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Community Based English As A Second Language | Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI)

Refugee Connection Center

3200 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

Eligibility

Call for details

Required documents

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Hours

Class hours may vary call for more details
(515) 271-7411
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Alternate Number

(515) 271-7335
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Main Phone

Application process

Call to set up an appointment for registration Monday : 12:00pm - 2:00pm Tuesday: 10:00am - 12:00pm Wednesday: 12:00pm - 2:00pm Thursday: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Fees

None

Service area

Dallas County, IA Polk County, IA Warren County, IA

Offers classes to empower former refugees as they overcome the language and cultural changes they face after arriving in the U.S. LSI offers accessible English classes and opportunities for participants to develop the cultural awareness and guidance they need to thrive in their new home. Registration and testing usually take 45 minutes to an hour. It is helpful if potential students bring and ID to make sure their names are spelled correctly.

Last assured

04/06/2026

Providing organization

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI)

Offers early childhood programming; clinical services, including Behavioral Health Intervention Services and therapy; services for people with disabilities, including hourly and daily supported living; and immigrant/refugee community services.