AZ English Language Learner (ELL) Proficiency Standards Evan-Moor: Keeping Healthy Standard Performance Objective Listening and Speaking Identify by name a few familiar objects, ELL I people, and events (e.g., family Delivery of Oral Communications members, body parts, clothing, pets, The student will express orally his or foods, common occupations, seasons, her own thinking and ideas. common school, classroom, and home Beginning objects). Listening and Speaking ELL I Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL I Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Early Intermediate Identify by name some familiar objects, people, and events (e.g., family members, body parts, clothing, pets, foods, common occupations, seasons, common school, classroom, and home objects). Identify by name many familiar objects, people, and events (e.g., family members, body parts, clothing, pets, foods, common occupations, seasons, common school, classroom, and home objects). Recite simple, familiar rhymes and songs with expressive phrasing and intonation.
Activity Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35
Recite familiar rhymes, songs, and stories with clear, audible, and expressive phrasing and intonation.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35
Speak in isolated words (usually a Building Vocabulary TRB pgs single noun or verb), depending heavily 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary on gestures to express meaning. TRB pgs 34, 36, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Speak in isolated words or strings of 2 to 3 words, depending on gestures to express meaning.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 36, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Listening and Speaking ELL I Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Early Intermediate
Speak in short patterns of words and phrases using English grammatical structures and linguistic forms outlined in the Advanced Level with habitual errors that sometimes impede communication.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 36, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg Comprehend a limited number of common words and simple phrases in 37 conversations held on topics of personal relevance (e.g., basic greetings and courtesies) when spoken slowly and with extensive rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues. Comprehend a few common words and Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 37 simple phrases in conversations on topics of personal relevance (e.g., social courtesies, basic needs), when spoken slowly with frequent rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg Comprehend some words, phrases, 37 and short sentences in conversations on topics of personal relevance (e.g., social courtesies, personal information, basic needs, abilities) when spoken slowly with some rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues. Comprehend and follow simple routine instructions for classroom activities that depend on gestures and other contextual clues (e.g., “Let’s form a line for lunch.”) Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 30, 31, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Comprehend and follow short routine instructions (2- to 5- word phrases) for classroom activities in the presence of gestures and clear contextual clues.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 30, 31, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Listening and Speaking ELL I Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL II Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Delivery of Oral Communications The student will express orally his or her own thinking and ideas. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Beginning
Comprehend and follow routine (2- to 3step) instructions for classroom activities in the presence of gestures and clear contextual clues.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 30, 31, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Contribute to classroom and small Applying Vocabulary TRB pg group academic discussions by 37 asking/answering simple questions with considerable hesitancy due to the need to rephrase and search for words. Contribute to classroom and small group academic discussions by asking/ answering simple questions and expressing his or her ability to do or not do something with some hesitancy because of the need to rephrase and search for words. Contribute to classroom and small group academic discussions by asking/ answering questions, agreeing/ disagreeing with others, and making comparisons with some hesitancy because of the need to rephrase and search for words. Interact with adults and peers in formal and informal settings, using English in socially and culturally appropriate ways. Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 37
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 37
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Answer basic questions about readaloud stories with 1- or 2-word responses.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 37
Speak, with satisfactory control over English grammatical structures and linguistic forms outlined in the earlier stage of proficiency (ELL I); however, errors and pronunciation difficulties still may impede communication.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Listening and Speaking ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Beginning Listening and Speaking ELL II Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Early Intermediate Listening and Speaking ELL II Comprehension of Oral Communications The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge. Intermediate Reading ELL I Print Concepts The student will demonstrate understanding of print concepts of the English language. Intermediate
Speak, using English grammatical structures and linguistic forms outlined in the Advanced Level (and in ELL I); however, many errors or irregular forms often impede communication.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Speak, using English grammatical structures and linguistic forms outlined in the Advanced Level (and in ELL I); however, habitual errors sometimes impede communication.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 60
Comprehend key words, formulaic Building Vocabulary TRB pgs phrases, and most short sentences in 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 37 simple predictable conversations on topics of immediate personal relevance (e.g., basic social interactions, needs, warnings) when spoken slowly with frequent rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues. Comprehend a range of expressions Building Vocabulary TRB pgs used to request personal details, direct 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary classroom activities, identify people, TRB pgs 34, 37 objects, and events, and ask for/grant permission when spoken slowly with some rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues. Comprehend and follow short predictable discourse on familiar matters, including familiar events, routines, objects, and people; likes, dislikes, wants, and feelings; and, invitations and apologies when spoken slowly with some rephrasing, repetitions, and contextual clues. Demonstrate appropriate book handing skills (e.g., recognize left to right and top to bottom directionality of English reading). Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 37
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; Assessment TRB pg 61
Reading ELL I Print Concepts The student will demonstrate understanding of print concepts of the English language. Intermediate Reading ELL I Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Beginning Reading ELL I Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Early Intermediate Reading ELL I Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate Reading ELL I Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Beginning Reading ELL I Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Early Intermediate Reading ELL I Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Intermediate
Recognize that print represents spoken Applying Vocabulary TRB language and conveys meaning (e.g., pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; his/her own name, Exit and Danger Assessment TRB pg 61 signs).
