English as a Second Language (ESL): Grades K-8
Upon registration, students at English Language proficiency levels 1-4 qualify for English language learner services (ESL). In this model, students receive ESL instruction in a pull-out setting according to Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's (DESE) guidelines. Students are taught academic English through a standards-based ESL curriculum according to their language proficiency and grade level.
Annual English Assessment and Reclassification
Each school year, all English Learners (EL) take the ACCESS 2.0 assessment to determine English language proficiency in speaking, reading, writing and listening. Students may exit ESL services when they achieve a 4.2 overall score, as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
Related Links
- Multilingual Learner Programs
- Release of English Learner Education Records Form
- Resources for Families of English Learners
- Afterschool & Summer Programs
- International Families & Student Center
Location & Contact Information Department of Multilingual Learner Education
135 Berkshire Street, Cambridge, MA
617.349.6468
Beth Kershner, Director of Multilingual Learner Education (MLE)
Eunmin Kim, MLE Department Clerk
Rejane Castro, Teacher in Charge, SEI Program
Vera Duarte, Teacher in Charge, CRLS SEI Program & International Center
Maureen Hughes, Dual Language Teacher, Preschool – 8
Debbie Lee, Instructional Coach, Preschool – 12 English Programs
Szu-Ming Li, Lead Teacher for Chinese Immersion Program, CPP-8
Armi Sippel, Teacher in Charge, English Learner Programs
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