Language Acquisition Language Acquisition Welcome to the Department of Language Acquisition As the department director, I am here to answer any question you may have regarding our language programs. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in learning more about what our programs offer. Bienvenido al Departamento de Adquisición de Lenguaje Como directora del departamento estoy aquí para responder a cualquier pregunta que tenga acerca de nuestros programas de lenguaje. Siéntase libre de ponerse en contacto conmigo si usted está interesado en aprender más sobre lo que ofrecen nuestros programas. Jeanette Briseño Director of Language Acquisition Directora de Adquisición de Lenguaje 708-303-4021 jbriseno@bsd100.org Theresa Adelphia Biliteracy Coordinator 708.303.4045 tadelphia@bsd100.org Christina Diaz Biliteracy Coach 708.303.4043 cdiaz@bsd100.org Maribel Galvéz Biliteracy Coach mgalvez@bsd100.org Ivonne Weber Administrative Assistant 708.303.4026 iweber@bsd100.org VISION Students in the department of language acquisition will become bilingual, bi-literate, bicultural, and be high academic achievers by the time they graduate from 8th grade. OUR MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the language services department is to empower and instill pride in children’s bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural identity in order for them to be successful global citizens who will be college and career ready. We commit to redefining bilingual education through the use of an additive model that includes the integration of effective biliteracy and bicultural practices that embrace the whole child. VISIÓN Los estudiantes en el departamento de adquisición del idioma se convertirán en estudiantes bilingües, biliterales, biculturales y tendrán alto rendimiento académico cuando se gradúen del 8vo grado. NUESTRA MISION La misión del departamento de servicios de idiomas es capacitar e inculcar orgullo en el bilingüismo y la iliteraria de los niños, y su identidad bicultural con el fin de que sean ciudadanos globales exitosos que estarán preparados con habilidades para funcionar en la universidad y en una carrera. Nos comprometemos a la redefinición de la educación bilingüe a través del uso de un modelo aditivo que incluye la integración de las prácticas de alfabetización bilingüe y bicultural eficaces que abarcan al niño en su totalidad. DUAL LANGUAGE INFORMATIONAL F LYER ENGLISH & SPANISH LANGUAGE LEARNER INFORMATION RESOURCES ASSESSMENT BPAC DUAL LANGUAGE ALLOCATION STRUCTURE Dual Language Programming - Programación del lenguaje dual

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Office of Teaching & Learning Beatriz Maldonado, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Karina Cruz, Administrative Assistant for Teaching & Learning Jeanette Briseno, Director of Language Acquisition Sarah Fies, Director of Special Education Lindsey Sinde, Director of Learning Management & Assessment Samantha Shuman, Director of Instructional Innovation Amanda Thompson, Preschool Director Theresa Adelphia, Assistant Director of Curriculum & Instruction Allison Aparicio, Assistant Director of Special Education Leah O’Donnell, Literacy Coordinator Home Curriculum Assessment Gifted & Accelerated Program Preschool Information Health & Wellness Learning Software Links Title 1 1:1 iPad Program E-Learning Staff Login

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At Home Learning Please click on the link below: This link includes further information on how the family can use the available apps with students. Please click for more information Cyber Safety Campaign The following is a list of available app options for students to use for learning at home. Below are some free online resources that can be sources of activities and inspiration Museum Virtual Tours National Geographic Storyline Online Go Noodle Math Before Bed Global Digital Library Khan Academy Breakout EDU Technical Support Curriculum Page Bridges Math Practice Books MATH DEPARTMENT Please click the link(s) below to access further educational tools INSTRUCTIONAL COACHES Please click the link(s) below to access further educational tools 1:1 Program Preschool Services PRESCHOOL DEPARTMENT Please follow the links below to access further educational tools Special Education Services SPECIAL EDUCATION Please click the link(s) below to access further educational tools Please follow the links below for department resources to help your child learn from home D100 Literacy (ELA) LITERACY DEPARTMENT Please click the link(s) below to access further educational tools Physical Education Services PHYSICAL EDUCATION Please click the link(s) below to access further educational tools

SUMMER SCHOOL Summer School S ummer Program Administrato rs and Contact Information Summer School Principal Komensky Elementary School George Krieger email: gkrieger@bsd100.org Summer School Principal Heritage Middle School Marysol Sandoval email: msandoval@bsd100.org

