Mission Statement

• The mission of the English Language Development (ELD) Program in the Valley View School District is to provide instruction and support to foster the linguistic, academic, personal and social growth of English Learners (ELs).  

• The program focuses on  fluency in the academic  languages of English, Math, Social Studies and Science.

• Facilitate English language acquisition through the skills of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension.

• Help students learn to use English effectively to participate and succeed in academic, social, extra-curricular, and community environments.

• Provide educational experiences that will prepare students academically and will empower them with the skills and knowledge necessary to maximize their learning potential.

• Help students and their families adapt to the school and the community.

• Encourage students to continue to value and celebrate their cultural heritage, and maintain their native languages.

• VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT must notify parents of the identification and programming options, and appropriately place the ELs into a language instruction educational program (LIEP). 

• This process must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of school or within 14 calendar days of enrollment if a student enrolls after the first day of school.

How to help your child at home:

• Label objects around the house: Use simple labels in English to help your child learn new vocabulary. 

• Talk about daily activities: Engage in simple conversations about what you are doing throughout the day, using basic English.

• Read together regularly: Choose books with simple sentences and lots of pictures. 

• Play language games: Use simple games like “I Spy” or “What’s missing?” to practice vocabulary. 

• Ask questions about school: Encourage your child to share what they are learning in class and ask questions if needed.

Specific Online Resources for EL Parents:

• Colorin Colorado: A bilingual website offering information and activities for families of English language learners, including videos and translated materials.

• International Children’s Digital Library (ICDL): A digital library with children’s books in multiple languages, allowing parents to read stories in their native language or English.

• Starfall: An online platform with interactive games and activities focusing on phonics and early literacy skills, great for home practice. 

Jenn Hudak
ESL Teacher
jhudak@valleyviewsd.org
570-489-7579 Ext 4120

Mr. Michael Barrett
Elementary School Principal
mbarrett@valleyviewsd.org
570-489-7579