All students, regardless of their language and cultural background, will have the opportunity to develop their potential to the fullest.  While ELLs have much in common with other students, they have specific needs in the areas of language and culture.  These needs must be met in such a way that they achieve a level of fluency in English commensurate with their age and ability.

The ELL program, and the courses offered within the program, enables the English language learners to:

• develop and maintain a sense of self-worth
• develop and preserve a pride of heritage
• develop communicative competence at a level commensurate with the student’s potential, in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing
• integrate into regular courses according to the student’s interests, strengths and required academic courses for graduation