English Learners
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English Learners
English Learners have the opportunity to accelerate their acquisition of English through the Structured English Immersion (SEI) program — with support for success in every academic area.
How Students Are Identified
A home language survey during enrollment determines whether a student takes the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA), which measures listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Qualifying students take AZELLA annually to monitor progress, and are offered language development support through an approved SEI model from the Arizona Department of Education (A.R.S. §15-756.01).
SEI Pull-Out Model
50 minutes per day of targeted ELD time with an SEI-endorsed teacher, plus at least 50 minutes of integrated language development from content teachers (high school schedule).
SEI Two-Hour Model
100 minutes per day of targeted ELD with an SEI-endorsed teacher — English instruction integrated within content, with differentiated linguistic supports.
SEI Newcomer Model
100 minutes per day of targeted ELD for first-year students identified as Pre-Emergent English learners, plus weekly integrated language development.
Our Goal: Full Proficiency
Most English learners reclassify as proficient within 5–7 years; students who enter with English language experience may only need a few years of additional support. Our goal is for all English learners to become fully proficient in every domain of English — Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking — and to master state standards for academic success as quickly as possible.
Questions? Contact the district EL Program Director, Elvia Guevara, or call the front office at (480) 288-0337.