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State and federal laws and rules govern the identification, screening, and services of EL students. As this process can be complex, this guidance has been drafted to assist district administrators and district data entry specialists better understand procedures involved in the identification and screening process of a student as well as how to enter EL data accurately into the state’s Student Information System (SIS) . Accurate data ensures a continuity of services if and when students move from district to district. In addition, there are funding implications that rest on the data submitted to SIS.  \nHow to Use This Guidance  \nThis guidance document is arranged into three sections:  \n1) Identification Procedures including Home Language Survey, Screening, and Parent Notification  \n2) Data Submission in ISBE’s Student Information System  \n3) District Identification, Screening, and Data Submission Frequently Asked Questions.  \nThe first provides background information and context for district administrators over the identification and screening processes including the Home Language Survey (HLS) and proper screening and notification procedures. The second provides step-by-step instructions for entering EL data into SIS with explanations of the various fields, timelines, and when certain codes should be used. Finally, there is a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section to address some of the most common questions that ISBE receives related to identification, screening, and data entry for ELs.  \nContents  \nHow to Use This Guidance ............................................................................................................................ 2  \nKey Programmatic Definitions ...................................................................................................................... 7  \nSection 1. Identification Procedures including Home Language Survey, Screening, and Parent Notification...................................................................................................................................................................... 8  \nHome Language Survey ............................................................................................................................ 8  \nState and Federal Requirements.......................................................................................................... 8  \nHow to Implement and Interpret the HLS............................................................................................ 8  \nKey Points in Creating a Standardized Process .................................................................................... 9  \nUnderstanding the HLS Questions ....................................................................................................... 9  \nReviewing the HLS Prior to Screening .................................................................................................. 9  \nChanges to the HLS or Suspected Errors ............................................................................................ 13  \nPrior to Screening Flow Chart ............................................................................................................ 14  \nEvaluating the Home Language Survey to Determine a Student’s EL Screening Needs ........................ 15  \nExemptions to the Required Screening of Students with a Language Other than English ................ 15  \nScenarios to Assist Districts with Determining When to Screen a Student ....................................... 17  \nSummary ........................................","cbCaii2YgHHBO5n9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaii2YgHHBO5n9","pdf",2931303,"English","# How to Use This Guidance\n# Key Programmatic Definitions\n# Section 1. Identification Procedures including Home Language Survey, Screening, and Parent Notification\n## Home Language Survey\n## State and Federal Requirements\n## How to Implement and Interpret the HLS\n## Key Points in Creating a Standardized Process\n## Understanding the HLS Questions\n## Reviewing the HLS Prior to Screening\n## Changes to the HLS or Suspected Errors\n## Prior to Screening Flow Chart\n## Evaluating the Home Language Survey to Determine a Student’s EL Screening Needs\n## Exemptions to the Required Screening of Students with a Language Other than English\n## Scenarios to Assist Districts with Determining When to Screen a Student\n## Summary\n## General Screening Information\n## Rules\n## Assessment Administration\n## Grade-Specific Screening Information\n## Determining the Appropriate Grade-Level Cluster for Screening Potential English Learners\n## Parent Notification and Timeline\n## Parent Notification Letter\n## SIS Data Entry\n## SIS Sections for All Students\n## SIS Tab – Demographic\n## Race/Ethnicity\n## EL Screener\n## Seal of Biliteracy Awards","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of this ISBE guidance for English learner students?\",\"answer\":\"It supports district administrators and data entry specialists in correctly understanding EL identification and screening procedures and accurately entering EL data into the state’s Student Information System (SIS). 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