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English as a Second Language students (ESL) are those whose primary language of the home is other than English and who may require additional services in order to succeed within British Columbia’s school system.*
There are three primary goals in an ESL program:
Acquisition of English
Maintenance and development of academic and cognitive growth
Integration into and contribution to the Canadian culture
Our ESL services reflect current knowledge with regard to effective practices.
The program of courses is designed to help students acquire language skills that will enable them to be integrated successfully into regular, age-appropriate classes. Each ESL student will be assessed and appropriate classes selected to meet that student’s individual needs.
Students may be referred to ESL courses by counsellors, teachers or parents. On-going assessment of acquired English fluency will determine exit from ESL courses and entry into regular academic courses. Additional summer school courses are strongly recommended for students to increase competencies in English.
* BC Ministry of Education Guidelines
ORGANIZATION FOR TEACHING
Student’s assessment will indicate the level of competency. This competency will designate the type of instruction the student receives. Classes will be organized to accommodate junior and senior students.
Descriptors of Competency
Level 1 Emerging/Beginning language acquisition
Direct instruction in scheduled language support blocks.
(3-4 out of 8 blocks)
Level 2: Developing language
Direct instruction in scheduled language support blocks.
(2-3 out of 8 blocks)
Level 3: Expanding language
Students may be integrated into regular English class with 1-2 blocks of direct English language support
Level 4: Consolidating/Proficient language
Student may be fully integrated into all academic classes. Intervention and support will be given as needed.
Note: Language Adapted/Supported Courses:
This designation indicates support where needed for English Language Learners; whereby, emphasis will be placed on acquiring academic language and understanding the core content of the curriculum.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE COURSES
ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT— BEGINNER 8/9 (Levels 1 & 2)
This course is designed to support students who are beginning or just developing their English skills. Students will be introduced to the grammar and sentence structure fundamentals of the English language, focus on building essential vocabulary, and learn to develop their reading, listening and speaking skills.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT— INTERMEDIATE 8/9 (Levels 3 & 4)
This course is designed to support students who are expanding their English skills. Students will continue to develop competency in grammar usage, paragraph structure, and improving speaking and listening skills in order to collaborate with others. Students will concentrate on learning strategies and skills to further develop cognitive and academic literacy.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ADAPTED 8 ,9,10 & 11 4 credits
These courses are designed to cover the six areas of the language arts program: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Viewing and Representing. Materials and coursework are adapted for ESL students to enable them to meet the learning outcomes of the regular English Language Arts program. Literature will include short stories, novels, poetry, plays, and non-fiction.
TRANSITIONAL ENGLISH 8, 9, & 10 0 credits
Enrolment in this class follows the assessment of the student’s abilities in English. This course is designed for ESL students, levels 1 & 2, who are beginning and developing language acquisition and who are not yet ready to meet the learning outcomes of regular English. The program of studies will parallel the six areas of language arts: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Viewing and Representing. Materials and coursework are adapted to meet the needs of the ESL student. Literature will include short stories, novels, poetry, plays, and non-fiction.
ACADEMIC AND CULTURAL LITERACY BEGINNER 4 credits
This course is designed to help students improve their communication skills in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking in order to succeed across the curriculum. Students will gain cultural knowledge, linguistic competence, and a critical awareness of academic conventions as they explore a variety of genres and develop research skills.
ACADEMIC AND CULTURAL LITERACY INTERMEDIATE 4 credits
This course is a continuation of ACL Beginner and designed to facilitate the development of skills needed for cultural and academic literacy. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and skills necessary for success in a Canadian academic environment. Students will gain cultural knowledge and academic reading and writing skills.
BAA COMPOSITION 11 4 credits
The course is intended for senior students who wish to develop, strengthen and enhance their writing skills in order to write effectively at the level expected of them in Grades 11 and 12. The course will also prepare students for the written components of the English 12 provincial examination. Students will be introduced to the major components of essay writing, various essay types and the writing process itself. It is expected that, through this course, students will gain an awareness of their abilities and potential as writers and, by using the tools learned, will develop confidence in their ability to handle any writing tasks presented to them in high school and post secondary life.
SCIENCE 10 LANGUAGE ADAPTED (BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE) 4 credits
This course is for English Language Learners who would benefit from language support and adaptations while covering the regular Science 10 curriculum. Students will work to further develop language skills and vocabulary as they explore various science topics. Science 10 provides a general background for all students in the major sciences. Theory and laboratory work are dealt with in all topic areas, which include: Life Science - sustainability of ecosystems, biotic and abiotic factors, cycles, food webs, biological pyramids and current impacts on ecosystems. Physical Science (Chemistry)- understanding chemical reactions, acids and bases, ionic and covalent compounds, radioactivity. Physical Science (Physics)-motion as related to acceleration, time intervals and velocity. Earth Science -energy transfer in natural systems, climate and the impact of climate changes, earthquakes and volcanoes, plate tectonics. Students will write the Provincial Science Examination worth 20% of the final mark.
SOCIAL STUDIES LANGUAGE ADAPTED 8/9/10 & 11 4 credits
Social Studies Language Adapted courses are adapted programs designed for Levels 3 & 4 ESL students. The curriculum includes units of the regular Social Studies program.
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