Reclassification Orientation

When will an English learner get reclassified? Check all that apply.

• Receive passing grades in all classes.

• Demonstrate English language proficiency comparable to grade-level English-speaking students.

• Participate effectively in the regular instructional programs.

• Speak English fluently.

What are the criteria for reclassification? Check all that apply.

• Score at performance level 4 on the ELPAC

• Complete the two most recent English classes with C or better

• Perform at the basic or above level in the RI

• Parent consent

Who needs to participate in the ELPAC (English Language Proficiency Assessment for California)?

• All students

• All 11th-graders

• All English learners

• English Learners and reclassified English language proficient students (RFEP)

How often do English learners participate in the ELPAC?

• Annually until they are reclassified

• Annually until they graduate

• Only during their Junior year

• Every summer

What skills are tested in the ELPAC?

• Reading and writing

• Listening and speaking

• All of the above

• None of the above

In 2020-2021, 182 RHS students participated in the ELPAC. How many of them scored at level 4?

• 165

• 107

• 58

• 17

The ELPAC is used to measure a student's progress in learning English. If a student scored at level 1 last year, what level should this student be aiming for this year? Check all that apply.

• Level 1

• Level 2

• Level 3

• Level 4

David was not able to reclassify last year. What might have denied his reclassification?

• He scored at level 4 in the ELPAC.

• He received an F in English during the Spring semester.

• He received a B in English during summer school.

• He scored at the basic level in the RI.

Jane was not able to reclassify last year. What might have denied her reclassification?

• She scored at level 3 in the ELPAC.

• She received a B in English.

• She scored at the proficient level in the RI.

• She failed her math and history classes.

Why is reclassification important?

• You have met the English language acquisition expectations set forth by the state of California.

• You have achieved an academic goal to be English proficient.

• You do not have to take the ELPAC ever again.

• You cannot graduate if you do not get reclassified.