English as a Second Language and
World Languages
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Seal of Biliteracy - SoBL
English as a Second Language
ESL Basic Terminology
1500+ MLs in BCS
20+ Languages represented, including indigenous languages
93%+ are Spanish Speakers
63%+ born in the U.S.
5%+ receive SpEd Services
28%+ are newcomers (1st year in a U.S. school)
Less than 1% are considered long-term ELs (5+ years in the program)
18 students were awarded the Seal of Biliteracy in 2023
ESL Program Guidelines
Potential ELs who enroll during the summer or the first day of school must be assessed for English language proficiency within 30 days of enrollment.
Potential ELs who enroll after the first day of school must be assessed for English language proficiency within 10 days of enrollment.
Accommodations
ELs with Disabilities
WIDA Alternate Proficiency Levels Descriptors and Alternate Can Do Descriptors.pdfEmpower Academy - Our Newcomers Program
Middle School Located at
W. E. Putnam Middle School
1757 Montclair Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210
High School Located at:
George W. Carver High School
3900 24th St N, Birmingham, AL 3520
Schedule a visit with us to learn about our Newcomers Program https://calendly.com/msblancoesl
Communication and Translation Resources
Margarita Rivera
District Interpreter Specialist
Email:
Text/Call:
(205) 963-4973
Submit an interpretation or translation request: https://forms.office.com/r/eiGNjxZCfY
Transact
Parents Notices in Multiple Languages
Master Word
Over-the-phone interpreter
Translation of documents
Sign Language interpretation
Language Line
Over-the-phone interpreter
BCS Departments Liaison
Professional Development
WIDA Selfpace Workshops.pdf
Grants available for your classroom
Literacy & Language Learning
Online Dictionaries
Join Our Google Classroom for Teachers
ESL Free Online Resources
Literacy Resources
Technology Shelf
Virtual Field Trips
AEA virtual trips.pptx
Power School & Schoology
ELLevation
Found on CLEVER
Google Master
Other online resources