EMERGENCY CLOSING INFORMATION Emergency Closing Information Emergency Closing Information More Ways To Know Before You Go! Emergency school closing information will be posted on the following services: School District website: www.bsd100.org Radio: WGN Radio 720 WBBM News Radio 780 TV: Fox Chicago ABC 7 Chicago CLTV News E-mail/Web Search for the status of District 100 and sign up for personalized E-mail notifications at: http://www.emergencyclosingcenter.com/ You will need the following information when using the Emergency Closing Center service: Call: (847) 238-1234 (Touch-Tone phone required) Facility Name: Dist #100 (South Berwyn Schools) Facility Location: Berwyn Main Phone: 708-795-2300

Assessments Assessments District 100 administers several district-level assessments each year. Teachers and administrators use these assessments to monitor student progress, inform instructional decisions, evaluate program effectiveness, and measure progress on district and school improvement goals. State Assessments Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) (Grades 3-8) The IAR is an achievement assessment that measures knowledge and skills aligned to the English language arts and mathematics Illinois State Learning Standards. Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) (Students with significant cognitive disabilities in Grades 3-8) The DLM measures student performance on alternative achievement standards. Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) (Grades 5 and 8) The ISA measures progress in meeting the Next Generation Science Standards. Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State-to-State (ACCESS) (English Language Learners in Grades K-8) The ACCESS test measures developmental progress in English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Kindergarten Individual Development Survey (KIDS) KIDS is an observation-based tool that documents school readiness in kindergarten students. District Assessments AIMSweb (Kindergarten students and other grade levels as needed) AIMSweb includes a variety of assessments that measure the development of early reading. Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System (Grades K-5) F&P is a one-on-one assessment used to identify students' independent and instructional reading level. NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) (Grades 2-8) MAP is an adaptive assessment that measures academic growth in reading and mathematics. STAR 360 Spanish Assessment (Students in grades K-2 Bilingual or Dual language programs) STAR is an adaptive assessment that measures academic growth in reading and mathematics. Teaching Strategies GOLD (Preschool) Teaching Strategies Gold is an observation-based tool that documents progress on early learning skills. Fitness Gram Benchmark Assessment (Grades 4-8) Fitness Gram measures health-related physical fitness and focuses on personal goals and individual growth. D100 Report Card Emerson Report Card Hiawatha Report Card Irving Report Card Komensky Report Card Pershing Report Card Piper Report Card Freedom Report Card Heritage Report Card

Board Policies Manual & Handbook Board Policies Manual Please click on the link below to view the full Board Policies Manual Board Policy Manual Online Board Member Handbook The Berwyn South School District 100 Board of Education understands and appreciates that access to quality public education is not just a constitutional requirement, but also a moral and ethical imperative. Ensuring students have an opportunity to fully maximize their potential is the guiding principle. Accordingly, all students are entitled to a quality educational experience that prepares them to be college and career ready and inspires them to be lifelong learners. This is no easy task. It requires necessary and appropriate leadership from many levels within the organization, including building staff, principals, District 100 administration and the Board of Education. It requires a Board of Education that is both collectively and individually committed to governing as a professional oversight board. This means a dedication to the principles and practices of professional governance, a shared understanding and adherence to board policies and internal protocols, a focus on continuous improvement as an embodiment of a lifelong learner, and a willingness to model effective leadership to students, staff and the community at large. What is effective leadership? There are thousands of books on this subject but here’s a few key points when working on a board: Speak to share your vision, not to wound another Listen to understand, not respond Demonstrate the behavior you expect from others Recognize success and let it be known Motivate, inspire and empower others Take responsibility for your decisions, action or inaction Keep kids at the forefront The purpose of this handbook is to provide a document that will support new and future board members in understanding the role of the Board of Education and the policies and procedures that govern the work. A significant component of new school board member orientation is a thorough understanding of the contents of this book as well as training mandated by the State of Illinois. Education is continuously evolving, as such, updates will continually be made to ensure this handbook is current and relevant. Please click below for more information School Board Member Handbook Board Member Professional Development Please click below for more information Board Professional Development information Home Superintendent Board Members Agendas, Minutes and Recordings Board Policy Manual

