VISION

The Hempstead Union Free School District will challenge every multilingual learner (MLL) to develop a command of literacy in the home language, the English language, and other World Languages to meet the demands of a global society. Multilingual learners will become inquirers, knowledgeable thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk takers, balanced and reflective students.

MISSION

The Hempstead Union Free School District will build the capacity of all teachers of multilingual learners to become facilitators of learning language through content and the love of life-long learning through professional development that is meaningful, actionable, and applicable to every diverse scholar.

Dear Educators,

As we embark on this new school year, let us remember that our focus is to create sustainable systems that will benefit our students now and in the future. In order to better serve the needs of the HUFSD’s expanding multilingual population, the department closely collaborated with state representatives, district and building leaders. This was done to enhance and strengthen the programs and services required in CR Part 154.

For the 23-24 school year, we are implementing the following initiatives:

• Integrated ENL in grades (K-6)

• Dual language classes has been extended to include Grade 2

• We're pleased to introduce Renaissance Star as the universal screener for all English Language Learners grades K-12

The district is committed to finding innovative ways to ensure that ELLs/MLLs are provided with the services and support they need. It is our goal to build a stronger learning community, which will lead to greater student achievement.

I look forward to a year in which our academic excellence continues to shine upon our shared belief in bilingual and multilingual education.

Director of Bilingual Education & World Languages

Michelle Pineda-Rodgers

Hempstead Union Free School District

516-434-4154

Welcome Hempstead Community! I am so excited to begin the 2023-2024 school year as I continue to support learning and holistic teaching to meet the needs of all our scholars. My goal is to provide guidance with professional growth, collaboration, implementation of best practices, data-driven instruction and reflection to foster growth and success. I look forward to working with all of you as we continue our journey to "Getting Getter" together.

dranieri@hempsteadschools.org

516-434-4156

Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year! My goal is to assist, by placing the students in the appropriate academic program to meet their English Language needs by complying with the NYS CR-Part 154 Identification Process. In addition to the Hempstead UFSD, I look forward to assisting you with any NYSITELL/NYSESLAT or placement data.

lsarceno@hempsteadschools.org

516-434- 4114

516-434-4757

Greetings!

My name is Carmen Palacios de Rodriguez. I am a Bilingual Clerk/Typist for the Hempstead School District. I am a member of the Bilingual Education & World Languages Department. Since 2015 I have been working for the District of Hempstead and it has been a privilege to assist our school community, staff, parents, etc. I work closely and cooperatively with School Office Manager. My goal is to continue serving the Hempstead School community!

cpalaciosderodriguez@hempsteadschools.org

516-434-4112

SIFE Teacher (Hempstead High School)

District

Lizz Sarceno

Beatriz Caban

Alexis Jovel

Daniela Ranieri

Barack Obama

Roseland Pierre

Cynthia Perez

Mayra Delgado

Maria Ringgold

Jackson Main/ Jackson Annex

Jeanette Tillman

Richard Mata Castro

Richardo Carmona

Justo Galeas

Janice Carter

Prospect

Lorena Escobar

Desiret Nuesi

Rhodes

Diorca Badaraco

Evelia Santiago

Stacey Toich

Alba Perez

Cynthia Encarnacion

Jaelle Mann-Tineo

Jasmin Shepard

David Paterson

Claudia Vaca

Maria Tringali

Joseph McNeil

Silviana Mestizo

Maria Fernandez

Carmen Flores

Carmen Palacios De Rodriguez

ABGS M.S.

Carmen Alvarez-Holmes

Karen Guevara

Richard Cardenas

Stephanie Diaz

Sendy Rivas

High School

Maria Luperon

Daphne Pradella

Co-Teaching and One -Way Dual Language Support

Our summer workshops were filled with professional development opportunities for teachers. They worked together to discuss best practices in teaching for integrated ENL and One-Way dual programs models as well as effective co-teaching strategies to enhance learning and foster growth for success.

Ms. Susanne Pena

Dual Language Expert Consultant

susannepena@smpedconsulting.com

As we begin the school year, we will be implementing co-teaching models with fidelity.Teachers attended one of the four Co-Teaching workshops with Dr. Kelly Cordeiro and Dr. Erica Flores at Western Suffolk BOCES as they collaborated and engaged in authentic activities and co-teaching strategies.

NYSED L.I. Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network at ESBOCES ESL/Bilingual Programs

Dr. Kelley E. Cordeiro

ENL Resource Specialist
kcordeir@esboces.org
Office Tel: 631.595.6911

Dr. Erica Flores

ENL Resource Specialist
eflores@esboces.org

Office Tel: 631.595.6911

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to reflect on the importance of Hispanic and Latinx culture. As a diverse community, we all come together to celebrate and grow while supporting and embracing one another's culture and identity.

This school year we will continue to utilize Renaissance to provide instructional support for success to all our English Language Learners. Through Renaissance, we provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate their skills in their home language, thus building upon their skills to proficiency. Our instructional ecosystem gives teachers and administrators a clear view of their students every step of the way. Simple, accurate assessment tools show teachers exactly where students are and what they’re ready to learn next. Engaging and flexible instructional tools personalize learning to each student’s unique needs, while insights and data solutions provide administrators with a clear vision into what’s happening in their schools.

Please scan the QR code for additional support with utilizing the Renaissance resources and assessment protocols.

· 9/28: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 10/12: Helping ELL Students Succeed Part 1

· 10/26: Newly enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 11/30: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 12/21: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 1/18: Helping ELL Students Succeed Part 2

· 1/30: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 2/29: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 3/26: Newly Enrolled ELL Parent Orientation

· 4/4: NYSESLAT Testing Workshop for Parents & Students

· 5/21: Language Continuum Exhibition

· 6/13: Helping ELL Students Succeed Part 3