 2024 classes has ended. Please check back in August for more information on Fall 2024 classes.

    More ESL Resources

    Contact these community organizations directly for more information about their English as a Second Language classes: