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New Business and Reports to the Board |
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Subject:
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Office of English Learner Services Updates |
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ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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Goal 2: Instructional Excellence ACPS will ensure that all students have access to and engagement with high-quality instruction. Goal 3: Student Accessibility and Support ACPS will ensure students have equitable access to and engagement with programs and supports that reduce barriers to learning.
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Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable):
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File Attachment:
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Agenda Item Summary:
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This memo provides an overview of the English learner (EL) student population, EL Office supports, and EL best instructional practices, including Project GLAD, in Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS). |
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Background:
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The school division is committed to ensuring high-quality English Learner services for students and their families. All students enrolling in ACPS complete a Home Language Survey at the time of registration. If the Home Language Survey indicates that a language other than English is spoken in the home, students are assessed for English proficiency to determine eligibility for EL services. Parents and guardians of students found eligible have the right to accept or waive the services. English learner program services are language services designed to supplement the general education program and help students attain language proficiency in English and achieve academically. They are delivered directly to students in schools by qualified EL teachers. |
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Recommendation
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The Superintendent recommends that the School Board review the information in this Office of English Learner Services Updates memorandum. |
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Approvals:
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Dr. Pierrette Finney - Chief Academic Officer |
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Signed By: |
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Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt - Superintendent |
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