Multilingual Learner Program (ML)
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Multilingual Program
Students whose primary or native language is a language other than English may qualify for the multilingual program. These services are available to each student who meets the criteria on the WIDA Screener established by the state.
The Centralia School District is committed to providing equal educational opportunities to every student. The ML Program is designed to accelerate English acquisition for students whose first language is not English and to further assist them in becoming successful learners in the regular classroom.
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Our Vision ML students in Centralia Schools will develop proficiency in English at an academic level, build confidence and skills to function independently in school and community, and embark on a path toward college and/or career while retaining cultural identity and home language. Our Mission Language proficiency is the cornerstone of academic success. Our administrators, teachers, educational assistants, parents, and community will work together to provide a comprehensive English Language Development program that:
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Delivery Model
The classroom teacher has the primary responsibility for instruction of ML eligible students. English Language development resources are provided to supplement the ML student's basic educational program. The purpose of this supplemental service is to teach English to students whose primary or native language is not English, who qualify for services using the State guidelines.
An ML student may be assigned to participate in one or more of the following supports during the school year:
New Dual Language Program! Link to Dual Language application (English) Link to Dual Language application (Spanish) We are excited to announce that Oakview Elementary will be hosting our district dual language program.
Click here to go to the CSD Dual Language page
Outside the classroom
Students work with a certificated ML teacher or a trained ML Instructional Assistant away from the regular classroom setting. Usually this occurs for a short period of time each day. Specialized ML materials are used to help students learn English. Our ML teachers, in collaboration with the ML Instructional Assistants, plan for the instruction.
Inside the classroom
Different levels of support can be delivered within the classroom setting:
- Students in a content ML program use a combination of ML materials and regular classroom materials to learn conversational English while simultaneously developing academic skills. The classroom teacher designs lesson accommodations and modifications according to the English language needs of the student.
- Students who score "Proficient" on the annual assessment (WIDA) are monitored for achievement for at least two more years. These students receive their instruction from the classroom teacher, with monitoring by the ML teacher and/or the ML coordinator.
Elementary School Services
Middle School And High School Services
In addition to their regular classes, high school students who qualify for ML may be enrolled in:
- Beginning ELD
- Intermediate ELD
- In class supports
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