Program of Studies - Acton-Boxborough Regional School District ...

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING - English Credit
Grades: 9-12 Grouping: Homogeneous
Prerequisite: Recommendation of ELL teacher
The ELL classes provide beginner-early intermediate (ELL1 1) and intermediatetransitioning
(ELL 2/3) English instruction to students who are learning English.
The curriculum focuses on the proficiency of listening, speaking, reading and
writing. The goals of the program include instruction crafted to ease entry into
the mainstream English classes by mastering grammar, vocabulary, structured
writing and reading comprehension by using the state guidelines for English
Language Proficiency benchmarks. The American History class is crafted to
follow the Massachusetts U.S. History I benchmarks while using an adapted ELL
textbook and supplemental material. Additionally, the students are given
support with assignments from their academic classes in the Academic Support
Center. They also have the opportunity to take some of their tests in the room.
Full year course, every day, 5 credits
ELL I 911
ELL II – 946
ELL American History – 944
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER Grades: 9-12 913 - ASC
Prerequisite: Due to class size restrictions, ASC may require instructor approval.
Grouping: Heterogeneous
Scheduling: ASC students attend the program either daily or on alternate days.
Typically, The Academic Support Center provides students with extra help on
class work and reinforcement of course content. Developing good study skills
and work habits are taught in conjunction with assigned work. Periodic
consultations with classroom teachers and school counselors comprise an
important part of the program.
914 - Peer Tutoring. Peer Tutors attend on alternate days and can receive
community service credit when they assist students on a regular basis. Peer
tutors work one on one and in small groups of student to assist with instruction,
work completion, and organizational skills. Selection of peer tutors is made by
application in the spring term and requires a teacher recommendation and
student essay. Training of Peer Tutors takes place throughout the year under the
supervision of the director of alternative programs and the ASC coordinator.
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