English Language Learners
The English Language Learner (ELL) program works collaboratively with families from many cultures so that all of our students can maximize their potential.
Our mission is to support and develop language learners who are socially and academically prepared to meet their educational and post-secondary goals.
English Proficiency Levels
Level 1: Entering
Level 2: Emerging
Level 3: Developing
Level 4: Expanding
Level 5: Bridging*
*English Proficiency in Indiana
Helpful ELL Terms
ELL - English Language Learner
ESL - English as a Second Language
WIDA - World Class Instructional Design Assessment https://wida.wisc.edu
ILP - Individualized Learning Plan - a support plan for each ELL student to ensure their academic success
English Language Learner Team
Cynthia Anderson
Katie Budz
Dawn Candeloro
Katie Chayhitz
Patricia Lucas
Valencia Mikulski
Sabrina Ramirez
Anna Retzlaff
Roberta Smock
Fiona Suttle
FAQs
- How is a child identified for ELL services?
- What type of services do ELL students receive?
- How can we support learning English in our home?
- When does a student exit the ELL program?
How is a child identified for ELL services?
What type of services do ELL students receive?
How can we support learning English in our home?
When does a student exit the ELL program?
ELL Resources
Community
City of Crown Point
(219) 662-3250 www.crownpoint.in.gov
Crown Point Public Library
(219) 663-0270 https://crownpointlibrary.org
Crown Point Adult Learning Center (ESL Classes)
(219) 314-9904 www.cwicorp.com/adult-learning-center
Northwest Indiana Community Action
Help with food, shelter, housing, employment, counseling, and more
Dial: 211 http://www.nwi-ca.com/families/index.html
Lake County Health Department (Immunization Clinic)
(219) 755-3658