Program Overview
Carlsbad Unified School District is dedicated to providing English Learners with the academic, social, and cultural supports necessary to attain high levels of English proficiency and master grade level standards.
Who is an English Learner?
Students are identified based on information families provide on the Home Language Survey during registration and the results of the English Learner Proficiency Assessment for California (ELPAC).
Language Acquisition Program for English Learners
CUSD offers a Structured English Immersion (SEI) language acquisition program where classroom instruction is provided primarily in English with a curriculum and a presentation designed for students learning English. Students receive English Language Development (ELD) to build their proficiency in English and academic success. Designated ELD focuses on developing English language proficiency as a stand-alone subject, and Integrated ELD is included throughout the school day using specific strategies to assist students with accessing the content.
Parents/Guardians may choose a language acquisition program that best suits their student. If more than 20 parents/guardians from a single grade level or 30 parent/guardians school-wide collectively request a similar language acquisition program, CUSD will explore the feasibility of creating the language program. Submit requests for such programs to your school principal.
Reclassification
Identified students remain English Learners until they meet reclassification criteria, which includes proficiency on the ELPAC, comparison of student performance in basic skills, teacher evaluation, and parent opinion/consultation.
CUSD Master Plan for Multilingual and English Learner Students
Parent and Family Engagement
English Learner Parent Advisory Committee (ELAC)
The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is a committee composed of parents, staff, and community members specifically designated to advise school officials on English learner programs and services. Contact your school for more information.
District English Learner Parent Advisory Committee (DELAC)
This is the district-level English Learner Advisory Committee of parents/guardians, staff, and community members designated to advise district officials on English learner programs and services. Each ELAC elects at least one member to the DELAC.
2024-2025 DELAC Meeting Dates, Agenda, and Minutes
2023-2024 DELAC Meeting Dates, Agenda, and Minutes
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