English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)
The purpose of bilingual education programs is to provide eligible students the opportunity to acquire language skills in English necessary for their successful participation in an English-only instructional program. This is accomplished through various structured immersion models and primary language support.
The trigger for assessment is determined by the Home Language Survey. California English Language Development Test (CELDT) results determines eligibility as Limited English-Proficient (LEP) candidates. Students are transitioned into an English-only program when they meet established criteria for redesignation. Once redesignated students are re-classified as fluent-English proficient (RFEP). Schools where the total LEP enrollment is more than 20 students need to develop an English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC).
ELAC members are school staff and parents of LEP students. They participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the local school's program for LEP students. They advise the school on Bilingual funding issues since these programs receive state and district funding. Schools are responsible for providing at least eight meetings to inform parents of the academic program for LEP students and budget items that directly impact student learning.
Meetings
ELAC meetings are in Zoom, unless otherwise indicated. On-campus meetings will be in Room 112. Meetings are led by the EL Coordinator.
Wed Aug 28, 2024, 9:0am |
English Learners Program Options Meeting, Zoom
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Wed Sep 4, 2024, 9:00am |
ELAC and SSC orientation
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Wed Sep 11, 2024, 3:30pm |
ELAC and SSC elections
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Wed Sep 18, 2024 8:30am to 9:00am |
ELAC officer training
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9:00am |
Meeting
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3:30pm |
ELAC and SSC elections
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Wed Oct 16, 2024, 9:00am |
Meeting
For Zoom link contact Ms. McGoldrick-Shimizu
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Wed Nov 13, 2024, 9:00am |
Meeting
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Wed Dec 4, 2024, 9:00am |
Meeting
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Wed Jan 22, 2025, 9:00am |
Meeting
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Wed Feb 19, 2025, 9:00am |
Meeting
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Wed May 21, 2025, 9:00am | Last meeting |
ELAC Responsibilities
- Advising the School Site Council (SSC) on the development of the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), especially those sections related to English learners.
- Assisting in the development of the school’s Needs Assessment and Language census.
- Making efforts to make parents aware of the importance of regular school attendance.
- Advising the principal and staff on the school's program for English learners.
- Assisting the LDELAC in the dissemination of information and materials related to all aspects of the Master Plan for English Learners.
- Advising in the development of and approval of the school’s Title III and Economic Impact Aid-Limited English Proficient (EIA-LEP) budgets.
See also
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Join the ELAC
All Palms parents are welcome to attend ELAC meetings.
To volunteer to join the ELAC as a parent member, come to the Orientation, then fill out a self-nomination form before the election.