English Language Learner’s Program

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Agenda October 18, 2017 Welcome and Introductions Overview of ELAC CELDT and ELPAC Testing ELL Program DELAC Volunteers? Questions -sign in -tutors available

Family Engagement Specialist Claudia Quiroga Help parents to navigate PAUSD by providing regular communication with parents to inform them about school and district events and opportunities. Also, to assist parents to develop a greater understanding of educational practice, policies and procedures.  Hours: Monday from 8:00 to 4:00pm and Wednesday from 8:00am to 10:30am and from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.   You can find me in the teacher’s lounge or call to (650) 856-0845 My email is cquirogacortez@pausd.org  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mi trabajo es ayudar a los padres a navegar en el PAUSD, proporcionar comunicación regular con los padres para informarles sobre los eventos y oportunidades de la escuela y del distrito. También ayudo a los padres a desarrollar una mayor comprensión sobre las practicas, políticas y procedimientos educacionales. Estoy en Fairmeadow: lunes de 8:00am a 4:00pm y miércoles de 8:00am a 10:30am y de 1:00pm a 4:00pm. Usted puede encontrarme en la sala de los profesores o llamar al (650) 856-0845. Mi correo electrónico es: cquirogacortez@pausd.org

What is ELAC? *ELAC = English Learner Advisory Committee *Who can be a member of ELAC?—any parent of an English Learner student *What are the responsibilities of an ELAC member? - Advise principal and staff on the school’s program for English language learners. - Advise the School Site Council on the development of the Single Plan for Student Achievement. - Bring about positive change! PTA president- how to get involved

Our Goals at Fairmeadow All students develop English Language proficiency. At the same time, they are mastering subject matter content. Progress is measurable and monitored closely. “Push-in” vs “Pull-out”

Push-In

Push-In

Push In

CELDT vs. ELPAC 2017-2018 school year ELPAC summative Given only to new students enrolled in California schools for the first time Administered within 30 days of enrollment Determines initial English Proficiency Level Given to all students identified as English Language Learners Administered between January and May Monitors student’s progress in English Proficiency

CELDT: California English Language Development Test 5 Levels 4 Domains 1. Listening 2. Speaking 3. Reading 4. Writing 1. Beginning 2. Early Intermediate 3. Intermediate 4. Early Advanced 5. Advanced Refer to white trifold

ELPAC: English Language Proficiency Assessment for California 4 Domains 1. Listening 2. Speaking 3. Reading 4. Writing 3 Levels Emerging Expanding Bridging

Student Support CELDT 1s and 2s will receive a primary language tutor for up to 28 hours. The six primary languages are: Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. CELDT 3s and 4s will receive small group support in their classrooms. Monitoring progress throughout the year using the ELPAC, ADEPT, District Assessments and teacher feedback.

When Will My Child Exit ELD? 1. IFEP Initial English Proficient 2. RFEP Redesignated Fluent English Proficient - Students in 2nd grade - 5th grade - Scored early advanced or advanced on the CELDT or Bridging on ELPAC - Performing on grade level in reading, writing, and math -EL Specialist, parent, principal, and teacher agreement - CAASPP score of nearly met or met standard I fep only after official score sent to us by the state. Rfep process

Free Web Resources Palo Alto Unified School District www.brainpop.com (EL section) District Login: pausd District Password: Talltree9 www.fossweb.com www.raz-kids.com www.starfall.com learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/ www.rif.org/kids/readingplanet/bookzone.htm Google Translate www.translate.google.com *Need help getting a computer? Palo Alto Unified School District https://www.pausd.org/programs/english-learner-program Refer to blue handout

Please help us elect our DELAC representative Please help us elect our DELAC representative. There are 3 meetings at the District Office (Aspen Room) from 5-7 pm November 19, 2017 February 7, 2018 April 25, 2018

Closing Topics for future meetings Timing for future meetings Questions Next meeting is in February Timing for future meetings

Thank you for coming to todays meeting!