Resources for EL Families

Multilingual Learner families have access to many different resources in our district. Please read the Family & Community Partnerships Guide 2023-24 for more information or read the summary below:

1. English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC):

The ELAC is a group of parents who support school goals around multilingual learners. You can join your school's ELAC committee by contacting your school directly and asking about the dates/times for these meetings. 

2. District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC): 

The District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC) advices the board on at least the following tasks:

• Development of a district master plan for programs and services for ELs.
• Conducting a district-wide needs assessment on a school-by-school basis.
• Establishment of district goals, program and services for ELs
• Development of a plan to ensure compliance with any teacher or aide requirements.
• Review and comment on the district reclassification procedures.
• Review and comment on the written notifications required to be sent to parents and guardians. 
• Review and comment on the development or annual update of the LCAP.

Please go to the "DELAC and Sanctuary Task Force" page to get more information.

3. Sanctuary Task Force:

The Sanctuary Task Force is a district task force formed by parents, staff and district leaders to create a welcoming and safe environment for families of immigrant origins. Please go to the "DELAC and Sanctuary Task Force" page to get more information.

4. Parent Projects:

Our district is launching "Parent Projects" to support  our multilingual learner parents and develop their leadership skills. More information coming soon.