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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

What documents do I need to enroll my child in Monroe County Public Schools?

• Birth Certificate or Passport
  (One proof of student’s date of birth)
• Verification of Home Address
  (Two proofs of local address: rental contract, utility bill, local driver’s license, credit card, bank account, must show name and current address)
• School Record from the school last attended
  (Most recent report card from the previous school)
• Immunization Record
  (Official vaccination record that clearly shows dates)

Which schools offer English language instruction?

Your home address in Bloomington/Monroe County will determine which school your student attends. Normally, students attend the school in the neighborhood where they live. (See School maps.) If your child needs English language instruction, please check ESL/ENL Program at each school. Currently, 5/14 elementary schools, 3 middle schools and 2 high schools offer ESL/ENL instruction. Two schools, Templeton Elementary School and Tri-North Middle School are assigned as ESL/ENL magnet schools in MCCSC to serve students from neighborhood schools where English language instruction is not yet available. Transportation to magnet schools will be provided free of charge.

 

Does my child need to take the English Language Proficiency Test?

• Yes. According to U.S. education law, new students who speak or used to speak languages other than English must take a test in school to evaluate their English language proficiency within 30 days of their first day of school. Parents will be notified in writing of the test results and our recommendations for placement. Beginner and intermediate English Language Learners will be recommended for instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL – grades 1-8) or English as a New Language (ENL – a high school course good for two years of English credit).
  
• English language proficiency level is determined by Indiana state standards in 5 levels using state-approved tests. There are four levels of language learning and level 5 is fluency.

 

Could you tell me about Tutoring & Homework Help service?

Volunteer tutors for students who need help for English language learning or homework are available through the ESL Office. Teachers may recommend tutoring or you can request the service yourself. This service is free of charge. The volunteer tutors are trained and supervised by MCCSC staff.

 

Is Translation/Interpretation Service available within MCCSC?

Yes. Translation/Interpretation service is available through the ESL Office. This service is free of charge.

• Document translation
• Parent-teacher conference interpretation
• Interpretation for school programs and presentations

*** Please allow at least one week for translating documents or setting appointments for interpreters.

 

How can I get Lunch / Textbook assistance?

• Application available from your school or from Food Services for federally funded assistance program
• You must provide information about your family income to be eligible.
• Your children may be approved for free or reduced lunch and book charges
• Only daily hot lunch and milk/juice included. You will be charged for extras.

 

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