At the elementary level, students are included in all core content instruction but may participate in a small group led by their teacher, an ELD teacher or paraprofessional that “supplements” that instruction with extra support for their language development needs.
Guided by the state WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards, Common Core Grade Level Standards, and district curriculum, the ELD staff uses supplemental materials to facilitate English Language Development and to support grade level curriculum.
The type and amount of service received depend mainly on the proficiency status/overall level and domain levels of the student. We understanding that a student’s levels reflects the performance level at the time of placement test or annual test and that the progress in acquiring English language may vary. Other factors are also considered: length of attendance in U.S. schools, trimester progress reports, class summative and formative assessments, amount of parental support at home, etc.
