Learning to Speak English and Learning Academic English

English Language
Learner Education
Handbook 

Home Language Survey

English Proficiency Test

English Proficiency Levels 0-5

Learning to Speak English
and Learning Academic English

The Instructional Program

ELL Program Scheduling, 
Progress, Exit and FLEP

How Parents can Help

While most identified students need instruction in ESL for three years or less, the amount of time a student needs to become proficient in English depends on many factors, such as, initial level of English proficiency, prior pre-school or school background, and sense of community belonging. Successful students master English for social and academic purposes. Successful ELL students also master English for social and academic purposes, and develop bilingual or multi-lingual skills, abilities, and habits of mind. This process is part of a life-long journey in school, in which it is hoped they will develop their home language, or learn another language in addition to English.