Students will have a cross-cultural understanding of another language community. The programs for English language learners are designed to help students acquire fluency in English, provide equal access to the academic core curriculum, and maintain a positive self-concept. The Ontario-Montclair School District acknowledges that there are a variety of strategies and pedagogical approaches that may be used to accomplish these goals. The choice and combination of instructional strategies used are aligned to the approved district English Language Development curriculum, individual student needs, State and Federal mandates, as well as parent request. Students are successful in the English core curriculum as appropriate for age, ability and experience.
Students demonstrate continuous academic progress in English without special instruction in English.
A complete ELD curriculum, which addresses all proficiency levels, has been developed and aligned to the district's comprehensive curriculum. ELD is taught by certificated teachers who have been trained in principles of language development and methodologies for teaching English language learners. Student learning is supported through district adopted texts and supplemental materials. An individual student profile is developed and maintained to document student progress. The Ontario-Montclair School District is committed to guaranteeing a quality education for all students.