Hello, my name is Mrs. Mallek and I am the ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher at Elementary #2. My goal as the ESL Teacher is to provide MLL (multilingual learner) students with the skills and knowledge needed to speak, read and write English both socially and culturally appropriately.

 

 

The E.S.L. Program is a specifically designed program that provides instruction in English to students whom English is not their native/home language. It is a "weekly developmental second language program which teaches aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in English using second language teaching techniques and incorporates the cultural aspects of the pupil's experiences into their ESL instruction". The ESL program allows students the opportunity to learn English or to improve their English Language Skills. 

 

 

 As the ESL teacher, I plan to provide parents with as much information as possible with regards to your child(ren) in the ESL Program. Throughout the year, parents can expect the following either from me or the district:

 

 --- A letter to be sent home documenting your child(ren)'s placement or continued placement in the ESL program in your native language if possible and in English.

 

 --- Reports/Scores documenting your child(ren)'s achievement levels on State Standardized Tests in your native language if possible and in English. The letter will explain your child(ren)'s English proficiency level.

 

--- All students will receive a grade from ESL. Grades are based on each students ability to understand and follow directions and to complete specific tasks related to the directions. Grades are also based on WIDA Can Do standards and the students ability to do the standard as expected. 

  

If you have any more questions about the ESL Program, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Tab to hopefully answer your questions.