Claudia Garcia and her son, Josue Escamilla, take part in an ESL class facilitated by Zion Lutheran Church’s Ministerio Hispano. Garcia, her husband and her two sons came to the United States from Mexico about two months ago, and all are currently participating in the church’s evening classes. — Johnson Publications
Guadalupe Beltran and Yuliana Quintana, pictured from left, take notes during an ESL class at the Phillips County Family Education Services office. — Johnson Publications
Local ESL classes build community, career success
EDITOR'S NOTE: This article is the fourth in a five-part series recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). The last article will focus on food.
