Educator Training
The Purpose of the LPAC Framework
The Framework for the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) process includes clarification of the legal requirements for the LPAC and provides sample documents and forms to facilitate the training of LPAC members.
TEALearn LPAC Educator Training Course
- It is designed to support LEA staff who serve as a designated member of an LPAC.
- It is comprised of six different modules with an overview of the LPAC site.
- It is recommended that all modules are completed in order, but the course is designed to allow users the flexibility to take the modules in any order.
- A certificate will be issued for individual modules or the full course if all modules are completed.
- Use the Optional Interactive Notes - Tool to assist you in your note-taking.
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For more information about TEALearn LPAC Educator Training course along with relevant forms, resources, and training support related to each module; open the dropdown below.
Introduction Module
The Introduction Module addresses the purpose, membership, and responsibilities of the language proficiency assessment committee (LPAC) and the organization of the framework and resources that support it.
- Training Support: Introduction Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Introduction LPAC (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Financial Accountability System Resource Guide
Identification Module
The Introduction Module addresses the purpose, membership, and responsibilities of the language proficiency assessment committee (LPAC) and the organization of the framework and resources that support it.
- Training Support: Identification Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Identification LPACs (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Home Language Survey (HLS) (PDF)
☑ Flowchart - EB Complete Decision Chart for LPAC (PDF)
☑ Flowchart (Simplified)- Emergent Bilingual Identification/Reclassification (PDF)
☑ LPAC & ARD Committee Collaboration: Identification & Reclassification Guidance (PDF)
☑ Descriptor Table Guide for Bilingual and ESL Programs (PDF)
☑ Identification & Placement of EB Students Prior to Kindergarten (PDF)
Placement Module
The Placement Module addresses the rights of parents regarding the process of identification and placement, benefits of program services, and approval for program participation.
- Training Support: Placement Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Placement LPACs (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Flowchart - EB Complete Decision Chart for LPAC (PDF)
☑ Flowchart (Simplified)- Emergent Bilingual Identification/Reclassification (PDF)
☑ Program Brochures - Bilingual / ESL (PDF)
☑ Descriptor Table Guide for Bilingual and ESL Programs (PDF)
Emergent Bilingual Student Services Module
The Emergent Bilingual Student Services Module addresses the four state-approved bilingual program models and the two state-approved ESL program models, staffing requirements, and procedures for filing a bilingual exception or an ESL waiver.
- Training Support: Emergent Bilingual Student Services Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Emergent Bilingual Student Surveys LPACs (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Descriptor Table Guide for Bilingual and ESL Programs (PDF)
☑ Emergent Bilingual Program Implementation
☑ LPAC & ARD Committee Collaboration: Identification & Reclassification Guidance (PDF)
Review and Reclassification Module
The Identification Module addresses timelines, procedures, assessment practices, and decision making processes for identifying EB students.
- Training Support: Review and Reclassification Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Review and Reclassification LPACs (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Descriptor Table Guide for Bilingual and ESL Programs (PDF)
☑ TEA Accommodation Resources Page
☑ LPAC Decision-Making Guide
☑ LPAC & ARD Committee Collaboration: Identification & Reclassification Guidance (PDF)
☑ Emergent Bilingual Reclassification Criteria Chart (PDF)
☑ TELPAS Alternate
Monitoring and Evaluation Module
The Monitoring and Evaluation Module addresses the differences between state and federal monitoring requirements for reclassified students and outlines key elements of the annual program evaluation.
- Training Support: Monitoring and Evaluation Training PowerPoint
- Suggested Forms: Monitoring and Evaluation LPACs (PDF)
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Resources:
☑ Bilingual Exception and ESL Waivers
☑ Descriptor Table Guide for Bilingual and ESL Programs (PDF)
Parent Training
English
LPAC Parent Training- Slides (PDF)
LPAC Parent Training- Trainer Notes (PDF) - Coming Soon
LPAC Parent Training - Participant Packet (PDF)
Please note that the latest updates, per Chapter 89 changes, to the LPAC parent training resources below are pending.
Spanish
LPAC Parent Training-Spanish - Slides (PDF)
LPAC Parent Training-Spanish - Trainer Notes (PDF)
LPAC Parent Training-Spanish - Participant Packet (PDF)
Spanish with Voice-over
Final Spanish LPAC Voice Over Parent Training Slides 8.19.20 (PPT)
Transcript of the Spanish LPAC Parent Training PPT with voice over (PDF)
How to Use the Spanish Parent LPAC Training PPT with voice over (PDF)
Vietnamese
LPAC Parent Training - Slides (PDF)
LPAC Parent Training - Trainer Notes (PDF)
LPAC Parent Training - Participant Packet (PDF)
