Building strong and equitable school-wide literacy practices for diverse learners is an ongoing and continuous process. Using this tool, instructional leaders can engage in an analysis of school-wide systems, structures, and programs that are specific to serving their multilingual/English language learners (MLs and ELLs). Developing and strengthening an integrated multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) that meets all the criteria listed in this tool requires a sustained commitment over time. Therefore, instructional leaders should use this tool to identify those anchor areas and features that are of highest priority.

This guide will help school communities understand the approaches to strengthen core instruction for MLs/ELLs, while also making sure to affirm their identities, build upon their strengths, and make appropriate and informed decisions and recommendations for support and/or intervention. 

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