Services and support
Sheltered Language Arts/English class
In sheltered classes, English is introduced in a way that can be understood by ELL students. The teacher uses English at the students’ level. The teacher often uses visual aids, concrete experiences, and manipulative materials. Students have the opportunity to develop the oral and written language skills they need to make academic progress. Students do not compete academically with native English speakers.
Small group sessions
Individual or small-group sessions may focus on basic English communication skills or on English for academic purposes.
In-class support (Inclusion)
ELL students are together with native-English speaking students in the same classroom. An ELL specialist is also in the classroom to support the ELL students. For example, the ELL specialist may provide guidance to the ELL students as they work on a group or individual assignment.
Tutoring
In tutoring sessions either during or after school, students receive various types of support. Depending on the program, this may include homework support, content area support, and/or extra English language instruction.
Leveled literacy intervention (LLI)
LLI is a reading program in which students work with reading teachers in small groups.
Reading recovery
Reading recovery is a reading program in which students work with reading teachers in small groups.
Imagine Learning
Imagine Learning is a computer program that helps students with reading skills.
After-school program
In these programs, students receive various types of support. Depending on the program, this may include homework support, content area support, and/or extra English language instruction.
Summer school program
ELL students are invited to participate in an exciting learning adventure with small class sizes and creative ways to learn. It offers a positive educational experience for every child.