How It Works

Each Explorer receives two connected weekly learning experiences. 

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1.  Table Time 

One weekly 1-hour small-group lesson

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Each PGH English Explorer group begins when four

Explorers make a commitment to learn together.

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This 4-person group structure creates the ideal balance of:

* meaningful participation

* friendship and connection 

* personal attention

* strong group energy

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Explorers may form their own group by inviting others to join them, or Miss Alisa may help form a group based on age, learning needs, and schedule.  

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This group formation becomes each Explorer's first challenge -- an invitation to practice curiosity, courage, openness, and new connection. 

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During Table Time, Explorers build skills in:

*Conversation. *Listening  * Reading. *Writing. *Vocabulary. *Confidence

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2. Expedition Time 

One weekly 3-hour guided exploration outing

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Explorers step beyond the table and into meaningful real-world experiences throughout the Pittsburgh region. 

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Each week's lesson and outing are thoughtfully connected through a focused seasonal theme, allowing English to come alive through observation, conversation, and shared discovery.  

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Examples may include:  parks and nature walks, libraries, museums, gardens, cafes, cultural events, seasonal outings.

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Who It's For

PGH English Explorer is a bridge-building learning community that brings people together across cultures, generations, and backgrounds. 

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With one arm reaching toward international Explorers and the other toward local individuals and families, we create meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and build friendships together. 

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The program is especially meaningful for:  

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International Explorers

Children, teens, college students, adults, visiting scholars, and families seeking greater confidence, connection, and belonging through English.

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American Children & Families

Children and families who value curiosity, meaningful conversation, and cross-cultural friendship --- and who desire to build bridges of understanding, hospitality, and community with people from around the world.  

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Adult Explorers

Adults seeking community, conversation, cultural connection, and continued growth through meaningful learning experiences.  

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Group Structure is Small Groups

of 4 Explorers

This structure allows each Explorer to:  

           * participate fully    

* receive personal attention.    

* build friendships    

* grow in confidence

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Membership in a Learning Community

PGH English Explorer invites individual Explorers and families into a thoughtfully designed learning community.  

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Monthly tuition secures:

* a reserved place in a 4-person Explorer group

* participation in a complete learning cycle

* access to Miss Alisa's personalized guidance

* weekly theme-based learning and exploration

* belonging within an ongoing community of Explorers

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Tuition reflects far more than attendance at individual lessons or outings. 

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It represents participation in a meaningful educational journey built on continuity, commitment, community, and shared discovery. 

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Monthly Tuition $200 per Explorer

Includes:  

* 4 monthly Table Time lessons

* 4 monthly Expeditions

* Personalized guidance

* Small-group learning community

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Guest passes may be available for select outings. 

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Child Expedition Policy

For the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all child Explorers, each child participant must be accompanied by a parent or designated guardian during all outings. 

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Families provide their own transportation to and from each outing location.  

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Ready to Explore?

If you are interested in becoming part of an Explorer group, or forming an Explorer group, I would love to connect with you.  

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Let's discover the treasures waiting in real-life learning experiences!

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___ Miss Alisa 

       Founder, PGH English Explorer