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ESL Parents' Frequently Asked Questions
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Identifying ELs /MLs
Who participates in the English as a Second Language (ESL) program?- Becoming a Multilingual Learner (ML)
How does the school system know what my child's first language is?
How does the ESL teacher assess my child's level of English proficiency?
Why are the WIDA Screener, WIDA ACCESS for ELLs, and WIDA Alternate ACCESS used for ESL testing?
What are the different levels of English language proficiency?
How does the ESL teacher use the WIDA Screener and ACCESS for ELLs results?
How can I talk with the ESL Teacher?
What kinds of services will my child receive as part of the ESL program?
What if I do not want my child to participate in the ESL program?
When is my child no longer eligible to participate in the ESL program?
For how long will my child stay in the ESL Program?
What is a Monitored Former Multilingual Learner (MFML)?
What if my child is coming from another state?
What types of testing accommodations are available to ML students?
What if there are additional questions or more information is needed?