Identify and sort a few common objects/ Applying Vocabulary TRB pg pictures into basic categories (e.g., 39 colors, foods, animals).
Identify and sort some common objects Applying Vocabulary TRB pg into basic categories (e.g., colors, 39 foods, animals).
Identify and sort many common objects Applying Vocabulary TRB pg into basic categories (e.g., colors, 39 foods, animals).
Respond to stories dramatized or read Applying Vocabulary TRB pg to him or her, using a variety of physical 37 actions (e.g., matching objects, pointing to an answer), and by drawing pictures.
Respond orally to stories dramatized or Applying Vocabulary TRB pg read to him or her by answering simple 37 questions using isolated words or strings of 2- to 3-word responses.
Respond orally to stories dramatized or Applying Vocabulary TRB pg read to him or her by answering factual 37 comprehension questions using short patterns of words and phrases.
Reading ELL I Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Early Intermediate Reading ELL I Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Intermediate Reading ELL II Print Concepts The student will demonstrate understanding of print concepts of the English language. Beginning Reading ELL II Phonemic Awareness & Decoding The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Early Intermediate
Comprehend and follow simple 1-step (2- to 3-words) written directions for classroom activities that are accompanied by picture cues.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; Assessment TRB pg 61
Comprehend and follow simple 1- to 2- Applying Vocabulary TRB step (2- to 5-words) written directions pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; for classroom activities that are Assessment TRB pg 61 accompanied by picture cues.
Identify letters, words, and sentences.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; Assessment TRB pg 61
Blend short vowel-consonant and Assessment TRB pg 61 consonant-vowel-consonant sounds orally to make a word or syllables (e.g., an, man) .
Reading Blend 2 to 4 phonemes orally into ELL II recognizable words (e.g., Phonemic Awareness & Decoding /c/a/t=cat;/fl/a/t= flat). The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Phonemic Awareness & Decoding The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Beginning Pronounce a few English graphemes with general accuracy while reading aloud (e.g., sounds that relate to their letter names such as /m/, /n/, /p/).
Assessment TRB pg 61
Assessment TRB pg 61
Reading Pronounce some English graphemes ELL II with general accuracy while reading Phonemic Awareness & Decoding aloud. The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Early Intermediate Reading Pronounce many English graphemes ELL II with general accuracy while reading Phonemic Awareness & Decoding aloud. The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Phonemic Awareness & Decoding The student will identify and manipulate the sounds of the English language and decode words, using knowledge of phonics, syllabication, and word parts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Beginning Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate
Assessment TRB pg 61
Assessment TRB pg 61
Recognize and use knowledge of a few Assessment TRB pg 61 spelling patterns such as consonant blends, consonant digraphs (e.g., th, sh, ck ) and vowel digraphs (e.g., ea, ie, ee ) when reading.
