Dear Families,

             I would like to extend a warm WELCOME to new and returning students! My name is Mrs. Countey, I will be your child’s ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher. You may sometimes hear me called the ELL (English Language Learner) teacher, or ML (multilingual) teacher. The acronyms ESL, ELL and ML are often used interchangeably in school settings. I have been teaching multilingual learners at Sharp for about eight years but have more than 20 years of experience working with multilingual learners possessing varied native languages. 

               Over the course of the school year, we will work together toward English proficiency in the domains of listening, speaking, reading and writing. ESL instruction is performed in an environment where your child’s ideas and thoughts are welcome and invited. I strive to provide a nurturing environment that enables everyone to feel comfortable enough to explore English at their own rate. 

              Please know I am here to advocate for you. If you have any questions/concerns about Sharp School, classroom procedures, ESL procedures or need an interpreter for meetings, please do not hesitate to contact me. The best way to reach me is via email at kcountey@chclc.org. Many questions can be answered by clicking through the tabs above.

                                                            Sincerely,

          Mrs. Countey 😀

                                                                ESL Teacher