Transitional Bilingual Education
When there are less than 20 students who qualify for the English Language (EL) program who speak the same language in one attendance center, the district implements a Transitional Program of Instruction (TPI) in English using the collaboration model in accordance with ISBE regulations. Core academic subjects are taught in English with non-EL students. Services are provided using specific strategies for ELs in a co-teaching or pull-out model. Currently, D15 offers bilingual programs in accordance with state mandates in Spanish, Ukrainian, Japanese, Russian, Telugu, Tamil, Bulgarian, and Hindi.
Program Description
The Transitional Bilingual Education program is for non-native English speaking students who have difficulty with written or spoken English. The program provides instruction in the student’s native language with transition into English. The program helps students to succeed in academic subjects and learn English.
Instructional Goals
To meet academic achievement standards for grade promotion and to become proficient in English.
Program Components
Your son/daughter will receive instruction in the areas needed to reach instructional goals.
Exit Procedures
Students remain in the Transitional Bilingual Education program for three years or until they reach proficiency in academic English.
Other Services
Special education services. For disabled students requiring specialized services, language instruction meets the objectives of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Other Programs Offered at the School
Regular instruction for students who are fluent in English. Instruction is in English at all times. Native language is not used. No English as a Second Language instruction is offered. The instructional goal is to meet grade appropriate academic achievement standards for grade promotion and graduation.