Kirkwood School District R-7

English as a Second Language Program

About our program Curriculum Students

Resources for Teachers Resources for Parents

For further information, contact:

Amy Stephens (Grades K-8): (314) 213-6100 x.1125: stephea@gw.kirkwood.k12.mo.us

Becky Koeller (Grades 9-12): (314) 213-6100 x. 1204: koeller@gw.kirkwood.k12.mo.us

We believe:

1. Bilingualism is an asset and it is important for students to maintain their native language(s).

2. It is vital for students to achieve nativelike proficiency in English.

3. Students from diverse backgrounds enrich our community.

4. A strong home-school connection and parental support is vital to our students' success.

1. Personalized instruction and academic support to all Limited English Proficient students.

2. English instruction via the grade-level content.

3. Instruction in learning strategies and reading, writing and organizational skills necessary to achieve in the mainstream classroom.

4. Home visits & support to strengthen the family-school connection and provide access to community resources.

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