ELD 1:

In Designated ELD 1, based on the language needs of EL students, teachers support students in the acquisition of the English language using the CA ELD standards as a framework for their instruction. Students in ELD I work on the language skills needed to progress through the emerging stage of language acquisition. Through the application of ELD instructional strategies, students develop skills necessary to make gains towards proficiency of the four language domains through a variety of performance-based tasks.  Instruction is given at the emerging level of English. 

ELD 2:

In Designated ELD 2, based on the language needs of EL students, teachers support students in the acquisition of the English language using the CA ELD standards as a framework for their instruction. Students in ELD 2 work on the language skills needed to progress into the expanding stage of language acquisition. Through the application of ELD instructional strategies, students develop skills necessary to make gains towards proficiency of the four language domains through a variety of performance-based tasks.  Instruction is given at the expanding level of English. 

Argument and Debate (9th grade):

Argument and Debate prepares students  for a successful academic experience in high school, particularly by developing skills needed to participate in an English classroom. This includes students strengthening their reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening skills. Additionally, students will review reading, note-taking, and discussion strategies that they can apply to any classroom that will make them more confident learners.

Advanced Argument (10th grade):

Advanced Argument continues refining the use of academic language both written and oral and  developing skills needed to participate in an English classroom. Students practice reading, note-taking, and discussion strategies more in depth so that they can apply to any classroom that will make them more confident learners.