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 6 languages!
Our multi-lingual scholars bring their language & culture to enrich our campus.
EL Support Team
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Principal
Kullen Welch
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EL Coordinator
Jenni Frias
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EL Counselor
Marie Mancini
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Maria Chee
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Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Esperanza Alonso
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Meeting Dates
All parents are welcome to attend ELAC meetings.
| Meeting | Date/ Time / Location |
| Orientation & Election |
Thursday, August 31, 2023
5:30 PM
MPR
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| Meeting #1 |
Thursday, November 2, 2023
5:00 PM
Library
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| Meeting #2 |
Thursday, December 7, 2023
6:00 PM
MPR
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| Meeting #3 |
Thursday, February 1, 2024
6:00 PM
MPR
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| Meeting #4 |
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Time to be determined
Golden Valley High School (joint ELAC meeting)
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