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Support For English Language Learners
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The Multilingual Programs Department is committed to providing supplemental support to campuses to address Emergent Bilingual students' instructional needs. Multilingual area office teams offer additional support to students, parents, teachers, and campus leadership teams to ensure learning continues and is uninterrupted.
Virtual Learning Programs
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HISD is offering two virtual learning programs to students this school year. Learn the difference between HISD Virtual Academy and HISD@Home Temporary Online Learning to find what is the best fit for you and your family.
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HISD Virtual Academy
HISD Virtual Academy
For students too young to be vaccinated (age 11 and under) who have a compromised immune system, HISD will be providing the option to participate in the HISD Virtual Learning Academy for the Fall 2021 semester.
The virtual academy will be taught by dedicated central staff so that campus teachers can focus on instructing students who are participating in-person. If an eligible student participates in the HISD Virtual Learning Academy, their spot will be held at the campus they were previously enrolled in or were scheduled to enroll in.
View student eligibility and requirements to determine if the student qualifies.
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Temporary Online Learning
Temporary Online Learning
Students who are unable to attend school because of a temporary medical condition are eligible for a maximum of 20 days of Temporary Online Learning during the 2021-2022 school year.
Temporary online learning will be delivered synchronously by a certified teacher for four hours per day, following the standard HISD scope and sequence for each of the four core subject areas -- English, math, science and, social studies. Students will be assigned a temporary teacher for online learning. Schools will issue a device and hotspot for any student who requests one while participating in temporary online learning.
View student eligibility, requirements, and registration process.
Student Digital Resources
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Instructional Continuity during virtual learning for personalized linguistic support for English learners will be provided appropriately within the asynchronous learning environment as determined by each student's teacher. Multilingual Programs has highlighted additional supplemental resources that support asynchronous learning. Click the school level tabs to learn more.
Learning Options
What is Asynchronous Learning?
- Asynchronous instruction model does not require real-time interaction
- Technology drives communication and instruction
- Governed by HISD Instructional Continuity Plan approved by Texas Education Agency
How Can I Support My Child's Learning- Help your child maintain a school schedule
- Assist your child with navigating digital resources
- Maintain a digital connection with your child's teacher
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Imagine Learning + Literacy (ILL) and Imagine Espanol (IE) for English Learners (ELs) one of the district's asychronous supports for English learners. ILL aligns with educational standards and strengthens English language proficiency skills students need to become proficient in reading. Students can access Imagine Learning through the digital rescources in the HUB. Click the links below for additional information and asychronous supports.
- Informational Flowchart in English
- Informational Flowchart in Español
- Informational Flowchart in Vietnamese
- Informational Flowchart in Arabic
Imagine Learning + Literacy Language Packets for non-digital languages
Also, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) English Learner Support Division has compiled a variety of helpful websites to support families with English learners at home. These websites will help in strengthening English language proficiency skills in Listening (L), Reading (R), Speaking (S), and Writing (W).
Helpful Tip: On your computer, phone, or tablet, you can install Google Translate for free to translate text, handwriting, speech, and websites. You can also go to the “Settings” section of most , phones, and tablets to change the language from English to your preferred language. Follow these steps for Apple or Android devices.
Association for Library Service to Children
Kindergarten English Language Arts Tips
Reading Rockets: English Language Learners
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Imagine Learning + Literacy (ILL) and Imagine Espanol (IE) for English Learners (ELs) one of the district's asychronous supports for English learners. ILL aligns with educational standards and strengthens English language proficiency skills students need to become proficient in reading. Students can access Imagine Learning through the digital rescources in the HUB. Click the links below for additional information and asychronous supports.
- Informational Flowchart in English
- Informational Flowchart in Español
- Informational Flowchart in Vietnamese
- Informational Flowchart in Arabic
Imagine Learning + Literacy Language Packets for non-digital languages
Also, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) English Learner Support Division has compiled a variety of helpful websites to support families with English learners at home. These websites will help in strengthening English language proficiency skills in Listening (L), Reading (R), Speaking (S), and Writing (W).
Helpful Tip: On your computer, phone, or tablet, you can install Google Translate for free to translate text, handwriting, speech, and websites. You can also go to the “Settings” section of most , phones, and tablets to change the language from English to your preferred language. Follow these steps for Apple or Android devices.
The Metropolitan Center for Research on Equity and Transformation of Schools
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Imagine Learning + Literacy (ILL) and Imagine Espanol (IE) for English Learners (ELs) one of the district's asychronous supports for English learners. ILL aligns with educational standards and strengthens English language proficiency skills students need to become proficient in reading. Students can access Imagine Learning through the digital rescources in the HUB. Click the links below for additional information and asychronous supports.
- Informational Flowchart in English
- Informational Flowchart in Español
- Informational Flowchart in Vietnamese
- Informational Flowchart in Arabic
Imagine Learning + Literacy Language Packets for non-digital languages
Also, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) English Learner Support Division has compiled a variety of helpful websites to support families with English learners at home. These websites will help in strengthening English language proficiency skills in Listening (L), Reading (R), Speaking (S), and Writing (W).
Helpful Tip: On your computer, phone, or tablet, you can install Google Translate for free to translate text, handwriting, speech, and websites. You can also go to the “Settings” section of most , phones, and tablets to change the language from English to your preferred language. Follow these steps for Apple or Android devices.
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Parent Events
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The Multilingual Office will host their annual parent informational meeting: Launch your Dream: A World of Opportunities for Diverse Learners on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. The event offers HISD families and community members an opportunity to learn from educational experts on topics related to various opportunities offered to students. Join us as we partner with HISD's School of Choice from 5pm to 8pm at Austin High School. Transportation will be available for FREE from three locations.
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View the 2021 Annual Parent Leadership Conference and discover valuable strategies to empower your student's academic, social, and emotional achievement.
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View A Roadmap to Success: Connecting Schools, Parents and the Community virtual event, where parents have the opportunity to hear and learn about the multiple stops of a roadmap to success for their Emergent Bilingual students. Each stop explains its importance and critical role in the student's pathway to academic achievement.
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View Igniting a Successful Mindset for Emergent Bilingual Students Parent Event 2022 to learn from educational experts' view of what success is and how children can successfully develop academically. Learn how active engagement contributes to strengthening communication and student's academic success.
Parent Resources
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The Texas Education Agency (TEA) English Learner Support Division has compiled a variety of helpful websites to support families with English learners at home. Click the links below to learn more.
Parent Guides
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Guide for Parents of English Language Learners: Operating under Texas Education Agency guidelines, HISD features instructional programs tailored to every student's particular needs and interests.
Bilingual Language Learning in Children: Infants who experience two languages from birth typically become native speakers of both, while adults often struggle with second language learning and rarely attain native-like fluency. ReadyRosie: HISD is providing parents with a FREE subscription to ReadyRosie, an interactive tool that provides daily activities for adults to do with children ages 0 to 6. The activities are simple, take about two minutes, and help prepare children for success in school.