English Learners
Salem-Keizer Public Schools affirms the diverse languages and cultural heritages of all families in our community and our language programs respond to the strengths and needs of English learners.
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How We Serve English Learners
English Learner programs aim support students in developing English language skills, succeed academically, and overcome barriers that interfere with academic success.
Parents have the option to waive English Learners services at any time. Students who are on waivers are still required to take the English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) summative assessment.
Programs & Services for English Learners
ESOL
Supporting all students, regardless of primary language, in acquiring the English skills needed to achieve academic success.
Migrant Education
Providing comprehensive high-quality educational services to children of essential working families.
Dual Language
Integrates English Learners and English dominant students to developing culturally-aware, multilingual students.
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Translation & Interpretation
Helping students and families access and understand district services in their primary language.
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English Learners Program Progression
Native Language Community School Outreach Coordinators (CSOCS)
Arabic
Ali Al Omrani
Office Phone: 503-779-9528
Cell Phone: 503-507-7448
Chuukese
Ann (Maria) Omwere
Office Phone: 503-300-7321
Cell Phone: 503-507-0335
Dari-Pashtu
Safia Ferozi
Office Phone: 503-399-3258
Cell Phone: 971-209-5515
Marshallese
Lisa Brokken
Office Phone: 503-383-6215
Cell Phone: 971-704-7387
Russian
Natalya Gritsenko
Office Phone: 503-877-1508
Cell Phone: 503-507-8824
Swahili
Rahel Owenya
Office Phone: 971-337-2951
Cell Phone: 503-507-0159
English Learners Report
The State of Oregon 2021-2022 Oregon English Language Learner Report is now available.