English Learners
Q: If the English Learner Plan for our program was approved in the previous application cycle, do we need to upload it again?
A: No - files from the previous version of your application should still appear in your renewed application. If the plan is *unchanged and still in effect*, no new uploaded will be needed.
Q: If we made changes to our program's EL plan after it was approved in the previous application cycle, should we upload the new plan?
A: Yes - adjustments and changes will be reviewed by an English Learner consultant before the new application is approved. Follow the steps outlined below to upload the new document. The previous plan may either be deleted or left in place.
Q: Who should have an English Learner Plan on file?
A: Everyone! All sending LEAs and AEDY Programs are required to have a LEA- or program-specific English Learner plan.
Q: If our program contracts with an Intermediate Unit or neighboring LEA to provide the English as a Second Language certified teacher, should we use their English Learner Plan?
A: No - every AEDY program must have their own program-specific English Learner Plan. However, in this case, the English Learner plan would include information detailing how these parties will work together to provide services.
Q: If our program already has an English Learner plan, can we use that?
A: Yes! Check to make sure your English Learner plan covers all the required components and make any edits necessary before submitting.
What's Required in an English Learner Plan
There are six components to an English Learner plan:
Identification of English Learners
Assessment of English Learners
Provide Instruction
Ensure Integration
Re-Assess
Document
Each of these components is outlined in the template document and discussed in the video below. Before you watch the video, access the template document by clicking on the button below or downloading it through your Leader Services application.
See the English Learner Services page for more supports and information.
How to Upload your English Learner Plan
On the Contact Information page of your application, scroll to the section "Upload English Learner Service Plan." Click the button "Choose File" (letter A in the image below) and select the file from your computer. Then click the "Upload" button to the right (letter B in the image below) to upload the file.
If you had previously uploaded a file, you can choose to delete it by clicking the "Delete" button on the file's row (letter C in the image above).
If your program's English Learner plan was approved in the previous application cycle *and* the plan is still in effect, leave the previous upload in place and take no action for this part of the contact information page.
Individualized English Learner Plans
Q: What is an EL-ILLP?
A: An English Learners - Individual Language Learner Plan (EL-ILLP) is like an IEP but for English Learner services. It's a plan that outlines all the services provided to the individual learner. All services outlined in a student's plan should continue during placement in an AEDY program.
Q: Do I need to upload a sample EL-ILLP as part of my application?
A: No - we are providing you with a template for your use, but you do not need to upload the document as part of your application. You *will* need to include the components of the EL-ILLP in the referral for a student who has been identified as a current English Learner (see the Student Referral module for more information).
You can access the model EL-ILLP template by clicking on the button below. Be sure to download the template and save it to your computer for future use!
See the Students with Disabilities & English Learners page for more information and instruction!