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The goal of ESL programs is for English learners to attain full proficiency in English in order to participate equitably in school. The information below highlights the process of identifying English learners (ELs) .  \nHome Language Survey  \nIdentification  \nAdministered to all students upon enrollment Student assessed if survey shows a language other than English  \nAssessment  \nPlacement  \nLanguage Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC)  \nState-Approved Bilingual Education Programs  \n(Reference bilingual education program document)  \nState-Approved ESL Programs  \nESL Content-Based ESL Pull-Out  \nConvenes to determine eligibility and identifies student as English learner  \nSends written notification to parents Parents accept or deny services  \nData Review  \nData review based on results from:  \nTexas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) or other academic achievement assessments Teacher classroom observations and documentation  \nLPAC reclassification decisions based on the English Learner Reclassification Criteria Chart  \nMonitoring after Reclassification   \nWritten notification sent to parents for approval to exit ESL program Student placed in general education classroom upon parent approval Student monitored for two years by LPAC with annual written notice of progress sent to parents  \nCopyrighted ©2018 Texas Education Agency  \nEnglish Learner Services  \nWhat is the purpose of the English as a Second Language (ESL) program?  \nESL programs are designed to make grade level academic content accessible to English learners. ESL programs target English language development, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, through academic content instruction that is linguistically and culturally responsive. This means that the ESL program uses the academic, linguistic, and cultural background of English learners as a platform for acquiring grade level content material in English.  \nWhat are the state-approved ESL program models?  \nIn Texas, there are two state-approved ESL program models:  \n\n| Program Model Type | Goal | Instruction |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Content-Based ESL | English learners will attain full proficiency in English in order to participate equitably in school. | English learners receive all content area instruction (English language arts and reading, mathematics, science, and social studies) by ESL certified teachers. |\n| Pull-Out ESL |  | A pull-out model can be implemented within the English learner’s classroom, or the English learner may be provided his or her English language arts and reading instruction by an ESL certified teacher in another classroom setting. |\n\nWhat are the benefits of an ESL program?  \nAcademic instruction is provided by teachers who  \n• are trained in effective second language acquisition methods;  \n• understand the specific language needs of English learners and how to address them;  \n• recognize the benefits of an English learner’s academic, cultural, and linguistic background; and  \n• can adapt instruction, pacing, and materials to target an English learner’s language proficiency level.  \nLinguistic accommodations on state assessments can be provided as needed.  \nMeaningful participation in subjects such as art, music, and physical education will be provided alongside grade level peers.  \nWhat instruction will my child receive in an ESL program?  \nYour child will develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in English through the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) in conjunction with their grade level academic instruction in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) of all content areas including English language arts and reading, mathematics, science, and social studies.  \nH","cbCaimakJtrRhYQw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimakJtrRhYQw","pdf",219312,"English","# Home Language Survey and Identification\n## Placement and LPAC Process\n# State-Approved ESL Program Models\n## Content-Based ESL\n## Pull-Out ESL\n# Benefits and Instruction\n## Skills targeted in ESL\n# Parent Support and Participation\n## Coordinating other services\n# Reclassification and Monitoring After Exit","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the ESL program?\",\"answer\":\"The ESL program makes grade-level academic content accessible while targeting English language development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing through linguistically and culturally responsive instruction.\"},{\"question\":\"How are English learners identified and placed into the ESL program?\",\"answer\":\"A Home Language Survey is administered to all students upon enrollment, followed by language proficiency assessment and LPAC review to determine eligibility and provide written notification to parents.\"},{\"question\":\"What happens after a student is reclassified and exits the ESL program?\",\"answer\":\"After parent approval to exit, the student is placed in general education classrooms and monitored for two years by the LPAC, with annual written notices of progress sent to parents.\"}]","ESL Program - English as a Second Language - Identification, Placement, and Benefits | PDF",1790980635]