A Framework for English Language Learners’ Success - Resource Supplement - English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) Academy

Oct 2, 2026

A Framework for English Language Learners’ Success presents the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) Academy Resource Supplement with an implementation-oriented structure for Texas educators. It includes detailed copyright and reproduction permissions for Texas public districts, charter schools, and residents, plus guidance on required use conditions for any reproduced portions. The document also outlines references and provides a chapter-based organization covering district responsibilities, student expectations, proficiency level descriptors, linguistically accommodated instruction, language objectives, and TELPAS alignment through grade-band listening, speaking, reading, and writing guidance.

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Chapter 74.4 English Language Proficiency Standards

(a) Introduction

Summaries of ELPS: Introduction, District Responsibilities and Student Expectations (subsection a, b, c)

Summaries of ELPS: Proficiency Level Descriptors (subsection d)

Understanding the ELPS Framework: (1) Linguistically Accommodated Instruction

Why the ELPS?

Language Objectives Aligned to Cross-Curricular Student Expectations (subsection c)

Guidelines for Linguistic Accommodations for Each Proficiency Level

ELPS-TELPAS Student Proficiency Profile

Performance-Based Activities

ELPS Linguistic Instructional Alignment Guide

Grades K-12 Listening

Grades K-12 Speaking

Grades K-1 Reading

Grades 2-12 Reading

Grades K-1 Writing

Grades 2-12 Writing

A Framework for English Language Learners’ Success English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) Academy Resource Supplement Copyright © Notice The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and may not be reproduced without the express written permission of TEA, except under the following conditions: 1) Texas public school districts, charter schools, and Education Service Centers may reproduce and use copies of the Materials and Related Materials for the districts’ and schools’educational use without obtaining permission from TEA. 2) Residents of the state of Texas may reproduce and use copies of the Materials and Related Materials for individual personal use only without obtaining written permission of TEA. 3) Any portion reproduced must be reproduced in its entirety and remain unedited, unaltered and unchanged in any way. 4) No monetary charge can be made for the reproduced materials or any document containing them; however, a reasonable charge to cover only the cost of reproduction and distribution may be charged. Private entities or persons located in Texas that are not Texas public school districts, Texas Education Service Centers, or Texas charter schools or any entity, whether public or private, educational or non-educational, located outside the state of Texas MUST obtain written approval from TEA and will be required to enter into a license agreement that may involve the payment of a licensing fee or a royalty. For information contact: Office of Intellectual Property, Texas Education Agency, 1701 N. Congress Ave. , Austin, TX 78701-1494 (512) 463-9270 or (512) 463-9713; email: [copyrights@tea.state.tx.us](copyrights@tea.state.tx.us) References August, D. and Shanahan, T. (2006) . Developing literacy in second-language learners: report of the national literacy panel on language-minority children and youth. Center for Applied Linguistics,Lawrence Erlbaum Associates: Mahwah, NJ. Chamot, A.U. & O'Malley, J.M. (1994) . The calla handbook: implementing the cognitive academic language learning approach . White Plains, NY: Addison Wesley Longman. Crandall, J. ed. 1987. ESL through content area instruction: mathematics, science, social studies. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall. Echevarria, J. , Short, D & Vogt, M. (2008) . Making content comprehensible. The sheltered instruction observation protocol. Boston, MA: Pearson. Hill, J. , & Flynn, K. (2006) . Classroom instruction that works with English language learners. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Krashen, S. (1982) . Principles and practices in second language acquisition. Oxford: Pergamon. 19 Tex. Admin. Code § 74.4 English Language Proficiency Standards Seidlitz, J. (2008).Navigating the ELPS using the new standards to improve instruction for English learners. San Antonio TX. Canter Press. Samway K. , & McKeon, D. (2007) . Myths and realities: best practices for English language learners. Portsmouth NH: Heineman. Snow, M. , Met, M. & Genessee, F. (1989) . A conceptual framework for the integration of language and content in foreign language instruction. TESOL Quarterly 23(2): 201-17. Texas Education Agency Student Assessment Division. (2010) . Educator guide to TELPAS. Austin, TX: TEA. 2 Tex. Edu. Code § 28.008 Advancement of College Readiness in Curriculum Table of Contents Chapter 74.4 English Language Proficiency Standards................................................................................4 Summaries of ELPS: Introduction, District Responsibilities and Student Expectations (subsection a, b, c) ....................................................................................................................................... 18 Summaries of ELPS: Proficiency Level Descriptors (subsection d)........................................................... 19 Understanding the ELPS Framework: (1) Li

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Who is allowed to reproduce and use the materials without obtaining permission from TEA?

Texas public school districts, charter schools, and Education Service Centers may reproduce and use copies for educational use. Texas residents may reproduce and use copies for individual personal use.

What conditions must be followed when reproducing any portion of the materials?

Any portion reproduced must be reproduced in its entirety and remain unedited, unaltered, and unchanged. Reproduced materials cannot be charged for, except for a reasonable cost covering reproduction and distribution.

What topics are covered in the chapter outline for the ELPS resource supplement?

The table of contents covers ELPS summaries, proficiency level descriptors, linguistically accommodated instruction, district responsibilities and student expectations, language objectives aligned to cross-curricular expectations, accommodations by proficiency level, TELPAS alignment, performance-based activities, and grade-band guidance for listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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