English Learner Resources
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ESU 13 supports panhandle schools in their efforts to serve English learners and immigrant children. EL programming addresses the dual purpose of English language development and content standard proficiency for students whose first language is other than English. ESU 13 can provide assistance with identification, assessment, curriculum, instructional strategies, and reporting.
Districts new to serving English learners are encouraged to join area districts already serving EL students in the ESU 13 Title III Consortium. The consortium meets several times a year to focus on current research, state and federal policies, and local needs.
*******Covid Resources
********Help for districts who want to serve their new English learners well, but don’t know where to start!
This document provides an outline of basics to get started. It is no substitute for thorough study!
Nebraska's Department of Education English Learner Program webpage
NDE's Digital Modules on EL requirements and programming
NDE's Digital Modules on Leading for Equity
*******Assessment
Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA21)
*******English Learner Plans and Templates
Rule 15 and Guidance documents
District ESL Record for LEP Student Sample
Individual Learning Plan Sample
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As you can see, our website has changed. Many of the materials that were posted on our original page were duplicated or were copyright protected. If you cannot find something, please contact us and we'll get you access.
Contact Lisa Myles (lmyles@esu13.org) or Michelle Keszler (mkeszler@esu13.org) if you have any ELL or Title III questions.