Categorical and English Learners
The Categorical and English Learners Office collaborates with the district, school sites, community members, and county and state agencies to ensure funds are used as intended and effectively address student needs.
View Local Control and Accountability PlaN (LCAP) Information and Resources
Cassie Gossett
Director of Categorical Grants
Phone: 707-556-8921 x50020
Email: cgossett@vcusd.org
Supporting Equity and Student Success
The Categorical and English Language Learners office is responsible for implementing and overseeing federal and state grant programs at the district and school site level. These programs and resources are designed to supplement students' needs beyond the general fund regular education program and provide equity in services so that all students have the opportunity to excel and reach their goals. In addition, our department also supports and monitors the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
English Language Learner Programs
English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
Currently, the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) is the mandated state test for determining English language proficiency (ELP). It must be given to students whose primary language is one other than English.
California and federal law require that local educational agencies administer a state test of ELP to eligible students in kindergarten—or year one of a two-year kindergarten program, also referred to as transitional kindergarten—through grade twelve.
The ELPAC is aligned with the 2012 California English Language Development Standards and is comprised of two separate ELP assessments: The Initial ELPAC and the Summative ELPAC.
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Access More ELPAC Resources from the CA Department of Education
Alternative Support Services Program
The Alternative Support Services Program (formerly SES) is offered to schools that were previously designated as a Program Improvement School. Students attending these schools may be eligible to apply for free tutoring services. These tutoring services are in addition to those programs the students receive at school. They must be provided outside the regular school hours.