English Language Instruction (ESL)

English Language Instruction (ESL)

Wilmington uses the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the WIDA ELD Standards Framework to provide English language instruction and assessment. English learners in grades K-12 participate annually in ACCESS for ELLs, WIDA's English language assessment that measures progress in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Wilmington ESL teachers use two curriculum series from National Geographic Learning: Reach Higher (grades K-5) and Time Zones (grades 6-12). ESL instruction often includes additional texts and supplemental materials related to content area skills, themes, and curricula.