ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION - WCSA

English Language Acquisition

What is English Language Acquisition?

English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes focus on the development of communication skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and basic mathematics for foreign-born students.

For specific course offerings please see individual campus course schedules or call one of our offices for more information.

Where to Start: CASAS Pre-Test Assessment

All new or returning students (after one year of absence) must take an assessment test for all Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education (diploma programs), and English Language Acquisition/New Americans programs prior to the start of the class.

Students must register in person. Please bring the following items to the assessment test:

A valid picture ID with birth date (State ID, Driver's License, Passport, or Military ID)
Students age 16-17: Approved release papers (Form 4140) from home high school

ELA & New Americans Fees

Enrollment Fee: $20 per course
Books/Supplies: Varies

View all course schedules by campus here

Vision: Where learning never ends!
Mission: Waipahu Community School for Adults will provide learning opportunities for students to improve the quality of their lives as they contribute positively to society.

Enrollment is open to all persons 18 years and over, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion. Be prepared to present photo identification.
Students ages 16 to 17 must be officially released from a public high school in the State of Hawaii before admission into academic classes.
Unregistered persons, including children, are not allowed in adult classes.
The consumption of alcohol, illegal substances and the use of tobacco products are prohibited during school functions and on school grounds.
The school reserves the right to remove, from class and school grounds, any student or individual exhibiting inappropriate behavior.

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Continuous Notice of Non-Discrimination
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