English Learners (ELs) face unique challenges in the classroom as they strive to learn academic content while their English language skills are still developing.

The Fulton County ESOL program provides support for English language acquisition and development of skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing through content based instruction. By combining language-rich classes with standards-based instruction teachers create an environment that is both nurturing and academically rigorous as they prepare students to fully participate in mainstream classrooms.

The ESOL department provides specialized training and on-going support for ESOL and mainstream teachers, school administrators, and support staff. Our goal is to equip all school personnel to work effectively with English Learners throughout the school, thus enabling these students to achieve their full educational potential.

ESOL Program Schools

Fulton County Schools is in the process of adopting new resources for the elementary (k-5) ESOL courses.  Parents and members of the community are encouraged to visit one of the sites displaying the materials to review and provide feedback.  The two textbook series being considered for adoption are Advancing Language Learning by Benchmark and Reach Higher by National Geographic Cengage. 

Materials will be on display from January 5 to February 6, 2023, at the following locations:

• Administration Center
• North Learning Center
• South Learning Center
• Campbell Elementary
• Hapeville Elementary
• Manning Oaks Elementary
• Mimosa Elementary 
• Wilson Creek Elementary