Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 05 - SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Chapter 13A.05.07 - Programs for English Learners
Section 13A.05.07.03 - Programs for English Learners

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.05.07.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. Each local school system shall establish an English language development program for those students who have been identified as ELs by means of a home language survey as well as the State-approved English language proficiency placement assessment.

B. The English language development programs shall contain the following components:

(1) Goals;

(2) Student identification;

(3) Student placement;

(4) Curriculum and instruction;

(5) Certified English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers;

(6) Materials of instruction;

(7) Facilities;

(8) Program delivery models;

(9) Parent and community involvement;

(10) Support services;

(11) Exit criteria; and

(12) Program evaluation.

C. A student who has been identified as an EL shall:

(1) Be placed in an English language development program; and

(2) Be evaluated each year on the State-approved summative English language proficiency assessment in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to determine EL status.

D. The English language development program shall include the following standards:

(1) English language learners communicate for Social and Instructional purposes within the school setting.

(2) English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Language Arts.

(3) English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Mathematics.

(4) English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science.

(5) English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Social Studies.

E. Local school systems shall adopt policies and procedures to ensure that there is an English language development program and that the program meets the requirements of this chapter.

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