What types of language programs are available for my child?
Schools offer different programs like English as a Second Language (ESL), Transitional Bilingual Education, or Dual Language Immersion. You have the right to approve or deny which program your child participates in.
Can I change my child’s language program?
Yes, you can request a switch from one program to another if you feel it’s necessary for your child.
Can I opt out of these language services?
Yes, you can choose to opt out. However, the school will still monitor your child’s progress through the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment Standards, or TELPAS, which is a test that your child will take each year.
If your child shows that he or she needs help later, the school will offer support again. Your child can only leave the program completely after they meet the proficiency standards for listening, speaking, reading, and writing based on their scores on the TELPAS test they take each year.