The program started in 1982 and is now offered in 90 elementary schools in Orange County. It is fee-supported by those using its service. Technology at Lake Weston has shown a positive impact towards our teachers and students. Every classroom has 2 computers and a lab of 15 computers is in the media center. The students come to the lab for instructional classes on various software applications that are related to the classroom curriculum.
Teachers also receive training in the lab.
The objective of this program is to develop English language proficiency in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The ESOL classroom consists of students from diverse language backgrounds who enter school at various levels of English proficiency. During the development of English language proficiency, students progress through the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. The Framework for Higher Achievement Standards and Benchmarks are appropriate for the majority of students with disabilities. ESE programs and services are designed to assist students in reaching their IEP goals.