Families who speak a language other than English can call the following phone numbers if they need to share a message about their child with school. You will be asked to press “1” for Spanish and all other languages pressing ′′ 2 ".

• Parents have the right to opt their children out of EL programs or particular EL services. This decision must be voluntary and based on a full understanding of the EL child’s rights, the range of services available to the child, and the benefits of such services to the child.

• If a parent decides to opt his or her child out of EL programs or particular EL services, that child still retains his or her status as an EL. A phone call will be made to ensure the students family fully understands their decision.

• EL teachers must continue to monitor the English language proficiency (ELP) and academic progress of students who opt out of EL programs and services. If a student does not demonstrate appropriate growth in ELP or maintain appropriate academic levels, the EL teacher must inform the parents in a language they understand and offer EL services.

*Chapter 7 tools and resources for serving English learners ... (n.d.). https://ncela.ed.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/files/english_learner_toolkit/7-OELA_2017_optout_508C.pdf

• National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition Family Toolkit - The English Learner Family Toolkit was created to help families choose education services that meet their child’s needs. U.S. educators, elementary and secondary school teachers, principals, and other school staff can also share the toolkit as a resource for English learners and their families.