Dublin High English: English As A Second Language (ESL) / ESL Tutorial

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Grade Level:                                   9-12

Length:                                             1 year

Prerequisite:                                     Teacher Recommendation

Graduation:                                     Fulfills up to 10 units of the four-year English requirement

English as a Second Language (ESL) is a course designed for non-English speaking students as an introduction to the basics of communication in the English language. The goal is to provide a path to successful completion of  high school curriculum. Students start with oral and listening language development to build  basic vocabulary. Reading and writing skills follow, allowing  students to achieve grade level proficiency. 

ESL TUTORIAL

Grade Level:                                   9-12

Length:                                             1 year

Prerequisite:                                    Referral by classroom teacher, counselor or administrator

Graduation:                                     Fulfills elective requirement

This course is offered in designated subject areas to provide support for students needing extra help in the subject in order to pass the standards. Instruction is given to develop necessary skills and understanding of concepts to enable students to perform well in the required companion class.  Class time is provided for students to work on current homework assignments in the required course with assistance given as needed.