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East Central ISD outlines ESL and dual-language outcomes, flags certification gaps
Summary
District staff reported about 1,900 students receive language services, highlighted higher reclassification rates for dual-language monitors, and said three teachers have not completed full bilingual certification while the district offers supports and partner programs for adult learners.
East Central ISD staff told the school board that roughly 1,900 students are receiving English learner services districtwide and presented data showing mixed academic outcomes across grade levels.
A bilingual/ESL department staff member said the district is serving approximately 1,900 students in its language programs, including about 649 students in secondary ESL. She said districtwide ESL students were performing “in the 22% meets category” and “18% meets,” and that middle schools were showing lower percentages of students meeting English proficiency growth targets than elementary or high school campuses.
The presenter emphasized that…
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