NYSESLAT NYSESLAT Exit Criteria and Reclassification

Question 1

What proficiency level must a student achieve on the NYSESLAT to be considered for reclassification as English proficient?

Accepted Answer

Commanding

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Transitioning

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Expanding

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Entering

Question 2

How many years are Former English Language Learners (FELLs) monitored after exiting ELL status in New York State?

Accepted Answer

4 years

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2 years

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3 years

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5 years

Question 3

What term does New York State use to describe students who have met exit criteria and are no longer classified as active ELLs?

Accepted Answer

Former English Language Learners (FELLs)

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Transitioned Students

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Graduated Language Learners

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Proficient English Students

Question 4

Who has the legal right to refuse reclassification even if a student meets all NYSESLAT exit criteria?

Accepted Answer

The parent or guardian

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The school principal

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The classroom teacher

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The school district superintendent

Question 5

In how many domains must a student demonstrate Commanding proficiency to be eligible for exit from ELL status on NYSESLAT?

Accepted Answer

All four domains: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing

Answer

Only Reading and Writing

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Only Listening and Speaking

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Reading and Listening only

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of monitoring Former ELLs (FELLs) for four years after reclassification?

Accepted Answer

To ensure they maintain academic success without ELL support

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To reassess their immigration status

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To automatically re-enroll them in ELL programs

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To track their college application outcomes

Question 7

How frequently is the NYSESLAT administered to students who are currently classified as English Language Learners?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Every semester

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Every two years

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Monthly