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International Friends 2024-2025 Program Information

International Friends is your opportunity to learn about living in Indiana and the United States and to practice American English with our talented, all volunteer staff and teachers. We are happy to announce that there are no fees associated with our meetings and classes this year. Cornerstone Lutheran Church is continuing to generously support us financially and physically. Contact Carolyn for more information.
  • Classes and meetings are via Zoom
  • Physical meetings are at: Cornerstone Lutheran Church, 4850 E Main Street, Carmel, IN. 
  • International Friends Webpage: support and information about our classes
  • American English Quickstart Webpage: scripts and strategies for American English and culture
  • Follow our Updates to get current information by Email. We use follow.it.
  • Contact:  Carolyn Willard indyintlfriends@gmail.com

Registration: opens August 12, 2024
Calendar for the 2024-2025 year:
September 5, 2024 Meetings and Classes begin
November 27-29, 2024 Thanksgiving Break
December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025 Winter Break
April 4-April 11, 2025 Spring Break
May 9, 2024 Last Meeting Date

We follow a "lab school" format. This means that we apply cutting edge and best practices in American English and culture in all of our meetings. Please be aware that YOU are in control of what you learn as an adult. Your success is dependent on you. Thanks to Zoom we are able to offer classes to anyone anywhere. While in-person learning and interaction is often the best, Zoom or other virtual meetings offer a great opportunity to focus on specific details and invite what you are studying in your home or on the go.

Staff: International Friends staff are all volunteers. Their passion is helping people grow and communicate to have a good life in the American community. All staff take classes, study, and apply the best practices in education to speed learning and comfort. We love learning what you need and helping you achieve your specific and individual goals in the best way possible.

Concerns: Please talk to Carolyn Willard (indyintlfriends@gmail.com) with concerns regarding the program. Please talk to your teacher if you have questions about the class.

Materials and Fees: International Friends is grateful to Cornerstone Lutheran Church for providing facility, childcare, and financial support over the years. CLC financial support is covering this year’s program costs. Students are responsible for purchasing textbooks or other materials or amenities as required. 

Children: Children are welcome at our meetings. Your little ones are welcome to sit in with you as you study.

We welcome volunteers and student teachers. Contact Carolyn to get involved.

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