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ESL STUDENT

Become an English as a Second Language (ESL) Student.

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Congratulations for making the decision to attend Las Positas College! We've made it easy for ESL students to apply for admission and register for classes, all it takes is a few simple steps. Once you complete any step, your status will be updated the following day.

 

Upon submission of your admission application, an email will be sent to you within 48 hours.  This email will contain your Student ID Number (W#) and your Steps to Success.

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Questions?  Contact Admissions and Records

Once you have received your confirmation email containing your Student ID Number (W#) and Zonemail Email Address (please wait up to 48 hours from the time of application submission), please login to CLASS-Web and Zonemail.

  • CLASS-Web: Your personal student portal where most online services are performed – completion of your enrollment process, registering for classes, paying fees, viewing grades/transcripts, verifying financial aid information, etc.
  • Zonemail Email: Zonemail is your Las Positas College student email address.  All college communications will be sent to your Las Positas College’s Zonemail email address.

Instructions on How to Login to Class-Web and Activate Your Zonemail:

 

CLASS-Web Login

1. Access CLASS-Web

2. Click on Sign On to CLASS-Web

  • User ID: W Number or social security number
  • Pin: mmddyy (default PIN is set to your 6-digit birthdate)

3. Click the Steps to Success tab to access your to-do steps

Questions?  Contact Admissions and Records

Zonemail Login

1. Access the Zonemail Login Page

  • Email: Enter the Zonemail username found in your welcome email or via CLASS-Web
  • Password: mmddyyyy (default is set to your 8-digit birthdate)

Questions? Contact our Computer Center Support

 

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Financial Aid can help pay for enrollment fees, books, transportation, and other educational costs for eligible students.

Should I apply using the FAFSA OR the CA Dream Act Application?

 

Apply using the FAFSA

You are eligible to complete the FAFSA if you are a:

  • U.S Citizen
  • Permanent Resident
  • Eligible non-citizen
  • T Visa holder

Questions?  Contact Financial Aid Office

Apply using the CA Dream Act Application

You are eligible to complete the CADAA if you are:

  • Undocumented
  • Have a valid or expired DACA
  • U Visa holders
  • Have Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
  • Meet the non-resident exemption requirements under AB 540, SB 2000, SB 68

Questions?  Visit our Dream Center

 

The online orientation will introduce you to the college’s steps to success, academic and student support services, campus life and leadership, student conduct and rights, and campus safety and security. Completing the Online Orientation is a mandatory requirement to receive Priority Registration at Las Positas College.

Instructions on How to Sign-In to the Online Orientation:

 

CLASS-Web Login
  1. Sign on to CLASS-Web 
  2. Click on the Steps to Success tab
  3. Under Campus, select Las Positas College
  4. Click on Orientation Services

Questions? Contact the Counseling Department

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Please complete your in-person ESL assessment at the Assessment Center, located in Building 1600, Room 1642. The assessment evaluates reading and language use skills through a combined test. There are no time limits, so allocate sufficient time to finish.

Instructions for Taking Your ESL Assessment:

 

 

ESL assessments are conducted every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10:00 a.m. While appointments are not required, arriving at least 10 minutes early is recommended for a smooth check-in. Students arriving 15 minutes late or more will not be permitted to take the assessment.

Bring:

  • Valid photo ID: For identification purposes, a valid photo ID must be presented in physical form; digital copies will not be accepted.
  • Student ID (W#): If you have not received your W# via email, visit the Admissions & Records Office to obtain it or check your application status.

 

Please check the Assessment Center's Student Support Hours for updates before your assessment. Visit our Assessment Center link for the latest information.

Questions?  Contact Assessment Center

 

Attend a two-hour first semester planning session with a counselor to learn how to identify your goals, plan your college coursework, and help prepare you for your first day of class!

Completing the First Semester Planning Session is a mandatory requirement to receive Priority Registration at Las Positas College.

Instructions on how to schedule your First Semester Planning Session:

 

First Semester Planning Session

 

Questions? Contact the Counseling Department 

Note:  Appointments fill up quickly. If there are no appointments available, please visit the  Las Positas College Counseling Department webpage, to meet with a counselor for a 15-minute drop-in session.

All students are assigned a priority registration date (a day and time that you can begin registering for classes).  Those who have completed the steps above will be eligible to register earlier than other new students. You may register for courses at any time after your priority registration date. Upon registration, please pay your fees by the established deadlines to avoid being dropped from your classes.

Instructions on How to Register on Class-Web:

 

CLASS-Web Login
  1. Sign on to CLASS-Web 
  2. Click on the Steps to Success tab
  3. Under Campus, select Las Positas College
  4. Click on Add/Drop or Withdraw from Classes

Questions?  Contact Admissions and Records

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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT

English as a Second Language

LPC ESL Homepage

 

 

Link 

Courses

Credit (ESL) or Non-Credit (NESL) Courses

 

Link 

Skills

Courses by Skills

 

Link 

ESL Student Handbook
ESL Handbook

Know Your Rights (Education Code §78213)

All graduates of U.S. high schools have the right to take transfer-level English (English 1). Even if you take ESL classes, you can change your mind and enroll in English (class) at any point.

All English language learners have the right to take credit ESL classes. That means you can enroll in ESL (class) even if your placement test recommendation is Noncredit ESL or Adult School. This is just a recommendation. 

 
What if my class is too easy or too hard?

If a student begins a course and feels it is too difficult, they have the right to move down a level during the add/drop period of time (usually the first 2 weeks of classes). If they want to move up, a student can request a timed writing or other diagnostic test approved and assessed by two teachers. This can be done during the add/drop period to move up a level or at the conclusion of a course to skip a level in the sequence.

New Student Support Center

We are here to provide you with support as you navigate your Steps to Success. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you promptly, whether in person, over the phone, or via email.

New Student Support Center

 

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Explore your career path

Not sure of the academic program or career you would like to pursue at Las Positas College? Take a quick interest assessment that will give you, personal career matches based on your strengths. See which pathways are a good fit for you and quickly move into specific careers. Once you find a career you like, you can learn all about it with data on expected earnings, available jobs, daily tasks, job postings, top employers, relevant skills, and more.

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Academic & Career Pathways

Explore your path

Las Positas College's Academic and Career Pathways are groups of similar programs that are designed to help you select a program of study and speed your progress towards completion. You will find information on occupations and careers commonly associated with each program, including typical wages and the labor market demand for California.

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