English Language Acquisition for Adults
The English Language Acquisition for Adults program creates opportunities for all members of our community to expand their potential through learning and teaching the English language.
ELAA students come from more than 70 countries and have educational levels that vary from college graduates to those who do not read and write in their native language. What they all have in common is a strong desire to improve their English to achieve their goals. Their motivation and energy drive our student-centered classes!
ELAA classes take place both online and in-person.
ANNUAL CALENDAR:
- Fall 2026: September 28 – November 20
- Winter 2027: January 11 – March 5
- Spring 2027: April 5 – May 28
- Summer 2026: July – August, exact dates TBD
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Adults ages 18+
- Living in Pima County
- We need to be able to send you information about class. Email address is preferred for student communication, but we can also text you.
Fall ELAA Classes
September 28 – November 20 (8 weeks)
Sign up now to join fall classes!
Online Class Schedules
Morning Classes (9:30-11:00 AM)
Mondays/Wednesdays
- Beginning level
- Intermediate level
Tuesdays/Thursdays
- Intermediate level
- Advanced level
Thursdays/Saturdays
- Beginning level
- Intermediate level
Evening Classes (6:00-7:30 PM)
Mondays/Wednesdays
- Beginning level
- Intermediate level
- Advanced level
Tuesdays/Thursdays
- Beginning level
- Intermediate level
- Advanced level
In-Person Class Schedules
Flowing Wells Library (1730 W Wetmore Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705)
- Beginning level, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00-11:30 AM
- Advanced Conversation, Tuesdays, 3:00-5:00 PM
Nanini Library (7300 N Shannon Rd, Tucson, AZ 85741)
- Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00-1:30 PM
- Advanced Conversation, Fridays, 12:00-2:00 PM
Martha Cooper Library (1377 N Catalina Ave, Tucson, AZ 85712)
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 PM
- Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 PM
Woods Memorial Library (3455 N 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719)
- Beginning level, Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
- Advanced Conversation, Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Eckstrom-Columbus Library (4350 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85711)
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
- Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Murphy-Wilmot Library (530 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85710)
- Beginning level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Intermediate level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30-2:00 PM
Mission Library (3770 S Mission Rd, Tucson, AZ 85713)
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:30 PM
Los Ranchitos Family Resource Center (2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706)
EARLY START
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM — starts Tuesday, Sep 22
- Intermediate level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 PM — starts Monday, Sep 21
Sahuarita Library (670 W Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629)
- Beginning level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
- Intermediate level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Valencia Library (202 W Valencia Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706)
EARLY START
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM — starts Tuesday, Sep 22
- Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM — starts Tuesday, Sep 22
Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) offers English language classes for TUSD families. To attend these classes, your family must have children enrolled in a TUSD school.
CALL or VISIT the resource center to sign up.
TUSD classes start early, the week of September 21.
Catalina Family Resource Center (3645 E Pima St, Tucson, AZ 85716)
(520) 232-8684
- Beginning level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Menlo Family Resource Center (1100 W Fresno St, Tucson, AZ 85745)
(520) 225-2100
- Intermediate level, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Palo Verde Family Resource Center (1302 S Avenida Vega, Tucson, AZ 85710)
(520) 584-7455
- Intermediate level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Southwest Family Resource Center (6855 S Mark Rd, Tucson, AZ 85757)
(520) 908-3980
- Beginning level, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 AM
Volunteers:
Questions? - contact the ELAA Team at (520) 882-8006 ext. 213
or [email protected]
