English Learners (EL)/Title III
Each year, CESA 3 Districts continue to enroll more English Learners and all teachers need to be prepared to work with English Learners and their English Language Proficiencies (ELP).
The English as a Second Language (ESL)/Title III Division at CESA 3 offers Professional Development opportunities that will enhance all teachers’ abilities to work directly with English Learners. With targeted Professional Development, districts can rest assured that teachers will be well prepared to plan and implement best practices for all students, regardless of their background, while implementing DPI requirements into their classrooms.
A new initiative from DPI will be requiring all Wisconsin districts to provide evidence at the classroom level of language objectives and LIEPs (Language Instruction Educational Programs). What this means is that the focus is shifting to recognize that ALL teachers are language teachers, regardless of if a teacher is teaching ELs or native speakers’ new content and academic vocabulary. This does not negate the need for ESL teachers, but rather provides clarity and focus for all districts to formulate robust, standards-based content and language objectives that will help ALL students reach academic proficiency in every content area.
The English as a Second Language (ESL)/Title III Division at CESA 3 is here to provide clear directions on Federal and State requirements and best practices for ELs. We look forward to providing you with the training and opportunities your teachers need to succeed!
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