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ELL Parent Orientation Gateway School District. Introduction to Ms. Loielo. Lived in Philadelphia, Tampa, Australia, Dominican Republic, and PITTSBURGH! Entering 8 th year as a teacher Certificate in English 7-12 and ESL K-12. Introduction to Gateway School District.
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Introduction to Ms. Loielo • Lived in Philadelphia, Tampa, Australia, Dominican Republic, and PITTSBURGH! • Entering 8th year as a teacher • Certificate in English 7-12 and ESL K-12
Introduction to Gateway School District • The mission of the Gateway School District, in cooperation with parents and other members of the community, is to provide quality educational opportunities for all students, to promote academic excellence in a safe and caring environment, to enhance self-confidence through personal responsibility, and to develop life-long learners who will be productive citizens in a diverse and changing world.
ESL Program Goals • To use English to communicate in school and social settings. • To use English to achieve academically in all content areas. • To use English in socially and culturally appropriate ways.
Instruction • Where: ESL room and regular classroom • When : Daily • How : Individuals and small groups Thematic Units Cooperative Learning • What : Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking and Thinking • Resources: Books, News, Technology, Songs, Games, Plays, Pictures
What you can do!!! • Check assignment books and backpacks. • Complete and return forms promptly. • Schedule a routine time for reading **20 minutes a day even in home language** • Contact teachers with questions and concerns. • Attend conferences.
Additional Assistance AIU Adult English as a Second Language Program 1401 Forbes Avenue, Suite 225 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 phone: (412) 281-4494 email: adultesl@aiu3.net Carnegie Library ESL programs http://www.clpgh.org/research/languages/esl.html Health Insurance http://www.chipcoverspakids.com ESL School Laws of PA http://www.education.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/english_as_a_second_language/7529 Resources for Immigrants and Internationals http://www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/imm-intern/index.aspx
Thank you for coming. Thank you Arigato Danke Gracias Please Contact me Ms. Krysten Loielo Email: kloielo@gatewayk12.org Phone: 412-373-5742 ext 123 Salamat Obrigada Xie xie Mahalo Khawp Khun Spacibo Juspajarana