K09 Beginning ESL
Level: Grades 6, 7 and 8
Course Length: Year
This course provides training in general study techniques and specific language arts strategies and concepts necessary for an understanding of core content areas. The course aids ESL students, especially those with little previous schooling, in making the transition from training classes to mainstream curriculum. Students are introduced to and review correct, effective expression, interpretation of content reading as well as test-taking techniques.
K13 Intermediate ESL
Level: Grades 6, 7 and 8
Course Length: Year
Prerequisites: Intermediate English proficiency and/or ESL teacher recommendation
This course is intended to give intermediate level ESL students the skills they need in academic and social settings. Students use English to participate in social and classroom interactions in culturally appropriate ways. Students interact through spoken and written English for personal expression and enjoyment. Students read a variety of materials and interpret literatures as a record and expression of the human experience. Students listen, observe, speak and write for a variety of purposes and audiences and develop higher critical thinking skills in English.
K14 Advanced ESL
Level: Grades 6, 7 and 8
Course Length: Year
Prerequisites: Intermediate English proficiency and/or ESL teacher recommendation
This course is intended to give advanced level ESL students the skills they need in academic and social settings. English skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening are strengthened in preparation for the students’ transition to mainstream English classes.