Harlandale reviews bilingual program, ELPS changes and teacher-certification plan
The district reported approximately 2,300 emergent bilingual students (~22% of enrollment), explained changes to the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS/ALPS) and reclassification criteria, and outlined professional development and certification goals for bilingual and ESL teachers.
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A district bilingual/ESL presenter (introduced to the board as Miss Black) reviewed program data and state rule changes affecting emergent bilingual students. She said Harlandale has roughly 2,300 students identified as emergent bilinguals, approximately 22% of the district's projected enrollment, and described multi-year TELPAS and STAAR performance trends by grade band.
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