Dedicated English Language Development (ELD)
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Students enrolled in English Language Development (ELD) courses are more likely to be on track to English proficiency, according to the ACCESS Trajectory. Extensive research both within DPS and nationwide has shown that explicit language instruction should be sustained through the advanced levels of language proficiency to ensure academic success for Multilingual Learners (MLLs).
DPS requires that all schools, at both the Elementary and Secondary level, schedule a daily dedicated 45-minute ELD block for all eligible MLLs.
This page contains resources to assist with effective implementation of ELD.
Resources for DPS ELD curriculum can be found in the Dedicated ELD Schoology Group.
K-12 Resources
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Dedicated ELD: Modules to Build Capacity
These six modules on Schoology include research, resources, tools and turnkey facilitator slides for Dedicated ELD at the Elementary and Secondary levels. Each module is open to all educators, including teachers, school leaders, central support staff and observers of ELD, for on-demand learning, instructional tools, coaching, PD, etc. The modules include:
- Assessing for Language in ELD
- Guidance for Writing
- Language Rigor
- 5 Elements of ELD (PERMS)
- Planning and Pacing
- Student Talk
Access the modules through Schoology.
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ELD Budget and Staffing Resources, K-12
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ELD Grading Guidance, K-12
Elementary & K-8 Schools
Middle Schools and High Schools
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ELD Grouping Guidance, K-12
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ELD Instructional Resources, K-12
5 Elements of Dedicated ELD (PERMS)
5 Elements of ELD for Newcomers (PERMS)
Dedicated ELD Reference Guide (English version)
ELD Reference Guide (translated) - This is page 2 from the Dedicated ELD Reference Guide, translated and is great for explaining ELD to diverse audiences.
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ELD Scheduling Resources (includes course code guidance)
ELD Course Code Guidance – Elementary
ELD Course Code Guidance - Middle and High Schools
Scheduling Guidance - Paired or Stacked for ELD Co-Teaching or Rigor ELD
High School ELD Scheduling Flowchart
Middle School ELD Scheduling Flowchart
Scheduling for Elementary ELD, SLD & Dual Language Quick Reference Guide
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LEAP Handbook ELD Appendices
CONTACT
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Multilingual Education
Emily Griffith Campus
1860 Lincoln St., 10th Floor
Denver, CO 80203Email: dps_mle.groups@dpsk12.net
MLE Hotline: 720-423-2040
Fax: 720-423-1577Katie Hein
K-12 ELA-E Manager
Katie_Hein@dpsk12.netErika Krueger
Elementary ELD
Erika_Krueger@dpsk12.netLisa Rose
Secondary ELD
Lisa_Rose@dpsk12.netAmy Osterbeal
K-8 Newcomer
Amy_Osterbeal@dpsk12.netCristina Kinz
9-12 Newcomer
Cristina_Kinz@dpsk12.netShannon Reed Wilson
Alternative ELD
Shannon_Reed@dpsk12.netSabrina Berntsen
Site Manager
sabrina_berntsen@dpsk12.net