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August 15, 2011
ELS USA LOCATIONS
1000 River Road, Robison Hall, 4th Floor
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.:
(201) 907-0004
On the campus of: Fairleigh Dickinson University [Metropolitan Campus]
ELS/Teaneck is situated on the campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University, a short distance from the city center. Just 30 minutes from the excitement of New York City, Teaneck is located in a beautiful and safe area. Teaneck’s ethnically diverse community is a welcoming environment for international students.
| Location | Minutes | Transportation Method |
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| Airport | 25-60 |
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| Bank | 30 |
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| Downtown Area | 5 |
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| Post Office | 30 |
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| Restaurant(s) | 2 |
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| Shopping Mall/Outlet | 5 |
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| Supermarket | 5 |
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| Bus Stop/Subway | 10 |
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Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Students use a bus to come to school, which usually includes a transfer at the Hackensack bus terminal.
| Price per Session | $1010 |
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| Occupancy | Single |
| Minimum Age | 14 |
| Airport Pickup | $165 - 215 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit 14 meals per week |
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Shared on campus dorm room. Shared suite-style bathrooms. Rooms include bed, desk, lamp, dresser, closet and micro-fridge (combined microwave and small refrigerator). Linens are also included. Students clean their own rooms during their stay. Laundry room is available in the same building (free usage).
Security: Building locked at all times. Front door is accessed with swipe card. Rooms are accessed with a key. There are 2 resident assistants: 1 male & 1 female.
Important - Students must be prepared to complete health forms prior to arrival. See Arrival Details section for more details.
Summer dorm price is in effect during Sessions 6, 7, 8
| Price per Session | $1230 - 1325 |
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| Occupancy | Double, - Summer dorm price is in effect during Sessions 6, 7, 8 |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Airport Pickup | $165 - 215 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit No meals included |
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Center Director
I am committed to education and learning. My philosophy of education is that I do not teach subjects. I teach students to love to learn.
I have a Master of Arts in Teaching from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck NJ campus, and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Lehman College, CUNY. I have worked as a Long-Term Elementary/Middle School Substitute teacher, and I currently serve as a member of my local River Vale Board of Education. I was elected to the County Executive Board of Education for three consecutive 3-year terms. I have been a District Manager of the Girl Scouts of the USA in The Hague, Netherlands; in West Des Moines, IA; and in River Vale, NJ as well as a Troop Committee Chairman for USA Boy Scouts in River Vale, NJ.
I grew up in New York City, which is a multi-cultural area. I have lived in New York; Washington, DC; Maryland; Iowa and now New Jersey. I also spent nine years living in Holland (The Netherlands) and was fortunate to have the opportunity to travel and experience many cultures. I understand Dutch, and although I have not spoken it in many years, my comprehension is fair.
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I decided to come to ELS Teaneck because I have family living near the center. At first, I was a little worried – new school, new teachers, new house, and new country. However, my first day here, I felt something special. I love the teachers, the new friends from different countries, the trips to New York, the parties for new students. I feel like these “new” people are like a family. If you need help, they help you. I f you have a problem; they do everything to solve it. The most important thing is they really know how to improve your English. I suggest that everyone come here and see how great this family is!
April 11, 2013
Master's Level Students go back in time and apply Folklore to their experience.
April 11, 2013
Students in Beta Johnson's English & Food class enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine at Toros.
March 14, 2013
Master's Level students enjoy their fantastic visit to the Museum of Natural History.
February 26, 2013
English Language Centers -Teaneck, Manhattan, Riverdale and Garden City attend a special event held at the United Nations. ELS-Teaneck students listen attentively to U.N. Secretary General, Mr. Ban Ki Moon.
February 26, 2013
Last session, the Master’s Language Skills classes focused on American history and our students had an opportunity to speak with some of the survivors of the Holocaust who escaped Nazi Germany and came to live in the US.
January 24, 2013
In the aftermath of the Sandy Hook Massacre, ELS-Teaneck students made "snowflakes" in an effort to show solidarity with the victims' families, friends, and community.
January 4, 2013
Students who helped out the Academic and Center Directors translating the “Letter to Student” into seven different languages were taken to dinner at the local Cheesecake Factory restaurant.
January 4, 2013
In session 13, the Language Studies Class in Master’s Levels focuses on Peace Corps. This session, the students were visited by a Peace Corps Volunteer, Nathan Snyder, who talked about his time spent in Suriname (formerly, Dutch Guyana).
January 4, 2013
Dr. La Perla visited our students to talk about dental hygiene.
December 20, 2012
After viewing Radio City Music Hall's "Christmas Spectacular Show," ELS students strut and pose in front of world famous, Rockefeller Center!
December 20, 2012
Students in Brigid Lundy's class exchange delightful conversations with Americans.
December 14, 2012
Students tour the United Nations. There, they were able to learn the intracacies of the United Nations Organization.
December 14, 2012
"We become a melting pot but a beautiful mosaic. Different people, different beliefs, different yearnings, different hopes, different dreams." - Jimmy Carter
December 14, 2012
Students had a wonderful experience picking pumpkins in Demarest, New Jersey.
December 6, 2012
ELS ~ Teaneck visits the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. It was a day of mourning and reflection.
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