English
as a Second Language (ESL) is offered at Avon Grove School District
at each level. The ESL curriculum is based on the TESOL
Standards for Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing and
the PA Academic Standards for Reading and Writing. The program is designed to provide
English Language Learners (ELLs) with direct instruction
in oral language development, reading/decoding, reading comprehension,
writing mechanics, expository writing, listening comprehension,
and background knowledge building through grade-level appropriate
content units. The
program includes computer-based instruction geared towards
ELLs. The goal is for students to become proficient
in the four skill areas: Listening,
Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Enrollment
in the program is determined by an English language proficiency
test administered to the appropriate students according to
their Home Language Survey. Students exit the program upon meeting
the state criteria for exit/monitor.
Procedural Manual
Developed 9-08
Table of Contents:
Section One: Program Description
A. About the ESL Program Binder
B. Statement of Program Goals
C. Student and Parent Orientation Process
D. Identification and Placement of English Language Learners
1. Screen Procedures
2. Assessment Process
3. Entry/Exit Criteria
E. Instructional Program
1. The Three-Part Test
2. Type of Program
3. Planned Instruction Standards
4. Amount of Time in ESL Classes by Proficiency Levels
F. Student Participation in Related and Extracurricular Activities
G.
Additional Services
1. Counseling
2. Special Education
H. Staff Development Related to the Program
I.
Community Involvement
- Program Planning
- Communication with Students’ Homes
- District Advisory Committees
- Complain Resolution Process
J. Program Evaluation Procedures
Section Two: Identification and Placement
A. The Home Language Survey
B.
ESL Student Data Sheet for Cumulative Record
C. Placement Model for LEP Students with Disabilities/Exceptionalities
D. Procedures For Informing Regular Education Teachers of PHLOTES Assignments
E. Parent Notification of Identification and Placement Form
Section Three: Assessment Including Standardized and Authentic Tools
A. ESL Assessment for Placement
B. Criteria for ELL Participation in State and District Assessments
Section Four: ESL/Classroom Teacher Communication
A. English Language Learner Teacher Notification Form 1
B. English Language Learner Teacher Notification Form 2
C. ESL Monitoring Tool
D. English Language Learner Exit Notification (English and Spanish)
E. Grading Procedures for ELL students
Section Five: Home/School Communication
A. School Welcome Letter
B. ESL Course Description for AGHS
C. Helping your Children Learn at Home, at School and in the Community (Parent Guide in Spanish and in English)
D. Complaint Resolution Process
E. Penn London Elementary School Progress Report for ESL Students in Kindergarten
F. Penn London Elementary School Progress Report for ESL Students by ESL Level in Grades One and Two
G. Avon Grove Intermediate School Progress Report for ESL Students
H. K-6 grade level Report Cards in Spanish
I. Procedures for Obtaining Translations and/or Translators
Section Six: Strategies and ESL Curriculum
A. Suggestions for Teaching English Language Learners at Various Stages
B. Strategies for Adapting Classroom Materials for ELL learners
C. Elementary Grades List of Main Resources
D. Secondary Grades List of Main Resources
E. Language Proficiency Standards for English Language Learners
Section Seven: Administrative Policy
A. Avon Grove School District’s Strategic Plan
B. School Board Adopted ESL Policy
C. ESL Teacher Job Description
D. ESL Coach Job Description
E. ESL Program Flow Chart
F. Administrative Organizational Chart
G. AGSD Professional Development Plan
