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June 18, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 16.
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APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF HERITAGE LANGUAGE DICTIONARIES AND GLOSSARIES FOR ELL STUDENTS
Description
Language Line Solutions provides Heritage Language translations of Math, Biology, Civics, US History, and ELA Glossaries in the 40 languages spoken by our ESOL students across the district.Glossaries will support (LY) ELLs with daily language acquisition and academic vocabulary skills that will enhance students’ understanding of key vocabulary concepts in the tested areas of Math, Biology, Civics, US History, and ELA.
Gap Analysis
As a monitored ESSA student group, providing approved resources to support Tier 1 Instruction and assessment allows for academic growth and proficiency rates. With 40 different heritage languages spoken throughout the district, this resource expands access to all ELL students to build their language acquisition.
Previous Outcomes
Historical assessment data indicates an achievement gap for our ELL students in all assessed areas: ELA, Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics.
Expected Outcomes
Improved academic performance and learning for ELL students. Increases in proficiency rates for students in grades 6-12.
Strategic Plan Goal
Pillar 1 - Every Student Achieves
Priority 1.3 - Embrace Strong Instruction
Recommendation
That the purchase of Heritage Language Dictionaries and Glossaries for ELL Students be approved as presented.
Contact Information
MICHELLE ANDERSON michelle.anderson@sarasotacountyschools.net
MEGAN GREEN megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net
RACHAEL O'DEA rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
$167,753.49
Funding Source: Grant (ESSER)
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