Most of us have cheated at some time in our academic career. We usually think of cheating on a test. This might mean: Copying another student’s answers during a test. Using our phone or secret cheat sheets during a test. Leaving the room to “use the bathroom” and looking for test answers along the way. […]
The importance of being on time varies from culture to culture, as does the definition of “late.” In some cultures, 5 minutes late is still on-time. In the U.S., especially in terms of school, on time means at the time specified. If class begins at 9:00, then on time means arriving before 9:00. Late means any […]
Every month, PELA teachers select two students who have demonstrated their dedication to learning English, actively taken part in class, asked questions, and served as a role model to other students. Help us congratulate this month’s Students of the Month: Suelma and Mohammed! PELA: How long have you been studying English? Suelma: I have studying [at PELA] since 2 […]
JULY 2017 6/26/17-7/28/17 Sunshine and Summer Break! Every July term, PELA is closed for a week-long Summer Break. This year, some students went camping, some went swimming, some hiked, and others stayed inside to avoid the heat! August is promising to be even hotter, but with summer comes music festivals, street fairs, and other free […]
What happens if you have an emergency? If you are in the U.S. and your or someone else’s health is in danger, call 9-1-1. Make sure you know your address. It is a good idea to copy it down and know where it is if you can’t remember it. (If not, then you can call the […]
Each term, PELA selects two outstanding Students of the Month! These students have demonstrated their hard work and dedication to learning English, actively taken part in class, asked questions, and served as a role model to other students. Help us congratulate this months recipients: Samaih and Saleh! PELA: Why are you studying at PELA? What will […]
JUNE 2017 5/30/17-6/23/17 Summer is officially here! This June we wished students happy June birthdays, notified students of upcoming PELA and Portland events, welcomed the first day of summer, and prepared for what is sure to be a beautiful Portland summer season! INSIDE THIS ISSUE Free Idioms Class! Happy June Birthdays! First Day of Summer […]
Each month, the teachers and staff at PELA nominate outstanding students as the “Students of the Month,” for their hard work and great attitudes. Help us congratulate this month’s recipients: David (Abdulrahim) and Air (Onthira)! PELA: How long have you been studying English? David: I have been studying for two years. Air: I have been studying [at […]
MAY 2017 5/1/17-5/26/17 Summer is here! Well, it’s almost here, and the weather certainly makes us think so! We are looking forward to some much needed sun in the Pacific Northwest and it seems we will be getting much of it soon. In this issue: Find out about what we did in May, and how […]
Every month at PELA, two outstanding students are recognized for their hard work and dedication to learning English. These students, actively take part in class, ask questions, and serve as a role model to other students. Help us congratulate this month’s recipients: Asim and Sabrina! PELA: Why study English? What are your future plans? Asim: I wish to [get my] Master’s after […]
