• 6-8 EL: Interboro SD English Language (EL) Program Overview

     

    • Purpose: Support non-native English speakers in developing skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking
    • Goal: Enable students to succeed academically and socially through improved English proficiency
    • Partnership: Interboro School District is part of the Title III consortium with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit


    Curriculum and Instruction

    • Research-Based Curriculum: Focuses on developing English language skills for academic success
    • Language-Focused Instruction: Integrates academic content to enhance students' English reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities
    • Acquisition Timeline: Varies by student, influenced by individual factors
    • Summer Camp: Provides additional support for ongoing language acquisition during the summer months


    Parent and Family Engagement

    • Communication Tools:
      • InterpreTalk: On-demand interpretation service
      • Propio: Language translation support
      • Talking Points: Messaging service for multilingual communication
    • Parent Meetings: Conducted in multiple languages to encourage parental involvement in education
    • English Classes for Parents: Offered through the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) to support parent language development