English Learner Education
ESL - English as a Second Language
About
Federal funds awarded under Title III support programs to address English language proficiency and academic achievement of English Learners (ELs), including the provision of language instruction educational programs (LIEPs), and activities that increase the knowledge and skills of teachers who serve ELs. Title III programs also provide enhanced instructional opportunities for immigrant children and youths.
Identification for Participation in a Language Instruction Program
For Families
- Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) – “English Learner Students and Limited English Proficient Parents”
- Parent Guide for English Learners
- Parent Guide for English Learners (Spanish)
- English Learner Family Tool Kit
- Guidelines for English Language Learners Participation in the Virginia Assessment Program
- Ensuring English Learner Students Can Participate Meaningfully and Equally in Educational Programs (Spanish)
- Ensuring English Learner Students Can Participate Meaningfully and Equally in Educational Programs
- Rights of Parents and Guardians who Do Not Speak, Listen, Read, or Write English Proficiently
- WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework
- Carroll County Public Schools Student Handbook (Spanish)
- Carroll County Public Schools Parent Engagement Policy
For Educators
- Handbook for Educators of English Learners with Suspected Disabilities
- Students with Limited and/or Interrupted Formal Education Guidebook
- Educator Toolkit-21st Century Supports for English Learners
- Newcomer Tool Kit
- Tools for Identifying English Language Learners
- Tools for Tools and Resources for Providing English Learners Equal Access to Curricular and Extracurricular Programs
- Tools and Resources for Creating an Inclusive Environment for English Learners
- Tools and Resources for Addressing English Learners with Disabilities
- Tools and Resources for Ensuring Meaningful Communication with LEP Parents
- WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework