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goal is to enable English language learner students to become competent in the
comprehension, speaking, reading and writing of the English language through the
development of literacy and academic skills in the Spanish language and English. Research

shows that once essential concepts are learned well in one language, they can be transferred
to a second one. Research also demonstrates that schooling for limited English pro cient
students in which instruction is only given in English is often inadequate for our students.
Therefore, we offer an early exit transitional program that provides instruction in a language
that is comprehensible to the students, while emphasizing a strong English-as-a-second-

language (ESL) component. The ESL component aims to teach English through
methodologies that take into consideration the students’ native language, which is not
English. The bilingual education program has the same high expectations for our students
regarding the state-required curriculum, simply with linguistic modi cations while they are on
the road to becoming pro cient in English. The Bilingual/ESL Department for Valley View ISD
will provide the necessary support to all the schools so that our students master the state
curriculum at or above grade level and learn English at a high academic level. If you have any
questions regarding bilingual education, please contact the o ce at (956) 340-1060.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION NEWS!

State-mandated STAAR End-of-Course exams:
Students and teachers from high school level are preparing for numerous important testing
dates in the coming weeks. State-mandated STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams will be
administered. The End-of-Course exams are designed to ensure that students are learning the

speci c course material and are prepared to succeed in college and/or careers.