Identification Of English Language Learners

Identification of English Learners at Central Dauphin

Upon entry into the Central Dauphin School District, students may be identified as needing English Language Development (ELD) instruction.  Families are required to fill out a Home Language Survey (HLS) from the District registration packet.  If a language other than English is noted on the HLS, a member of the ELD staff will contact the family for additional information. 

If necessary, the ELD staff will assess the student to determine their level of English language proficiency in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Within fourteen days of enrollment, the families will receive a letter that indicates the need for additional support in language acquisition. For more information on the assessment procedures, please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Identification Procedures page.

The records from a previous school district or institution may also indicate that a student was receiving (or previously received) ELD instruction.  If so, the ELD staff will review the documents to determine the level of support for language acquisiton. 

Exiting the ELD Program

Families have also asked how students exit from the ELD program or how they can be opted-out of the program at Central Dauphin.  For more information on parental rights on refusing English language development services, please review the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's informational page.