English Language Learner Services

English Language Learner Services

Great Falls Public Schools works to best meet the needs of English Language Learners, both Limited English Proficient (LEP) and English as a Second Language (ESL) students. A Home Language Survey is completed at registration. The district has established a framework to guide staff in recognizing needs and support available for English Language Learners. Classroom teachers are supported by a part-time ESL teacher and Title Teacher on Special Assignment.
 
Program Goals
 
GFPS strives to ensure success of English Language Learners by:
  • Gaining and sharing knowledge, skills and strategies for effective teaching of ELLs
  • Communicating with and training building level staff
  • Supporting ELLs’ teachers and families to meet the unique educational needs of ELLs.
Explore more about our English Language Learners Services:
 
 
 
Teacher Resources
 
More questions?  Please contact:                                        
  • Carol Paul, Title Teacher on Special Assignment  (406) 268-6779
  • Irina Payne, ESL (English as Second Language) Teacher (406) 268-6779
  • Sally Mathers, Literacy and Federal Programs (406) 268-6777