Programs and Goals
English Language Learner Programs
Bilingual Education Model implemented in Pilot Point ISD:
Implemented at The Early Childhood Center and Elementary School
Dual language immersion/one-way is a bilingual/biliteracy program model in which students identified as English learners are served in both English and Spanish and are prepared to meet reclassification criteria in order to be successful in English-only instruction not earlier than six or later than seven years after the student enrolls in school. Instruction provided in Spanish in this program model is delivered by a teacher appropriately certified in bilingual education under TEC,§29.061. Instruction provided in English in this program model may be delivered either by a teacher appropriately certified in bilingual education or by a different teacher certified in ESL in accordance with TEC, §29.061. The goal of one-way dual language immersion is for program participants to attain full proficiency in another language (Spanish) as well as English. This model provides ongoing instruction in literacy and academic content in the students' primary language as well as English, with at least half of the instruction delivered in the students' primary language for the duration of the program.
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- Vision - The Pilot Point Dual Language Program aims to develop bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural students who thrive in a global community, aligned with the district’s commitment to excellence.
- Mission - The Pilot Point Dual Language Program develops bilingual and biliterate students by meeting their academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs, preparing them for success as global citizens.
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- Bilingualism and Biliteracy
- Grade Level Academic Achievement in Both Program Languages
- Sociocultural Competence and Critical Consciousness
ESL Model Implemented in Pilot Point ISD
ESL Pull-out Program
PK-12th grade: All PPISD campuses
To empower emergent bilingual students to develop English proficiency and achieve academic success while honoring their languages and cultures, leveraging their background knowledge and strengths, and fostering full and equitable participation in the school community.
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To empower English learners to become proficient in English while fostering their academic achievement and social integration within the school community.
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Students receive instruction in the area of English Language Arts (ELA) by a teacher who is ESL certified to provide effective language support. The teacher has specialized training in language acquisition, cultural competence, and instructional strategies specifically designed for English learners.