English Language Learners

English as a Second Language (ESL) and
Bilingual Programs
The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program provides English language acquisition to second language learners using only English.  ESL is available grades K-12.

The Bilingual Program (English Language Learners/ELL) provides instructional support to Spanish speaking students in their native language while developing their English proficiency skills.  The Bilingual Program is available in grades K-5.  (Note:  Students new to the district in 6th to 12th grade who speak  Spanish will enter the ESL program.)

English Language Learners (ELL)
The Bilingual and ESL programs in the Christina School District provide students with optimal academic and social English language skills in order for them to transition and thrive in the mainstream classroom environment.

Bilingual and ESL Programs follow state standards for language proficiency.  At the elementary level, both programs are housed at "site schools."  Only ESL programs are available at the secondary level.

Site Schools for the Bilingual and ESL Programs
for the 2008-2009 School Year

• Wilson Elementary School (Bilingual K-5)
• Brader Elementary School (Bilingual K-3)
• West Park Place Elementary School (ESL K-5)

Elementary - Wilmington:

• Pulaski Elementary School (Bilingual and ESL K-5)

Secondary Schools (ESL Only):

• Gauger-Cobbs Middle School
• Kirk Middle School
• Bayard Middle School
• Shue-Medill Middle School
• Christiana High School
• Glasgow High School
• Newark High School

Preparing for Registering ELL Students
Parents should register at their designated school and complete a registration form, Permission to Evaluate form, and Home Language Survey form.  The Permission to Evaluate form lets us test your child to evaluate his/her English proficiency.  The Home Language Survey determines the language spoken at home.  Students must meet all requirements for registration in order to be enrolled in the ELL program.

Waiving Services for the ELL Program
The ELL Program is voluntary.  Parents may refuse ELL services at any time.  If you would like to waive services for the program, please contact the ELL office in Student Services.

Questions regarding the ESL, ELL and Bilingual programs should be addressed to Student Services at
302-552-2647.