Academic Support Services
Resources and tools to support teaching excellence
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English Language Acquisition Services
Vision
English Learners (ELs) will have the opportunity to accelerate their acquisition of English by participating in the Structured English Immersion (SEI) program. The Leona Group embraces every opportunity to support success in all academic areas.
English Learner Identification Process
A home language survey is used as part of the enrollment process to determine if the new student will take the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA). This test measures how well a student knows English, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. All students who qualify for English learner services will take AZELLA annually to monitor progress. Students classified as English learners shall be offered language development support through one of the approved SEI Models from the AZ Department of Education. (A.R.S. §15-756.01)
The Leona Group Arizona Currently Offers the Following English Learner Programs:
SEI Pull-Out Model
- Schedules include 60 minutes per day of targeted ELD time for all EL students, provided by an SEI Endorsed teacher (50 minutes for middle school & high school)
- Grade level/content teachers provide at least 60 minutes of integrated language development (50 minutes for middle school & high school)
SEI Two-Hour Model
- Schedules include 100 minutes per day of targeted ELD for all EL students, provided by an SEI-endorsed teacher.
- English instruction is integrated within the content instruction and includes a focus on how English functions within the discipline and differentiated linguistic supports.
SEI Newcomer Model
- Schedules include 100 minutes per day of targeted ELD time for students in their first year identified as Pre-Emergent ELs.
- Schedules include 100 minutes per week of language instruction within the integrated setting for all EL students.
Exiting the English Learner Program
Students reclassify from English Language Development services when they score Proficient on the Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA). Students who enter The Leona Group schools with limited English language experience can expect to exit the program (reclassify) within 5-7 years. Students who enter with English language experience may only need a few years of additional support in English Language Development.
Our goal is for all English learners to become fully proficient in all domains of the English language (Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking) and to master state standards for academic success as quickly as possible.
Data Management
Welcome to the Data Management page. This page is primarily for Office Managers and provides resources to support student data management.
Student Information System
Leona Group uses Synergy Student Information System (SIS) for seamless integration between data and process management functionality, with student success at the core of our system.
The TeacherVUE portal provides powerful classroom management and communication tools that make everyday tasks faster and easier for teachers, along with a powerful gradebook. The built-in TeacherVUE gradebook offers highly flexible grading options and built-in data analysis that help teachers track student progress, differentiate instruction, and provide effective, timely interventions to students who require extra support.
- One-click report cards, accelerated inline grading, instant breakout groups, seating charts, and assignment creation help you personalize learning for your students.
- Attendance and emergency response reporting make daily routines fast and easy.
- Rubric scoring, traditional or standards-based grading, and test group analysis give deep insights into how you move students farther and faster.
You can access Synergy by visiting the employee portal at LeonaGroup.com/employees. If you have trouble signing in, please contact your school office manager. For password reset, please contact Shannon Williams, Director of Data Management.
School Nutrition - NSLP
Elementary Initiatives
Each team member is committed to creating a culture where every student receives personalized instruction and experiences.
- Developing classroom and campus-level skills for successful data analysis among leaders, teachers, and staff to improve student learning, growth, and achievement
- Sustaining a culture of high expectations for learning and the growth of all students by participating in professional development and professional learning communities to meet the needs of all students
- Partnering with families to understand each student's data and growth, working alongside them to help each student set individual learning goals
- In nurturing, engaging learning environments, students can reach their full potential, visualize their future, and develop the belief that they can impact their community and future.
Our collective goal is that NO matter where OUR students are academically when they begin their journey with us, ALL will demonstrate a minimum of one year's growth or more as measured by ELA, Math, and Science benchmark assessment.
Secondary Curriculum & Instruction
Our high school curriculum and instruction team members support specific strategies that impact instruction and improve outcomes. Across our nineteen high school campuses, Leona teachers are equipped with resources to meet students where they are academically.
IXL Learning
Gives teachers everything they need to support personalized learning. Comprehensive curriculum, real-time diagnostics, personalized guidance, and actionable analytics create a unique roadmap for each student's individual success.
HMH Math
Builds perseverance and creates effective problem-solving skills. Digital tools and skill-practice resources build mathematical fluency and proficiency, as well as confidence and mastery.
ThinkCerca
A research-backed literacy framework for reading and writing across subjects. A scaffolded approach to literacy helps students develop critical thinking skills through the process of analyzing content-rich texts and multimedia.
Discovery Education
Provides teachers timely, relevant content and useful tools and resources to engage students. Virtual field trips, videos, text, podcasts, interactives, and career spotlights create meaningful connections with every lesson.
Need Assistance?
Our Academic Support team is here to help you succeed in the classroom. Reach out with any questions about curriculum, testing, or professional development.
Contact Academic SupportLanguage assistance services are available. Contact us for help in your language.
Social Emotional Learning
Leona Group's dedicated team of social workers and counselors cultivate a positive and caring school community. We also focus on the specific needs of individual students requiring more intensive interventions and support.
SEL competencies such as self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, social awareness, and relationship skills are deepened on Leona Group's campuses, and the lives of each student served.
Strengthening these core competencies drives positive change in classroom environments, campus culture, practices, and policies and creates authentic partnerships and aligned learning opportunities. Through these practices, we see positive outcomes in classrooms, campuses, families and caregivers, and entire communities.