Effective Strategies for ESL Parent Involvement in Hampton Township School District
Discover the importance of parental involvement in ESL education, English proficiency levels, identification criteria, and program exit criteria in Hampton Township School District. Learn how to support your child's language development for academic success.
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ESL PARENT PRESENTATION 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR HAMPTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT
ESL IN HAMPTON TOWNSHIP: Dr. Sharon Smith Director of Special Education sharon.smith@ht-sd.org Mrs. Laura Bauer ESL Instructor Wyland/Poff/Central laura.whitman@ht-sd.org Mrs. Jun Angelini ESL Instructor HMS/HHS gee@ht-sd.org Ms. Katey Yurchick ESL Instructor Central katey.yurchik@ht-sd.org
PARENTS: Parental involvement is important to ensure the success of our students. We encourage parents to speak to their children in their home language; a child who is literate in his/her first language acquires the second language, in this case English, with fewer difficulties. A rich and stimulating linguistic environment at home, in any language, will ensure the academic and emotional success of our children.
ESL IDENTIFICATION CRITERIA WIDA ESL SCREENER ACCESS 2.0 FOR ELLS Given to new students (K-12) upon enrolling in the District State administered test given to all active ELL students in winter (January/February) by the ESL instructor
WIDA ACCESS SCORE REPORT You will receive these score reports during the summer for the test taken the previous school year.
EVERY CHILD PROGRESSES AT A DIFFERENT PACE Research shows that learning academic language takes longer than social language SOCIAL LANGUAGE 1-3 YEARS ACADEMIC LANGUAGE 3-7 YEARS
BUT MY CHILD SPEAKS ENGLISH! BICS CALP
ESL PROGRAM EXIT CRITERIA: Proficient scores in listening, speaking, reading, and writing on the ACCESS for ELLs test Final grades of C or better in cores subject areas or achievement on PSSA at basic level or higher Recommendation from ESL instructor and classroom teachers Student progress is monitored closely upon program exit for 2 years+
ESL SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL Integrated Setting ESL teacher and classroom teacher collaborate and plan together ESL teacher comes into the classroom and team teaches with the classroom teacher ESL students are provided appropriate supports Pull-Out Setting ESL teacher and classroom teacher collaborate and plan together ESL teacher works with students in a separate location in a small group/one on one setting
WHAT DOES ESL INSTRUCTION LOOK LIKE?: Extended time to practice and master skills Direct vocabulary instruction and practice Repetition Modified materials and readings where appropriate Using individualized supports and strategies to support content learning Frequent communication between ESL instructor and classroom teacher(s) Small group relaxed environment for learning and practice
DO ESL STUDENTS TAKE PA STATE ASSESSMENTS? YES! Depending on grade-level and length of time in USA schools, most students will take the PSSA test (reading, writing, and/or math) as well as the Keystone exams In some cases accommodations permitted include: word-to-word translations, extra time, and small group testing. This is decided on a case by case basis depending upon the student and other factors.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES: October 15 HAEE Walk (Hartwood Acres) October 28 Halloween Parades/Parties November 4 No School for Students November 10-11 Parent Teacher Conferences (Elementary) November 24-28 Thanksgiving Break December 22-January 2 Winter Break March- Elementary Open Houses
HOW CAN I HELP MY CHILD AT HOME? Talk about school regularly Use your surroundings for language development Read in English or in your language Look for opportunities to write Visit the Hampton Library
RESOURCES TO HELP YOUR LEARNER AND FAMILY: Middle School: 1. Teacher Websites 2. Infinite Campus 3. Homework Hotlinks 4. Homework Club 5. Math Lab (after school) 6. Translators Available 7. SAP Teams 8. School counselors 7. Extracurricular Activities High School: 1. Teacher websites 2. Infinite Campus 3. After-School Tutoring in HHS Library 4. Translators Available 5. SAP Teams 6. School counselors 7. Extracurricular activities Elementary Schools: 1. Teacher Websites 2. Conferences/Teacher Meetings 3. After-school clubs and activities to be involved in 3. Translators Available 4. SAP Teams 5. School Counselors
WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE HERE! Thank you for being here and for supporting your learner! Please know you can always reach out to your child s teachers with any questions or concerns.
