English Language Learners (ELL), also called English as a Second Language (ESL), have the right to equal opportunities at school. This means there are rules about how a school has to help these students be successful in the classroom.
Find a way to talk to parents in their own language and find ways for them to be a part of their children’s education.
Let parents know within 10 days when their child is identified as an ELL student.
Describe to the parents what services are offered and the goals a student needs to meet to complete the program. The school also has to let parents know that they have the right to refuse these services.
Let parents know if the program for ELL students does not meet the yearly goals.