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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think if you write on the intake form whether ‘any other languages are spoken at home’ then they evaluate the child for esl.   [/quote]

This is the answer. [/quote]

OP - Yes evaluate is fine, but if he passed the test then why the pullouts all year?[/quote]

Maybe he was found eligible for esol services.

Each state determines eligibility differently. In Maryland, you fill out questions about languages first spoken, most often used at home, and other languages spoken in the home. Based on those responses, children are screened. Your child can speak English but still be impacted by other languages spoken at home and that might be revealed during the screening process. You will receive a letter that states your son is eligible for services and will be able do accept or decline services. Keep in mind, Maryland is in the process of revising the letter so schools can’t send it home yet. Also, even if you refuse services, your son will be assessed yearly until he meets the cut score.

The other possibility is that the esol teacher is plugging into a classroom to support students and your son just happens to be in the same class. Many esol programs have a coteaching model.[/quote]

I see so many problems with this process starting with the implicit assumption that other languages are a deficit instead of an asset.[/quote]

+1. Parents should be asked if the child speaks English fluently. If the answer is yes, then no screening unless a teacher flags an obvious need. Then screen with consent of parents. That is what is required for IEP screening. [/quote]

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