This two-part series will provide information and guidance regarding the admission process for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP), are newly enrolling or re-entering a NYS school and are potential English Language Learners (ELLs) based on the Initial Screening. This process includes NYS Preschool students with an IEP entering Kindergarten. The purpose and role of the Language Proficiency Team (LPT) members will be addressed, including key factors that must be considered when recommending whether or not a potential ELL with an IEP should be administered the NYSITELL.
AUDIENCE | School and District Administrators responsible for meeting NYS Regulations CR Part 154-2 & CR Part 154-3. ALL Language Proficiency Team (LPT) members, School/District Administrators, Bilingual and ESOL Certified Teachers, Directors of Special Education or their Designee, Special Ed Teachers, Bilingual Coordinators, Guidance Counselors, Support Personnel and other interested parties.
*PARTICIPANTS MUST COMMIT TO ATTENDING BOTH SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES
SESSION I: ELL Identification Process for Newly Enrolling or Re-entering Students with an IEP to a NYS School
This session will address:
The description of the NYS Regulations related to ELLs and ELLs with Disabilities, specifically CR Part 154-3, including the responsibilities of the School Principal and District Superintendent to ensure the ELL identification process is timely and appropriate.