About half of them are designated as having a limited proficiency in English. But about 100 Vietnamese students participate in the after-school program, which is open to all students. About 40 Parkview students also take part in the Saturday school, which includes students from other district schools. In past years, about 20 percent of Project ABLE's regular class instruction was conducted in Vietnamese. But the school switched to all-English instruction during regular hours this year to comply with the Unz initiative.
Teachers use gestures and pictures to help children understand English words and concepts.
Parents are expected to make a significant commitment to the project. They must provide transportation for children to and from classes. But parents' involvement goes beyond paying tuition and providing transportation. Parents often provide teachers with after-school snacks and raise funds for the program. Wong says that much of the equipment and materials in her classroom were donated by parents.