English Language Learners

Courses

ESL Algebra Readiness: 02053-EL

Credits 1
This course is designed for Multilingual Learners to support the development of the mathematics and language skills necessary for success in Algebra I. Students experience number concepts and skills, algebra-readiness concepts and skills, proportional reasoning, and geometric applications of algebra. The goals of this course are twofold: to prepare learners for Algebra I and future math courses building the background knowledge by developing mathematics skills from correlated bridging standards and to develop students' academic language to communicate information, ideas and concepts in mathematics.

ESL Language I: 01008-I-EL

Credits 1
This course is designed to provide instruction and reinforcement for students to develop basic vocabulary and reading comprehension skills that will enable level 1 or 2 LEP students to understand vocabulary, phrases and expressions most commonly used in the English language. This course will also teach the fundamentals of grammar usage and mechanics for students acquiring basic English skills in speaking and writing. The student will participate in a variety of listening, speaking, reading and writing activities to gain an understanding of the English language.

ESL Language II: 01008-II-EL or 01008-II-EL-S1 or 01008-II-EL-S2

Credits 1
This course is designed to enable students who have mastered the basic fundamentals of reading comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills to develop those skills to a more proficient level, preparing the students to master the concepts needed to be successful in the traditional high school English curriculum. This course will provide instruction and reinforcement for students to develop vocabulary and reading comprehension skills to a greater fluency. It will include practice in higher levels of critical thinking to gain a greater understanding of the written and spoken word and instruction in basic literary devices commonly understood by a student entering a ninth grade English course. This course may be completed prior to enrollment in English 9 or as support in conjunction with English 9.

ESL Resource I: 01008-1-R-EL-S1 or 01008-1-R-EL-S2

Credits 0.5

This course is a semester-long class that offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource I: 01008-1-R-EL

Credits 1

This year-long course offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource II: 01008-II-R-EL-S1 or 01008-II-R-EL-S2

Credits 0.5

This course is a semester-long class that offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource II: 01008-II-R-EL

Credits 1

This year-long course offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource III: 01008-III-R-EL-S1 or 01008-III-R-EL-S2

Credits 0.5

This course is a semester-long class that offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource III: 01008-III-R-EL

Credits 1

This year-long course offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource IV: 01008-IV-R-EL-S1 or 01008-IV-R-EL-S2

Credits 0.5

This course is a semester-long class that offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Resource IV: 01008-IV-R-EL

Credits 1

This year-long course that offers time for students to complete content area homework, projects, study guides, and general assignments. New material presented includes mini lessons on the cultural, organizational, and conduct expectations related to positive school performance. Students also utilize time to practice concepts essential to success in other classes and to work collaboratively on projects to improve their language through conversation.

ESL Science: 98284

Credits 1
The purpose of this course is to introduce and develop language in science including important concepts in geology, weather, astronomy and experimental design for the English language learner. Basic vocabulary from the Earth Science curriculum and general concepts of experimental design will be investigated. Concrete, collaborative learning experiences will be emphasized. Students will engage in inquiry activities with an emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing in science including experimental design and scientific investigations. Basic questioning techniques, vocabulary quizzes, projects, lab reports and tests will be used to assess learning by students. Students will be provided with basic skills in support of the Earth Science Standards of Learning. This course may be completed prior to the enrollment in Earth Science or as support in conjunction with Earth Science.

ESL Social Studies: 98282

Credits 1
This course is designed to provide support in language acquisition for LEP students in the areas of social studies and geography. Skills and vocabulary supporting World History I will be taught and enriched with a variety of activities. This course may be completed prior to enrollment in World History I or as support in conjunction with World History I.