Ridgewood Public Library’s ESL Department Celebrates Annual Achievement Event

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Ridgewood NJ, the English as a Second Language ESL department at the Ridgewood Public Library recently held its annual celebration to honor the dedication and hard work of both volunteer tutors and students. This vibrant event showcased the cultural diversity and progress made throughout the year.

Students shared art and culinary delights from their home countries, creating a lively atmosphere of cultural exchange. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to practice and showcase their English language skills acquired over the past year.

For 2024, the ESL program had an impressive participation with 30 volunteer tutors working with 190 students hailing from 35 different countries and speaking 21 languages!

This celebration not only highlighted the achievements of the past year but also underscored the importance of community and the transformative power of education. Kudos to all the tutors and students for their incredible efforts!

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