BUSD EL Program

Mission

Brentwood Union School District embraces the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of our students. We are committed to fostering English learners’ full participation in a rigorous, inclusive education that promotes English proficiency, academic excellence, and multilingualism—preparing all students for success in college, career, and civic life.

Vision

We envision an equitable and inclusive educational community where the strengths and identities of multilingual learners are honored and nurtured. Through high-quality instruction, meaningful access to curriculum, and aligned systems of support, we ensure every student thrives academically, socially, and linguistically.

Our English Learner Students

The Brentwood Union School District will provide an exemplary education to all children in a safe, student-centered environment designed to nurture the whole child and partner with families to prepare globally productive citizens.

English Learner Status

EL Status

EL: English Learner

IFEP: Initially Fluent English Proficient

RFEP: Reclassified Fluent English Proficient

Over 35 Languages Spoken

Native Language

Spanish, Arabic,

Mandarin, Cantonese,

Farsi, Hindi,

Pashto, Portuguese,

Punjabi, Russian,

Tagalog, Tamil,

Telugu, Ukrainian,

Urdu, Vietnamese,

and more!

BUSD English Learner Master Plan

How to translate the EL Master Plan Google document:

  1. Open the EL Master Plan Google document.

  2. In the top menu of the Google document, click Tools > Translate document.

  3. Enter a name for the translated document and select a language.

  4. Click Translate.

  5. A translated copy of your document will open in a new window. You can also see this copy in your Google Drive.

How to enable screen reader support:

  1. Navigate to Tools: Open your Google Doc and go to the "Tools" menu. 

  2. Select Accessibility settings: Choose "Accessibility settings" from the dropdown. 

  3. Turn on support: Check the box to "Turn on screen reader support". 

  4. Braille support: If needed, also check the box for "Turn on braille support". 

EL Program Documents

Family Engagement