California English Learner Roadmap:
Strengthening Comprehensive Educational Policies, Programs, and Practices for English Learners
California Department of Education Resources
CA English Learner Roadmap Policy in Mandarin pdf
CA English Learner Roadmap Policy in Spanish docx
CA English Learner Roadmap Policy in Vietnamese pdf
CA EL Roadmap Printable Document in English docx
CA EL Roadmap Printable Document in Spanish docx
CA English Learner Roadmap at A Glance: Information Sheet
English Learner Self-Reflection Rubric docx
This Self-Reflection Rubric can be used to evaluate practices at schools, districts, and county offices of education from preschool through higher education. Please use this rubric prior to submitting a practice to the EL Roadmap Example Survey.
CDE CA English Learner Roadmap Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
FAQs that answer questions regarding the English Learner Roadmap: Strengthening Comprehensive Educational Policies, Programs, and Practices for English Learners (CA EL Roadmap). These questions are updated as new information and resources on the CA EL Roadmap become available.
Teacher Toolkits
Californians Together CA EL Roadmap Toolkits
This web page contains links to toolkits for teachers to assist them to implement the CA EL Roadmap principles in their classrooms. These toolkits, written by Dr. Laurie Olsen and Martha Hernandez of Californians Together. They are free to download. Toolkits will be available for the following grade spans: preschool, elementary school, middle school, and high school.
These toolkits are designed to help classroom teachers understand and make meaning of the California English Learner Roadmap policy. They include tools for individual and collective assessment of practices through the lens of the EL Roadmap principles, enabling teachers to hone in on their own professional learning needs and priorities. Going beyond the classroom, the tools also help teachers think about the kinds of supports and services needed in their school to support English learners. Finally, each toolkit lists resources teachers can access for their own learning and for their participation in school and district level dialogues about enhancing instructional practices and programs.
The set of EL Roadmap Teacher Toolkits includes: The Elementary Teacher Toolkit, The Middle School Teacher Toolkit, a High School Teacher Toolkit and an Administrator’s Guidance Document on how to engage teachers with the EL Roadmap Toolkits.
Teacher Toolkits - Frequently Asked Questions
Engaging Teachers with The English Learner Roadmap
Elementary School Teacher Toolkit
Middle School Teacher Toolkit
High School Teacher Toolkit
Videos
CA EL Roadmap Webinar (Video; 22:36)
This webinar provides an overview of the EL Roadmap Policy and the CA EL Roadmap, including their development and context. It also explores the connection between the CA EL Roadmap and the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and discusses the resources available to local educational agencies (LEAs) seeking to implement the policy.
California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) EL Roadmap Policy Introduction and Overview (Video; 3:25)
This video, created by CABE, provides an introduction and orientation to the EL Roadmap Policy approved in July 2017 by the California State Board of Education (SBE). This is the first of a three part series narrated by Dr. Laurie Olsen, co-chair of the EL Roadmap Workgroup. The EL Roadmap Workgroup was convened by Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson and members of the California Department of Education and was co-chaired by Dr. Kenji Hakuta.
California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE) EL Roadmap Policy Introduction and Overview (Video; 3:25)
This video, created by CABE, provides an introduction and orientation to the EL Roadmap Policy approved in July 2017 by the California State Board of Education (SBE). This is the first of a three part series narrated by Dr. Laurie Olsen, co-chair of the EL Roadmap Workgroup. The EL Roadmap Workgroup was convened by the previous Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, and members of the California Department of Education and was co-chaired by Dr. Kenji Hakuta.
CABE EL Roadmap Policy Four Principles (Video; 4:47)
This video, created by CABE, provides an overview of the vision, mission, and four key principles of the EL Roadmap Policy approved in July 2017 by the SBE. This is the second of a three part series narrated by Dr. Laurie Olsen, co-chair of the EL Roadmap Workgroup. The EL Roadmap Workgroup was convened by the previous Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, and members of the California Department of Education and was co-chaired by Dr. Kenji Hakuta.
CABE EL Roadmap Call to Action (Video; 4:20)
This video, created by CABE, provides an overview of the action steps districts and schools can take in support of English Learners and multilingualism, as described in the CA EL Roadmap. This is the third of a three part series narrated by Dr. Laurie Olsen, co-chair of the EL Roadmap Workgroup. The EL Roadmap Workgroup was convened by the previous Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, and members of the California Department of Education and was co-chaired by Dr. Kenji Hakuta.
CA EL Roadmap (Video; 3:15)
This video, created by the Anaheim Union High School District, includes students discussing the importance of the CA EL Roadmap.
Presentations for Professional Learning
The presentations below are available for use by LEAs for professional learning and training on the CA EL Roadmap. The presentations are designed for different audiences and can be adjusted to fit the timeframe available. Please choose the presentation that best suits your audience.
Parent Presentation
CA EL Roadmap Presentation for Parents (PPTX)
A presentation and talking points on the CA EL Roadmap and its connection to the LCAP for public use. This presentation can be used to inform parents and parent groups about the EL Roadmap Policy and engage them in the implementation plan. Timeframe: 1 hour and 45 minutes (can be extended or shortened to fit your timeframe)
Teacher Presentation
CA EL Roadmap Teacher Presentation (PPTX)
A presentation and talking points on the CA EL Roadmap and its implementation for public use. This presentation can be used to inform teachers about the EL Roadmap Policy and engage them in the implementation plan. This presentation includes opportunities for teachers to self-assess and reflect on current implementation at the classroom, site, and district levels and plan for next steps.Timeframe: 2 hours and 45 minutes (can be extended or shortened to fit your timeframe)
School, District, and County Leadership Presentation
CA EL Roadmap Presentation for School, District, and County Leadership (PPTX)
A presentation and talking points on the CA EL Roadmap and its connection to the LCAP for public use. This presentation can be used to inform school, district, and county leadership about the EL Roadmap Policy and engage them in the implementation process. This presentation includes opportunities for leadership to self-assess and reflect on current implementation at the site, district, and county levels and to plan for next steps. Timeframe: 2 hours and 30 minutes (can be extended or shortened to fit your timeframe)
Resources
Model resolution that is inclusive of Early Childhood Education
Allison Briceño, answers the important question: What does the English Learner Roadmap mean for teachers?
CSBA Brief: What is the California English Learner Roadmap?
Masking the Focus on English Learners: The Consequences of California’s Accountability System’s Dashboard on Year 4 Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAPs)
Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Resources
Does Your Local Control Accountability Plan ( LCAP) Deliver on
the Promise of Increased or Improved Services to English Learners?: 10 Research-aligned
Rubrics to Help Answer the Question and Guide your Program
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English (Californians
Together)
¿Cumple Su Plan De Control Y Rendimiento De Cuentas (LCAP) Con La Promesa De Aumentar O Mejorar Los Servicios Para Los Aprendices De Ingles? 10 RuÚBRICAS BASADAS EN INVESTIGACIÓN PAR A RESPONDER A ES TA PREGUN TA Y GUIAR SU PROGRAMA - Spanish (Californians Together)
Masking the Focus on English Learners: The Consequences of California’s Accountability System’s Dashboard on Year 4 Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAPs) (Californians Together)
A Review of Year 2 LCAPs: A Weak Response to English Learners (Californians Together)
ELL Master Plan Exemplars
Fullerton Unified School District EL Master Plan
Hayward Unified School District EL Master Plan
Los Angeles Unified School District EL Master Plan
Oakland Unified School District EL Master Plan
San Diego Unified School District EL Master Plan