All comments or suggestions are welcomed. The ESOL Program is designed to serve all students in Baltimore County whose first language is other than English. Before a student registers at their home school, families are referred to the ESOL Office where the students' school transcripts and immunization records are evaluated, and the students' English proficiency is assessed. Based upon the results of this assessment, ESOL services are recommended. This adult literacy program supports and motivates parents who want their children to enter school ready to learn.
Parents receive home visits and participates in group experiences.
Child care is an important component in this program. Any parent who wishes to complete high school, and who has a child up to 7 years of age is eligible to participate in this program. A parent is requested to work with each child 15-20 minutes each day to support classroom instruction. I schools are eligible to participate in this program. This program provides early intervention screening and services for children with or at risk for developmental delays.