English Learners
World-Class Services for English Learners
Nashville is a community rich with diversity, and we are lucky to have students from more than 130 countries enrolled in our schools. The district is home to more than 21,000 English learners.
Integrating into a new country can be difficult for students and families, and when coupled with language barriers, the transition can be emotionally draining and difficult. That's why the Office of English Learners (EL), a leading program in the United States, is committed to promoting cross-cultural education, facilitating emotional growth and protecting the cultural identity of our students.
A Typical Day in Class Could Look Like
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Small group instruction with English learner services.
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Strategic language instruction in reading, writing, listening and speaking for language development.
English Learners Registration
If English is not the first language for you and your family, your child should be enrolled through the Office of English Learners. During the enrollment, your child will be assessed to determine if they are eligible for English Learner services.
- Learn more about the registration process for English Learner students.
- Interpreters are available.
Serving our Students
Our schools are committed to supporting all English learners throughout their journey to English fluency, regardless of their starting level of English comprehension. Our EL teachers work with students to provide English learner services every day during school hours.
Services We Provide
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English language assessment that ensures students receive personalized language learning assistance
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One-on-one enrollment sessions
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Individual learning plans personalized to the language needs of each student
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Interpreters throughout the district to connect families with their schools
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Advocate for students and families
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Supplemental language and literacy software for English learners
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Summer school and after-school extended learning opportunities
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English classes for families
Our Commitment to English Learners
English learners are supported with the social, emotional, cultural, linguistic and academic skills necessary to excel in higher education, work and life.
- Our team is dedicated to engaging, empowering and valuing Non-English Language Background families, students, schools and community through the following:
- Our students have access to evidence-based, rigorous instruction on English Language Development and grade-level content standards.
- Our teachers ensure English learners have access to grade-level content and language development with a strong literacy foundation.
- We support families and teachers in bridging home literacy practices and school instruction.
EL Handbook and Policy Documents
- Rights of English Learners and District Responsibilities
- Rule of the State Board of Education Chapter 0520-01-19 English as a Second Language Programs