Program Service Delivery Models (PSDMs)

PSDMs are the models of instruction for MLs. Districts should use the guidance provided below when choosing the instructional program aligned to local needs. Since the number of students may vary in districts across the state, districts can choose the appropriate PSDM(s) for each ML from the SCDE-approved list. In addition, the district's PSDMs for MLs must address the following two requirements based on the U.S. Department of Education’s EL Toolkit: (1) the provision of evidence-based English language acquisition services, and (2) the provision of effective participation of MLs in all district academic and special programs. More information can be found in Chapter 2 of the EL Toolkit. 

An array of educational professionals can serve students through a variety of PSDMs in collaboration with MLP staff. Multilingual Learner Program Teams (MLPT) should be formed to make decisions about PSDMs for MLs.