English as a Second Language Program

Fordham Bedford Children’s Services offers a free English as a Second Language Program to the large immigrant population residing in our community. The program is designed to improve basic communication skills of students who have limited knowledge of the English language. FBCS has established 3 levels of English proficiency for the students: beginner, intermediate and advanced. At each level, the students engage in appropriate classroom conversations and exercises that can be incorporated into their daily routines.

The ESL program is in session from October through May and is given every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Citizenship Program

The Citizenship Program offered by FBCS is a free, 15-week preparatory course given to community residents who are waiting for their Naturalization Examination. This program is designed to provide orientation for students who will take the oral and written English proficiency test. The Citizenship instructor teaches the 100 Civics and History questions that the INS interviewer can ask the students on the day of the exam.

The Citizenship Program is in session from October through May and is given every Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Immigration Walk-Ins

FBCS also accepts immigration walk-ins for any individual who has questions concerning his/her case. The walk-in hours are as follows:
Mondays: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. & 2:00-4:00 p.m.,
Wednesdays: 3:00-6:00 p.m., and
Thursdays: 3:00- 6:00 p.m.
Otherwise, call for an appointment.

Computer Program

Fordham Bedford Children’s Services provides Courses to residents who are interested in understanding the world of computers. FBCS has three Computer courses, which are: Computer Fundamentals, Word Processing and Using the Internet.
Computer Fundamentals teaches basic computer terminology and functions. This course is geared toward students who have no computer skills.
Word Processing is designed to teach Microsoft Word. This course is intended for students who are familiar with the Microsoft program.
Using the Internet is a six-week course directed to using the Internet. It teaches how to search the web, set up an e-mail account, and understand the key functions of the Internet. Each course is offered during a six-week period and is available in Spanish. Computer Classes are given during the daytime and evenings.

Registration Information

If you have any questions about the ESL, Citizenship, or Computer Programs or are interested in volunteering, please contact Liselle Perez, Program Coordinator @ (718) 733-2557 ext. 15 or by e-mail at: lperez@fbcsnet.org

We register students on a first come first served basis. Please contact us to find out if there is still room in this program and to get our registration forms. You can register for these programs by printing out the appropriate forms below, and returning the filled out forms to our office. Please use your browser BACK button to return to this page after you finish printing out the forms.

ESL Registration Form
Citizenship Registration Form
Computer Registration Form

CLICK HERE if you are interested in volunteering for this program.

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