Acquire and use accurate, but limited, vocabulary needed to respond appropriately to most common social interactions.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 38, 39
Acquire and use accurate, but ordinary and somewhat limited, vocabulary needed to give and follow 1- to 2-step commands.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27, 30, 31; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 61
Acquire and use accurate, purposeful, and somewhat varied vocabulary needed to state similarities and differences in objects, people, and events.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 37
Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Beginning Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Vocabulary The student will acquire English language vocabulary and use it in relevant contexts. Intermediate
Acquire and use accurate, purposeful, and somewhat varied vocabulary needed to give and follow multiple step directions.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27, 30, 31; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 61
Acquire and use accurate, purposeful, and somewhat varied vocabulary needed to comprehend content area words.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27
Comprehend (point, label, name) with the aid of picture cues a few simple content-area words.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27, 30, 31; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 35, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Comprehend (point, label, name) with the aid of picture cues some simple content-area words.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27, 30, 31; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 35, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Comprehend (point, label, name) with the aid of picture cues many simple content-area words and a few more complex words.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27, 30, 31; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 34, 35, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pgs 59, 60
Use personal dictionary or word walls with pictures to find the meaning of known vocabulary.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29
Use picture dictionary to find the meanings of known vocabulary.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 25, 27, 29
Reading ELL II Fluency The student will read with fluency and accuracy. Beginning Reading ELL II Fluency The student will read with fluency and accuracy. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Fluency The student will read with fluency and accuracy. Intermediate Reading ELL II Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Beginning Reading ELL II Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Early Intermediate Reading ELL II Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Intermediate
Read aloud short, easy, familiar passages with fluency (e.g., accuracy, expression, appropriate phrasing, and attention to punctuation).
Assessment TRB pg 61
Read aloud short, easy, familiar passages with fluency (e.g., accuracy, expression, appropriate phrasing, and attention to punctuation).
Assessment TRB pg 61
Assessment TRB pg 61 Occasionally read aloud familiar grade level text with fluency (e.g., accuracy, expression, appropriate phrasing, and attention to punctuation).
Participate in choral reading when predictably patterned selections of fiction and poetry are read aloud.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37
Participate in the reading of poetry by clapping and chanting to the rhythms and rhymes.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34
Identify specific details (e.g., numbers, Applying Vocabulary TRB pg letters, a few key words, short 37 expressions) of text read to him or her.
Respond to simple questions (e.g., who, Applying Vocabulary TRB pg what, where, why) about text read to 37 him or her.
Reading ELL II Comprehending Text The student will analyze text for expression, enjoyment, and response to other related content areas. Beginning Writing ELL I Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Early Intermediate Writing ELL I Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Intermediate Writing ELL II Writing Applications The student will express in writing his or her own thinking and ideas. Early Intermediate Writing ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Beginning Writing ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Early Intermediate
Comprehend and follow 2- to 5-word written directions for classroom activities with picture cues to assist.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37; Assessment TRB pg 61
Write, with support, 4 to 6 words posted and commonly used in the classroom, printing legibly, and spacing letters, words, and sentences.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 61
Sometimes organize writing from left to Applying Vocabulary TRB pg right and top to bottom. 33; Assessment TRB pg 61
Write 2 to 3 word phrases and simple sentences using key words that are posted and commonly used in the classroom.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 33; Assessment TRB pg 61
Produce independent writing that controls for directionality (left to right, top to bottom), is written legibly, and leaves spaces between words.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 33; Assessment TRB pg 61
Produce independent writing that uses basic English conventions outlined in the Advanced Level with many errors that may confuse the reader.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 33; Assessment TRB pg 61
Writing ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Intermediate Writing ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Early Intermediate Writing ELL II Standard English Conventions The student will identify, describe, and apply conventions of standard English in his or her communications. Intermediate
Produce independent writing that uses basic English conventions outlined in the Advanced Level with some errors and difficulty in naturalness of expression.
Applying Vocabulary TRB pg 33; Assessment TRB pg 61
Sometimes accurately write, with support, numbers, letters, words, short phrases, and sentences for personal use or to complete short writing tasks.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 61
Often accurately write, with support, numbers, letters, words, short phrases, and sentences for personal use or to complete short writing tasks.
Building Vocabulary TRB pgs 23, 27; Applying Vocabulary TRB pgs 33, 34, 35, 37, 38, 39; Assessment TRB pg 61