Dear Parent/Guardian:
The language proficiency of students enrolled in the ESOL program is assessed annually using
the ACCESS for ELLs test. Due to guidance provided this school year from the Maryland State
Board of Education (MSDE), the ACCESS for ELLs assessment will not be given this Spring
2021.
There will be no disruption from instruction due to testing for our English Learners. The next
opportunity for English Learners to take the ACCESS for ELLs assessment will be January and
February 2022.
If you have any questions, please contact the ESOL office, at 301-445-8450, esol@pgcps.org, or
contact your child’s ESOL teacher.
Best wishes as you plan your student’s next steps on his/her academic journey.