Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
11/10/2023 - 7:00 PM  
Category:
Teaching, Learning and Leadership  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
English Learner Updates  
ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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.
Goal 5: Family and Community Engagement
ACPS will ensure that all families and community members feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
 
Policy:
IA - Instructional Goals and Objectives  
Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable):
 
File Attachment:
231110_Board Brief_English Learner Updates_v1.pdf
 
Agenda Item Summary:
This Board Brief is an overview of English Learner programming and priorities for the 2023-2024 school year.  
Background:
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.  
Recommendation
The Superintendent recommends that the School Board review the information in this English Learner Services School Board Brief.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Dr. Pierrette Finney - Chief Academic Officer
Signed By:  
Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt - Superintendent