Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District - English Language Services

Welcome to Our English Language Learner Page!

A diverse group of individuals proudly holding various flags, symbolizing unity and celebration of different cultures.

The English Language Learner (EL) Program supports the mission of the Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District to prepare all students to be contributing citizens of local and global societies in an ever-changing world. Our English Language Learners (ELs) and their families are supported both culturally and linguistically through the diligent care of our certified ESL Teachers. ELs are provided with systematic, explicit and sustained English language development and meaningful participation in the district’s general education program.

ESL Teachers

District-Family Communications

English Learning Success Template
The Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District has developed the English Learning Success Template (ELST) to assist in helping ELs receive the planning and support they need to make progress. The template identifies the steps that are taken to help students meet their goals and benchmarks in attaining English proficiency.

Resources for Families

Handout for Parents and Guardians of English Language Learners
Learning Language Every Day: Activities for Families (WIDA) English
Learning Language Every Day: Activities for Families (WIDA) Spanish
Learning Language Every Day: Activities for Families (WIDA) Chinese
Learning Language Every Day: Activities for Families (WIDA) Arabic
Remote Learning Guidance for Families of English Learners
Colorin Colorado
This site has a lot of information on how to help your child in school as well as how to do well in your community.
Mamalisa
This site contains children's songs from around the world. Use it to learn rhymes in your language and English.
Children's Library
This site contains children's books from around the world. These books have been scanned into the computer and can be read in a variety of languages.
Wonderopolis
This site asks a question, a "wonder", each day and then provides information as well as an activity to explore this question. What a great way to connect with your child and what they are learning in school!

A guidebook cover titled "My Child is an E-L-L: A Parent's Guide" featuring engaging illustrations and informative content.

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Special Education Programs and Services

AW Special Education Parent Advisory Council

Inclusive Preschool Program

Pupil Services Staff

Ashburnham-Westminster Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

Assistive Technology

English Language Services

McKinney-Vento Homeless Education

Specialized Transportation

Extended Day Program