The goal of the English Language Development (ELD) Program is to help limited-English-proficient (LEP) students develop their English skills and their self-confidence in their ability to function successfully at school and in the community. Students whose first language is not English are assessed to determine their English proficiency and their readiness to successfully participate in the English-taught curriculum. Those students who are found to be LEP are further tested for placement in the ELD Program. Whether LEP students are fully mainstreamed or participate in the ELD program, they receive support to help them succeed. Instruction in the district is in English. Support services are available in the primary language as needed, including peer tutoring and work with instructional aides.
ELD 1-2 Year Course 10 Credits
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Placement is determined by a series of English placement tests administered by the ELD
department.
ELD 1-2, a two-period course, is designed to introduce American English to students with little or no English. Students will develop and/or improve their ability to listen to native speakers of English with understanding, to produce the basic sounds of English, to communicate basic needs and ideas both orally and in writing, to read simple English, and to participate in the American school system.
Graduation Requirement: Elective
UC/CSU a-g Requirement: none
ELD 3-4 Year Course 10 Credits
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Placement is determined by a series of English placement tests administered by the ELD department and or successful completion of ELD 1-2. Only one year of ELD 3-4 may be used to satisfy the English requirement for college admission.
ELD 3-4, a two-period course, is an intensive language development course designed as the bridge to mainstream English for intermediate students. This course has a heavy emphasis on writing and literature and provides an experience equivalent to English 1-2 CP. Students in this course also continue their English development in the areas of speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary.
Graduation Requirement: English
UC/CSU a-g Requirement: b
ELD READING 1-2; 3-4 Year Course 10 Credits
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Placement is determined by a series of English placement tests administered by the ELD department.
Students transfer reading skills from their first language to English and improve them. Non-readers learn reading skills. Students take the level of reading that matches their ELD levels.
Graduation Requirement: Elective
UC/CSU a-g Requirement: none
ELD TRANSITIONAL 1-2 Year Course 10 Credits
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: Completion of ELD 3-4. Student must take this course concurrently with their mainstream English class.
This course is designed to support mainstreamed LEP students, especially in their English class, but also in other academic subjects. In addition, students work on vocabulary development, writing, and study skills.
Graduation Requirement: Elective
UC/CSU a-g Requirement: none
