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Welcome to the ESL Parent Informational Meeting Ms. Sofos October 31, 2013

Welcome to the ESL Parent Informational Meeting Ms. Sofos October 31, 2013. Woodland Elementary School. Welcome to ESL!. Bien venidos a ESL!. What is ESL?. ESL is a state mandated program for students of bilingual homes who qualify for services.

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Welcome to the ESL Parent Informational Meeting Ms. Sofos October 31, 2013

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  1. Welcome to the ESL Parent Informational Meeting Ms. SofosOctober 31, 2013 Woodland Elementary School

  2. Welcome to ESL! Bien venidos a ESL!

  3. What is ESL? • ESL is a state mandated program for students of bilingual homes who qualify for services. • ESL teachers provide students with additional support in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English. • ESL teachers work closely with your child’s classroom teacher to ensure your student’s needs are being met. • ESL students are given a state mandated test (NYSESLAT) annually to assess their proficiency and growth in English acquisition.

  4. Home Language Questionnaire Qualifying for ESL Services How and why did my child qualify? Interview LAB-R Speaking Writing Listening Reading

  5. ESL Services ESL students receive 1 or 2 classes of intensive English language instruction depending on their level of English proficiency Beginner- 2 Classes Intermediate- 2 Classes Advanced- 1 Class

  6. I don’t speak English. How do I help my child with school? • Empty the homework folder every night. • Look at the homework and sign papers that need to be returned to the teacher. • If your child has tried to do the homework and still doesn’t know how, just write a note on the homework. • Questions? Write a note to your child’s teacher in your language. • READ, READ, READ or tell oral stories in your language!

  7. Stressing the importance of school • Arriving to school on time. • Having homework completed. • Checking the students folder every night. • Having a homework spot for your child with supplies. • Communicating regularly with your child’s teacher.

  8. Student Habits • Go to bed on-time • Eat well-balanced meals and snacks • Dress according to weather conditions • Be responsible with homework and school supplies • Rest time

  9. Family Time • Recreational Trips (Library, museum, book stores) • Dinner Time • Reading together • Ask about their day at school (what did you learn?, favorite part of the day?)

  10. Resources • Library • Computer Assisted Instruction (Websites & Links)

  11. www.colorincolorado.org/index.php?langswitch=en (provides resources in Spanish) http://www2.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/reader/index.html (provides guidance to parents to help their children read, Spanish translation)

  12. Thanks for Coming!! • Questions and Answers

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