The Multilingual Learner (ML) program is supported by federal, state, and local funding. This program provides language instruction for eligible students whose native language is not English. Responses on the Home Language Survey determine which students will be screened for eligibility.

To qualify, students are evaluated using the WIDA Screener, which assesses their skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students whose scores indicate a need for language support receive MLL services. These services are based on the WIDA English Language Development Standards.

There are several instructional delivery models for ML services. In the Monroe School District, we offer:

• Supportive Mainstream in all schools, and
• A Dual Language program based at Frank Wagner Elementary

ML services are available at:

• Chain Lake Elementary
• Frank Wagner Elementary
• Fryelands Elementary
• Maltby Elementary
• Salem Woods Elementary
• Hidden River Middle
• Park Place Middle
• Monroe High School

Students are tested each February/March using the WIDA ACCESS assessment to measure their level of English proficiency. Those who reach the "Proficient" level transition out of the ML program, but are monitored for two years following their exit to ensure that they are meaningfully participating in their classes similar to students who were never in an MLL program.

WIDA ACCESS Information

For further information about the state and federal requirements for ML programs, please see the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction website: http://www.k12.wa.us/MigrantBilingual/BilingualProgram.aspx

For further information about the ML program at your child’s school, please contact the ML teacher at the school.
 

Request for Interpreter and/or Translation

Additional program support staff:

Robin Lampers, ML Teacher on Special Assignment: lampersc@monroe.wednet.edu
Kayla Luke, Special Programs Secretary: lukek@monroe.wednet.edu