WIDA Testing Letter Sample

The Home Language Survey completed upon your child’s enrollment in our schools, shows that a language other than English is spoken in the home.  Your child might be eligible to participate in the English as a Second Language Program (ESL).  Our ESL Program serves English language learners by promoting fluency in speaking, reading and writing in English and supporting academic success at an age appropriate grade level.  

To determine entrance to the ESL program your child must take the placement test WIDA Screener, a standard test of English proficiency.  The WIDA Screener scores will determine if your child will be or will not be placed in our ESL program.  If your child qualifies he/she will remain in the ESL program until becoming proficient in English and performing on grade level in all academic areas. 

Through the ESL Program your child will receive the following services depending on need:

• In-class support (math, science, language, other)
• Scheduled ESL Classes
• Accommodations as needed (extended time, read-aloud, dictionary)

You will receive a letter to inform you of the testing results.