Melissa Bauer

The Albia Community School District's K-12 Lau Plan outlines the district's approach to serving English Learners (ELs). The plan details the identification and placement of EL students using assessments like the ELPA21, the provision of a Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP) with various models (Intensive English for Newcomers, Content Based ESL, and ESL), communication with parents, and procedures for program exit and re-entry. The plan emphasizes collaboration between EL teachers, classroom teachers, and administrators to ensure EL students receive appropriate support to meet academic and English language proficiency goals. The district uses a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) to identify and serve gifted ELs and ELs with special education needs. Ongoing professional development for staff is also a key component of the plan, along with annual monitoring of student progress and program evaluation using data from various assessments.

The Albia Community School District's 2023-2024 At-Risk Dropout Prevention and MTSS plan focuses on identifying and supporting at-risk students using a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). The plan outlines strategies for identifying at-risk students based on individual background, early adult responsibilities, school performance, engagement, and behavior. Interventions include supplemental instruction in reading and math, social-emotional support, English language learner support, credit recovery, and an alternative program. Collaboration with community resources, school-based support systems, counseling services, and parent engagement are also key components. The plan emphasizes data-driven decision-making, staff collaboration, and compliance with non-discrimination legislation to improve student outcomes.