
Rooted Southern California

Education and Language
At Rooted Southern California, we believe that education and language skills are essential for personal growth, career opportunities, and community integration. Whether you’re looking to improve your English proficiency, earn a degree, or gain new skills, we’re here to connect you with the right resources.
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This page features free and low-cost education programs, ESL (English as a Second Language) classes, job training courses, and academic support services available across Los Angeles County and Orange County. These programs are designed to help immigrants, refugees, and job seekers build confidence, expand opportunities, and achieve their educational goals.
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Explore the listings below to find the right program for you and take the next step toward a brighter future.
​Los Angeles County
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Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA)
Provides resources for families and educators to support young dual language learners, including bilingual materials in multiple languages. -
LA County Library - LEARN Program
Offers free online classes for personal and professional development, including language learning resources accessible with a library card. -
LA County Library - Leamos Literacy Program
Provides a free, pre-ESL literacy course that teaches Spanish-speaking adults the basics of reading and writing in Spanish, available both in-person and online. -
Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) - Multilingual Academic Support
Offers tools and support to districts and educational agencies to enhance the success of multilingual learners in rigorous, standards-based curricula. -
California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE)
A nonprofit organization promoting bilingual education and quality educational experiences for all students in California, with chapters and affiliates statewide. -
Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP)
Advances educational equity by collaborating with families, schools, and communities to provide quality educational and wellness practices, supporting children from early childhood to young adulthood. -
California Community Foundation - Education Initiatives
Transforms the lives of Los Angeles County's most vulnerable populations through innovative education initiatives, from early childhood to career readiness. -
First 5 LA - Dual Language Learners Initiative
Encourages dual language learning across Los Angeles County, providing resources in multiple languages to support early childhood education. -
California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) - Language Resources
Offers access to programs, information, and services for individuals with limited English proficiency, ensuring language is not a barrier to accessing vital services. -
LACOE - Multilingual Teacher Support
Provides workshops and support for schools and districts in multilingual education, dual language immersion programs, and support for emergent bilinguals and world languages.
Orange County
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The Literacy ProjectOffers targeted literacy intervention programs to tackle the academic achievement gap, providing 30-session programs to help students improve literacy skills.
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South Coast Literacy Council (SCLC)
An all-volunteer nonprofit organization assisting adult English learners in achieving basic literacy and acquiring language skills necessary for daily living and employment, offering free English classes in multiple locations throughout south Orange County. -
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) - Language Services
Coordinates interpretation, translation, multicultural trainings, and services for OCDE and public agencies, ensuring language access to all students, parents, and community members within the county. -
Reimagine
Provides individualized therapies and educational programs, with campuses in Santa Ana and Fullerton, offering support services tailored to diverse learning needs. -
The Prentice School
A private school in Orange County designed for students with language-based learning disabilities, including dyslexia and ADHD, offering small-group focused programs to empower students. -
California Department of Social Services - Learn English Initiative
Provides resources and information for learning English, including jobs and training resources, education resources, and citizenship resources, accessible to residents in Orange County. -
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) - Educational Services
Offers programs and services to support student learning and achievement, including language services, curriculum support, and professional development for educators. -
Orange County Public Libraries - Literacy Services
Provides adult literacy services, including one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction, to help adults improve their reading and writing skills. -
Orange County United Way - Education Programs
Focuses on improving education outcomes by providing resources and support to students and families, aiming to increase high school graduation rates and prepare students for college and career success.
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