English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC)
Welcome!
Welcome to La Mesa Junior High's English Learner Advisory Committee's (ELAC) page.
Here, you will:
- understand the purpose of ELAC
- understand the roles & responsibilities of ELAC officers
- learn how to become an ELAC member
- view all meeting agendas and minutes
Our ELAC is an important advisory committee that oversees the EL program. ELAC represents the parent voice for
EL students. ELAC reviews EL data surrounding attendance, reclassification, academic & language proficiency, and
helps the school complete an annual needs assessment and establishes an EL goal for our Single Plan for Student
Achievement (SPSA).
Did You Know?
La Mesa is proud to serve an English Learner student population that speaks over 10 languages!
Our multi-lingual scholars bring their language & culture to enrich our campus.
EL Support Team
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Principal
Thomas Flores
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EL Coordinator
Sara Soltani
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EL Teacher
Tyla Vellos
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EL Teacher
Natasha Moreno
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Dr. Mariaelena Diaz
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
George Nunez Chavez
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Fabiola Jones
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
CURRENT VACANCY
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
CURRENT VACANCY
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Meeting Dates
All parents are welcome to attend ELAC meetings.
| Meeting | Date/ Time / Location |
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| Orientation & Election |
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
5:15 PM
MPR
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| Meeting #1 |
Thursday, October 22, 2026
5:00 PM
Library
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| Meeting #2 |
Thursday, December 3, 2026
6:00 PM
Library
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| Meeting #3 |
Thursday, January 21, 2027
6:00 PM
Library
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| Meeting #4 |
TBD
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