EL Newsletter

This summer, take advantage of the break to go on amazing field trips! Your EL learners will learn a lot by engaging in exciting adventures. The article “40 Places to…

While summer is a time for fun, the learning doesn’t have to stop! Typical summer activities, such as going to the park or grocery store, can be engaging and educational….

What languages do you speak? The two languages I speak are English and Arabic. What is the best part about knowing more than one language? Being bilingual is such a…

English Language Learners will take the summative ELPAC this Spring. The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) is California’s assessment system that is used to determine the English language…

One tool that schools use to learn about learners and their academic progress is standardized tests. The following article, adapted from !Colorin Colorado!, explains basic features of these tests and…

Why is my EL student struggling with mathematics, and how can I help? I thought math was the same in every language. Language plays an important part in math instruction,…

Strengthening your writing skills is an important part of your academic progress. We have put together a three-week plan that includes weekly videos and resources that will help your learners…

English Language Learners will take the summative ELPAC this March. The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) is California’s assessment system that is used to determine the English language…

There is still time to prepare your EL learners for the summative ELPAC. Take a practice test with your learner. Sit next to them and work through the questions together….

iLEAD offers many resources to help our EL learners succeed. Please review the list below and reach out to your EF with any questions. BrainPOP EL  BrainPOP is a free…

Samuel Medina-Negrete, questions answered by mom and the learner. What languages do you speak?   English and Spanish What is the best part about knowing more than one language?  It…

Thank you for having your child(ren) participate in our ELD classes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:30! Tuesdays are for all grades TK-12th, and Thursday are for grades TK-5th. …

We hope you join us for our upcoming English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) meetings! The ELAC is a school-level committee of parents, staff, and community members designated to advise school…

Beginning in late February, English Language Learners will take the Summative ELPAC. The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) is California’s assessment system that is used to determine the…

When learners see themselves in the literature they are reading, it provides them with a reflection of their own culture. Good multicultural literature does not play into stereotypes but shows…

Adapted from: https://mccormickcenter.nl.edu/library/winter-celebrations/ Cultural differences should not separate us from each other, but rather cultural diversity brings a collective strength that can benefit all of humanity. ~ Robert Alan The winter holiday…

What languages do you speak? I speak English, Spanish, and a little German. What is the best part of knowing more than one language? Learning more than one language is…

Name/Role: Stephanie Casolara, EL Site Coordinator and EF Location: Yucca Valley Family: I have two boys, ages 7 and 10 that I independent study. Interests/Hobbies: I love to read, swim,…

We all know that reading is so important! Making it fun and interactive will only increase your child’s love for reading, which is the key to opening the other educational…

The Book with No Pictures by B. J. Novak (Stephanie Casolara’s Favorite) This hilarious book shows that a book doesn’t need pictures to be entertaining! My boys laughed throughout and…

The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo (Stephanie Casolara’s Favorite) It’s an amazing adventure about a brave mouse that saves a princess, a rat, and an entire castle. The author…

BrainPOP ELL is a comprehensive English language learning program for learners of all ages. It consists of short, animated movies as well as games, quizzes, and interactive features. It encompasses…

The EL team offers weekly synchronous instruction every Tuesday and additional classes on Thursday for grade TK-5th, all at 9:30! Have your learner join us every week for ELD, instruction…

What languages do you speak?  I speak Spanish and a little bit of Mandarin. What is a family tradition that you enjoy?  On Christmas we eat caramelized almonds that my…