Servicios para estudiantes de inglés
Northwest Georgia Charter Academy is committed to providing equitable educational opportunities for all students, including those whose first language is not English. In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title III of the Every Student Succeeds Act, and Georgia State Board of Education rules, the school ensures that English learners receive high quality language instruction and support services to succeed academically and participate fully in school programs.
To make sure every child receives the right support, all families complete a Home Language Survey at enrollment. This short form helps us understand what languages are spoken at home and whether your child may benefit from English learner services. Completing the survey does not affect admission or enrollment in any way; it is used only to ensure appropriate academic support.
If screening is needed, the school uses the appropriate version of the WIDA Screener, Kindergarten or Grades 1 through 12, to determine eligibility. For students with significant cognitive disabilities who cannot participate in the standard screener, the school follows Georgia Department of Education guidance and may use the WIDA Alternate ACCESS Screener, as determined by the IEP team. Parents are notified within 30 days of the beginning of the school year, or within two weeks if identified mid-year, if their child is eligible for services.
The school provides interpretation and translation services to ensure that parents and guardians can fully participate in their child’s education. Important documents are made available in families’ preferred languages whenever possible, and interpreters are available for meetings upon request. To request an interpreter or a translated document, contact:
Dr. Dawn Williams
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (706) 346-5688
Address: 232 Perry Farm Road, Cave Spring, GA 30124
English learners exit the program upon meeting state proficiency criteria on the WIDA ACCESS assessment. Exited students are monitored for at least two years to ensure continued success without services and remain eligible for testing accommodations during the monitoring period.
