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Chester County Intermediate Unit finds strengths and gaps in Coatesville English‑learner services
Summary
A Chester County Intermediate Unit audit of Coatesville’s English‑learner program found the district has core ELD systems in place but recommended clearer district guidance, more collaboration time for ESL specialists, an annual LIEP review and stronger family engagement.
The Chester County Intermediate Unit presented an audit of Coatesville Area School District’s K–12 English‑learner program to the Education Committee on June 10, summarizing findings and prioritized recommendations for strengthening instruction, assessment and family engagement.
Carissa Lookingbill, who led the review for the Intermediate Unit, told board members the audit included document reviews, interviews and teacher and family surveys conducted between November 2024 and April 2025. The audit covered Coatesville’s LIEP (Language Instruction Educational Program), curricular materials, schedules for ESL specialists,…
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