Support and Services

For questions regarding initial identification, reclassification, DELAC, and general compliance: 
Data, Assessment and Accountability Department
data@scusd.net 

For questions regarding elementary student programs and pathways:
Elementary Education
mpadron@scusd.net 

For questions regarding secondary student programs and pathways:
Secondary Education
mschmitz@scusd.net 

For questions on translation and interpretation:
Veronica Navarro
(408) 423-2850
vnavarro@scusd.net
or
Angelica Benitez
(408) 423-2883
abenitez@scusd.net

For questions on community and school resources:
Ha Nguyen 
Bilingual Community Liaison 
(408) 423-3571
hnguyen@scusd.net
or
Jacqueline Reyes
Bilingual Community Liaison 
(408) 423-3587
jreyesdelgado@scusd.net 

At SCUSD, Bilingual Community Liaisons are the bridge of communication between schools and families of newcomers and English Learner (EL) students in their primary language. The main purpose is to connect families with community resources and provide educational opportunities through our close partnership with the Family Resource Center. 

Ha Nguyen 
(408) 423-3571
hnguyen@scusd.net

Maria Jimenez Galindo
(408) 423-3565
mjimezgalindo@scusd.net

If a student is both classified as a student with exceptional needs and as an English Learner (“dual identified”), the student will be placed in this pathway the specifications of which will depend on the student’s individualized education plan.

English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)

Each school with 20 or more designated EL learners will have an English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC), a site-specific advisory committee that explores, discusses, provides meaningful input about the needs of emerging bilinguals in the school. Each of these committees is governed by its bylaws, which describe the tasks that parents will perform and the ways in which the school is to support them. 

District English learner advisory committee meeting (DELAC)

Each ELAC elects a parent of an English learner student to represent their school at the monthly District English learner advisory committee meeting (DELAC). The DELAC is designed to provide an opportunity for two-way communication and a forum for parents of English learners to make recommendations regarding the budget and programs dedicated to English learners. DELAC meetings are held virtually. For the most up-to-date meeting dates and times, please visit the District English Learner Advisory Committee webpage. 

SCUSD receives federal funding under Title I Part A,Title II, Part A, and Title III.

Title I

Title I funding is apportioned based on the percentage of low-income students in the school district and is used primarily at K-5 school sites with the highest percentages of low-income students to support improving academic achievement.

Title II

Title II is a funding source for teacher professional development designed to support teachers in working effectively with struggling students, especially low-income and English language learners.

Title III

Title III is a funding source used specifically to support the progress of English language learners.

More information regarding Title I, Title II, and Title III can be found on the California Department of Education website.

The Santa Clara Unified School District (SCUSD) Migrant Education Program works to ensure that migrant children fully benefit from the same free public education and support services provided to other children in the district. To achieve this purpose, the program offers the following: 

• Supplemental academic programs and wellness resources for students to promote teaching and learning
• Migrant Liaison support for families to answer questions and help families navigate the school system

To learn more about the Migrant Program in Region 1, please visit the Santa Clara County Office of Education, Migrant Education website. For questions about Migrant Education in SCUSD, please contact Maria Jimenez Galindo at (408) 423-3565.

SCUSD provides additional instructional time and academic support in its summer school program. This program runs between June and July each academic year and is offered through the migrant student program.

Parents will be made aware of its existence, availability, and requirements for participation.

Questions?

Please email mschmitz@scusd.net or call 408-423-2121.

The Translation and Interpretation Office (TIO) is composed of two head interpreters and a team of more than 20 permanent and on-call employees who offer districtwide language support to meet the needs of English Learner populations and their families. The TIO is in charge of all of SCUSD language needs including translation of vital district documents, such as: and handbooks, Superintendent communications, surveys, announcements, letters, flyers, federally mandated postings, school newsletters, etc. They also interpret at various site and district meetings, such as  Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s), 504s, District and Site English Language Advisory Committee’s board meetings, award nights, back to school nights, orientations and focus groups.

District Head Interpreters/Translators

Veronica Navarro
(408) 423-2850
vnavarro@scusd.net

Angelica Benitez
(408) 423-2883
abenitez@scusd.net