SPS English Learner Program

English Learner Program

The Simsbury Public Schools English Learner Program provides quality instruction for students who are learning English. This program is designed to support the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English. The goal of the program is for English Learners to graduate from high school prepared for academic and professional opportunities.

This website provides resources and information about our program and our community.

CONTACT:

Betsy Gunsalus

Director of Curriculum & Student Assessments

Elementary Curriculum Center (860) 408-6141

Email bgunsalus@simsburyschools.net

English Learner Parent Bill of Rights

The Connecticut State Board of Education has written a list of rights for parents or guardians of students who are learning multiple languages. Information about this Bill of Rights is available through the link.

State of Connecticut Resources for English Learners and Families

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS FROM THE CONNECTICUT STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

You can read more about the English Learner Program in the brochure below. For your convenience, the Connecticut State Department of Education provides several different translations, including but not limited to: