Our students
are from over 75 countries.
Our English as a Second Language Program, is one of the largest in Missouri, with Missouri state-certified Adult Education and Literacy instructors who provide free, quality education to adult immigrants and refugees from the metro area. With our programs, these individuals can fulfill their dreams of citizenship and avail themselves of full civic participation. Many students go on to enroll in workforce development programs to achieve their personal and career goals. We’re proud these programs help ensure students earn a living wage.
Our programs
serve adult learners at all levels.
English Language/Literacy Classes (Levels 1-8)
High School Equivalency (frmly GED) Test Prep
Citizenship Classes
Basic Computer Classes
Career Preparation
Workforce Training & Certifications
Achieving a Dream
Mohamed is a refugee from Somalia, who has been in the Kansas City area for four years and attending ESL. He earned his Forklift Certification a few years ago but wanted to improve his earning potential to better support his family of seven. So he enrolled in Metropolitan Community College, earned his commercial driving license (CDL), and began working as a driver as well as driving for Uber to earn extra money. His brother also earned his CDL license, and together they saved enough money to purchase their own rigs. Last May, the two brothers started their own trucking business, “Midwest Freight Systems”. Mohamed's next goal is to become a homeowner, making his family even more independent. Mohamed’s ESL instructor says of him:
“He is one of the most dedicated students I've worked with, and nearly always attends class - even when he is stuck on the road. If he has a layover on a job, he will attend our Zoom class in the morning via his tablet. One morning, his truck had broken down the night before, and he still attended class - even though he had spent the night in the cab of his truck with no heat. Luckily, a tow truck and mechanic arrived to help him while we were online. I am very proud of Mohamed. He is a true inspiration to all the students, and he's an inspiration to me.”
Thanks to ESL instructor Renée for sharing this inspiring story!
Student Success
We're proud of the many Don Bosco graduates who are working in area hospitals and nursing facilities after completing the training to become Certified Nursing Assistants:
-100 hours of clinical work with nursing home patients
-75 hours of classroom/lecture work
-passing a state board exam, and clinical observation
Taking The Next Step
Eyob and his wife came to America from Ethiopia 7 years ago.
“Working in the healthcare field was something I had always wanted to do. In 2018, part of my dream was realized when with the help of Don Bosco, I received my Certified Nurse Assistant training. Working as a CNA enabled me to be accepted into Penn Valley Community College’s Certified Med Tech Program. I can not express how happy this has made me. In my heart, I feel that I am now an American. And as an American, I want to share my passion for helping others.
I am forever grateful to Don Bosco and every one of the teachers that have helped me along the way.”
