K-12 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)/Sheltered Instruction

• Teachers use English as the language of instruction in all subjects, including reading and writing
• Subjects are taught using sheltered instruction strategies to help students learn English and subject matter information at the same time
• Teachers with ESOL endorsement
• Students receive English Language Development (ELD) instruction on a consistent basis

Two-Way Immersion Bilingual (Dual Language)

• Subjects taught in both English and Spanish according to the model
• The goal of the program is that all students, both native English and native Spanish-speakers, become bilingual and bi-literate and develop cultural competence
• Spanish bilingual instructional assistant when available
• Other subjects taught using sheltered instruction strategies following district K-5 Two-Way Immersion (Dual Language) instructional program
• Students receive English Language Development (ELD) instruction on a consistent basis

Transitional Bilingual – Early Exit (Literacy Squared)

• Literacy taught in Spanish grades K-5th decreasing in time according to the grade level (Literacy Squared) (4th/5th grade currently not available at all schools)
• English Literacy taught K-5
• Students receive English Language Development (ELD) instruction on a consistent basis
• Other subjects taught using sheltered instruction strategies following district K-5 Early Exit instructional program
• Teachers with bilingual and ESOL endorsements provide support in native language to clarify ideas and concepts
• Bilingual instructional assistant support when available

Newcomer Center

• Providing academic support for students new to country
• Reading and writing taught in Spanish for Spanish native speakers – only at Middle School
• Other subjects taught using English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) strategies
• Teachers with bilingual/ESOL endorsement
• Students receive English Language Development (ELD) instruction on a consistent basis

Students in self-contained special education classrooms receive ELD from their teacher or an ESOL endorsed teacher.