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Multilingual Learners (previously ESOL)

What Should FCPS Families Know about ESOL Services?

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  • FCPS follows the LIEP (Language Instruction Educational Program) Model to support English Learner students. The LIEP provides schools a framework to amplify the FCPS learning model and to implement the WIDA English Language Development Standards. 

  • View WIDA Consortium page

  • View the LIEP page to learn more about the program model

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Elementary School Multilingual Learners (previously ESOL)

Developing English Language Proficiency and Content Understandings
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Middle School Multilingual Learners (previously ESOL)

Developing English Language Proficiency and Content Understandings
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High School Multilingual Learners (previously ESOL)

Developing English Language Proficiency and Content Understanding for grades 9-12.
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Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP)

Fairfax County Public Schools offers services for English learners (ELs) in each of our schools to provide all English learners with Pathways to English language proficiency.
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Family Literacy Program

The Family Literacy program supports residents with limited English skills, building literacy and community connections for students and their families.

For assistance, call the Parent Information Phone lines:

Related Pages

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English Language Proficiency Assessment Information - WIDA and WIDA Screener

Screening and annual assessment for multilingual learners in grades K-12

Families: Tools and Technology

Take a look at FCPS technology resources and learn where to go for help with technology questions. Submit a tech support request ticket if needed.
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Family Information Phone Lines

FCPS offers telephone support to families who do not speak English as their first language.
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Parents and Guardians

In Schoology, parents and caregivers have in-depth access to classroom learning.
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Students

Everything students need to know about Schoology in FCPS; including tips, features, and how to get help.
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Elementary School Continuity of Learning Resources

Self-directed learning activities for elementary students and parents--distributed and made available in spring 2020.