2009_fall_fed_pro_conf.pptVIP

ELL ASSESSMENT Language abilities need to be assessed. First, all four language modalities must be assessed: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Second, results should allow comparison with a student’s peers, which means at an age-appropriate grade level . ELL COORDINATOR Policy Implementation Person. Must be board approved. Policy may use a position title instead of a name. When using a position title, make sure a name is confirmed during a board meeting . Revise person or position’s job description to show assignment. Update Core Data, screen 3, August cycle. PARENTAL NOTIFICATION FORM When ELL s are present, LEAs must have copies of letters and forms sent in place. When ELLs are not present, it is best practice to have the form in place. May adopt: Sample form provided by DESE Sample cover letter provided by DESE May use school logo on these samples ELL PROGRAM When one or more ELLs are present, an LEA must have an ELL program: Services are detailed; Implementation detailed; Monitoring detailed; Evaluation detailed ; Research references definitions of terms are helpful . ENROLLING UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS An LEA is required to have documentation that a child has been immunized or is exempt from immunization because of religious beliefs or because of a medical contraindication determined by a physician. An LEA may also ask for proof of residency within the district, transcripts, and information verifying the student’s age. Birth certificates, hospital records, or affidavits are examples of documents that can be used to verify age. ENROLLING UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS (CONTINUED) Student should not be denied enrollment if the student or parent cannot or refuses to provide a birth certificate. do not have social security number. undocumented status. The role of the LEA is to educate all children. CHALLENGES FOR ELL FAMILIES New family structures Ethnic cultures and other social struggles Several low wage jobs to make ends meet Unemp