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Elmwood Park Board hears English learner update: 31% of students identified as EL, expanded language supports reported
Summary
District staff reported 31% of students in Elmwood Park CUSD 401 are identified as English learners, described language-program offerings and new curriculum resources, and noted increases in EL assessment growth and world-language testing participation.
The Elmwood Park CUSD 401 Board of Education received a detailed update on the district’s English learner (EL) program that showed the district serves about 31% EL students, described program placements and new curricular supports, and highlighted gains on state and district assessments.
Why it matters: The EL population is substantially larger than the Illinois statewide average; program resources and staffing decisions affect classroom instruction, testing, and family engagement.
In the presentation, presented by Miss Gomez on behalf of the EL department, district staff said Elmwood Park serves approximately 31% English learners, compared with 16% statewide. Spanish is the majority home…
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