Our Response to COVID-19
- Our Reponse to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Responding to Emergency Closures - March 2020
- Continuity of Learning Plan - April 2020
- Summer Learning for All
- Spanish Language Radio Lessons
- COVID-19 Spring School Closure Hotline Support
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Virtual PLUS+ model
- Highlights of Virtual PLUS+
- Guiding Framework
- Guiding Policies
- Learning Advisory Team
- News Release - August 28, 2020
- News Release - August 7, 2020
- News Release - July 31, 2020
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Virtual PLUS+ Survey: Your thoughts on School Opening
- Virtual PLUS+ Learning
- Virtual PLUS+ Access
- Virtual PLUS+ Food Access
- Virtual PLUS+ Child Care
- Virtual PLUS+ Helpline
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Planning for the Reopening of Schools
- Planning Timeline
- Thought Partners
- Reopening Cross-functional Planning Teams
- Guiding Documents
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July 20-24, 2020 - Reopening of Schools Community Chats
- Reopening Community Chat led by Gaynelle Diaz from ARHA
- ACPS Staff Reopening Chat
- Community Chat focused on Students with Disabilities and Special Needs
- Reopening Community Chat in Arabic
- School Community Reopening Chat With PTAC Representation
- Reopening Community Chat in Spanish | Conversación Comunitaria en Español
- Reopening Community Chat in Amharic | የኮሚዮኒቲ ውይይት በአማርኛ
- Reopening Chats for Students
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Changes for the 2020-21 School Year
- Revised Budget following the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Video Updates from the Superintendent
- Phased Reentry Plans - October 2020
- ACPS-At-Home (COVID-19 Response)
- Continuity of Learning Plan - April 2020
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Meeting the Needs English Learners
Plan for the Continuity of Learning

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Equity and Access in Distance Learning: Overarching Principles
English learners will receive access to the same challenging, high-quality academic content as all ACPS students. English Learner (EL) students will participate in grade-level instruction and activities as well as engage in English Language Development (ELD) activities to simultaneously learn content and develop English language proficiency. It is important for students to read, write, speak, and listen to English every day.
The Office of English Learner Services will collaborate with the content-area teams to ensure distance learning resources are accessible to all learners, including English learners. Teachers will ensure equity and access through intentionally scaffolded content materials, amplifying language, and literacy. EL teachers will scaffold and support teachers in designing content to be delivered remotely and will consistently communicate with families.
Additionally, ACPS has compiled ELD resources that incorporate a variety of reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities. English Language Development activities for K-2 students have been integrated into the K-2 learning packets. English Language Development resources and activities for grades 3-12 will be posted to the ACPS EL Office Canvas page for EL teachers to access and share with students. This page will be updated frequently. English Learner students and families will receive support from general education teachers, EL teachers, and school-based Parent Liaisons.
Alexandria City Public Schools will:
- Ensure internet connectivity for students;
- Provide devices for students participating in distance learning (grades 3-12) in order to access the learning activities;
- Provide essential information in multiple languages to the extent possible;
- Ensure assignments and tasks are student self-directed to the extent possible, so as to not to require parental/caregiver assistance for students to understand or complete tasks;
- Design course materials and activities in ways that are accessible to all students; and
- Share ELD recommended resources and activities via the ACPS EL Office Canvas page.
Main Topics
- Staff Guidance and Expectations for English Learners
- Student Guidance and Expectations
- Information for Parents/Caregivers
Download the Continuity of Learning Plan (PDF)