Transportation Department Transportation Department Bus transportation is provided to students who meet the criteria as stipulated in Public School Laws due to distance, hazard roads crossings or student needs. A new form must be completed yearly for all students and whenever a change in transportation is requested. Please complete one form for each student and return it to the school office. If you have any questions contact the transportation department at 708-303-4011. Transportación escolar se ofrecerá a los estudiantes que cumplan con los requisitos en las Leyes de la Escuela Publica, debido a los caminos de peligro, distancia, cruces o las necesidades de los estudiantes. Llene un formulario nuevo anualmente para cada alumno y cuando haya algún cambio a la solicitud de transporte. Llene un formulario para cada alumno y envíelo(s) a la oficina de su escuela. Si tiene alguna pregunta por favor comuníquese con el departamento de transportación al 708-303-4011. For any questions or information in regard to transportation please contact any of the following below: T ransportation Coordinator: Victor Tello Phone: 708-303-4011 Email: vtello@bsd100.org Assistant to Transportation : Niva Leal Phone: 708-303-4005 Email: nleal@bsd100.org Tra nsportation request forms for the school year Please submit all forms to the front office at your child’s school. Click the links below to access these forms: - English transportation request form - Spanish transportation request form

District Office Staff District Office Staff Office of the Superintendent Dr. Mary Havis, Superintendent Mirna Pedraza, Administrative Assistant for the Superintendent and Board of Education Click here to visit the Superintendent page Business Office Jenny Hosty, Business Manager, CSBO Toni LeGare, Administrative Assistant for the Business Office Melanie Coffey, Administrative Assistant for the Business & Personnel Carolina Macedo, Administrative Assistant for the Business Office Victor Tello, Transportation Coordinator Niva Leal, Administrative Assist ant for Transportation Click here to visit the Business Office page Office of Teaching & Learning Beatriz Maldonado, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Karina Cruz, Administrative Assistant for Teaching & Learning Jeanette Briseno, Director of Language Acquisition Ivonne Weber, Administrative Assistant for Language Acquisition Lindsey Sinde, Director of Learning Management & Assessment Samantha Shuman, Director of Instructional Innovation Amanda Thompson, Preschool Director Elias Salgado, Administrative Assistant for Preschool Theresa Adelphia, Assistant Director of Curriculum & Instruction Leah O’Donnell, Literacy Coordinator Click here to visit the Teaching & Learning page Office of Special Education Sarah Fies Special Education Director Allison Aparicio, Assistant Director of Special Education Lupita DeLa Riva, Administrative Assistant for the Office of Special Education Click here to visit the Special Education page Office of Technology TBD, Director of Information Technologies Carrie Marin, Administrative Assistant for Technology Sally Caicedo Student Management & Data Specialist Ernesto Zamudio, IT Lead Tech Vanessa Cisneros, IT Network Specialist Jack Doherty, IT Network Specialist Jay Manske, IT Apple Certified Technician Click here to visit the Technology page Office of Buildings & Grounds George Lambesis, Director of Buildings & Grounds Paulino Sanchez, Assistant Director of Buildings and Grounds Bianca Sanchez, Administrative Assistant for Buildings & Grounds Click here to visit the Buildings & Grounds page

VISION, MISSION & BELIEFS Vision, Mission & Beliefs The vision of Berwyn South School District 100 is to inspire a passion for learning in every child. Our mission is to create inclusive learning environments where students take ownership of their academic and personal growth, embrace diversity, and strive to be positive influencers in our changing world. We believe in providing students with rigorous and personalized learning opportunities that prepare them for academic excellence and future success. We believe in utilizing innovative instructional practices that encourage collaboration, creativity, and exploration. We believe in student-centered classrooms and schools that are supportive, safe, and responsive to the social and emotional needs of students, staff, and families. We believe in using several measures to determine student success and to make informed decisions that lead to continuous student growth. We believe in engaging with families and community members to create partnerships that actively support students’ development and learning. We believe in creating and maintaining a culture where students and staff learn from each other, share ideas, and build supportive, collaborative relationships. We believe in enhancing our academic program by providing a variety of extra-curricular opportunities for students to develop and explore individual interests and talents. Click on this link to see our new video.