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District reports bilingual program data: 704 emerging bilingual students in 2024–25, parental denials remain low
Summary
District staff updated the board on dual‑language and bilingual programming for 2024–25, reporting 704 emerging bilingual students (out of 1,786 total) and parental denial rates near 2%; campus‑level TELPAS/STAR/EOC progress and reclassification criteria were explained.
District staff presented a monthly update Oct. 21 on dual‑language and bilingual programming and emerging bilingual (EB) student outcomes for 2024–25. The presenter reported 704 emerging bilingual students out of total enrollment of 1,786 for 2024–25, with parent denials at 36 (approximately 2%). Staff described program models in use—two‑way dual‑language immersion for pre‑K–2, transitional early exit for grades 3–5, and pull‑out ESL for grades 6–12—and explained the exit criteria tied to TELPAS performance and STAR reading/math.
Campus data showed varied progress: Derry Elementary reported 39% of EB students progressed at least one proficiency level; Gera reported 35%; the junior high reported 23%; and the early college high school reported 17% progressing at least one proficiency level. Staff told trustees they will continue monthly reporting so the board can track EB student performance and reclassification trends.
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