The University of Texas at Arlington
The University of Texas at Arlington is the third largest institution of the University of Texas System, and in Fall of 2005, had an enrollment of 25,352 students. It was founded in 1895, and became a part of The University of Texas System in 1965. The University's large amount of students pursue more than 180 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in an extensive range of disciplines, and many of the University's 1,100 faculty are not only recognized nationally and internationally for their teaching and research expertise, but also for their community service. The University prepares students for full, productive lives and informed and active citizenship.
Arlington Independent School District
Currently, more than 62,000 students are enrolled in the Arlington ISD, making it the 9th largest school district in Texas. Arlington schools prepare students for future employment and higher education through challenging academic programs and extra-curricular activities. They have close to 8,000 staff, and AISD has opened 17 new elementary campuses, two high schools and three junior highs since 1989. The AISD now includes 50 elementary schools, 12 junior highs, six high schools, a pre-kindergarten campus and five alternative schools.
As immigrants or refugees to Canada (or any other English speaking country) can attest, learning English as a second language can dramatically increase one's chances of success in creating a happy life in a new culture and country. Having the tools of communication at one's disposal can ease the transition. Learning English as a second language is an important step in acclimatizing to a new culture, and landing a well paying job. Taking an intensive English course in Canada or the U.S. can introduce one to a whole community of people that are going through the same things; students who share the same background can work together to study and practice speaking English in a friendly and supportive environment.
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