Units of Study Tables for English as a New Language (ENL) and Bilingual Education Programs
The Units of Study Tables below outline the mandated services for ELLs under Commissioner's Regulations Part 154-2, in both English as a New Language (ENL) and Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE) programs.
ENL and Home Language Arts Ìý(HLA) instruction are a mandatory requirement for students in ENL or Bilingual Education programs, including Dual Language Programs (DLI).
In 2017,ÌýС槼ºÖ±²¥ released the and created theÌýAcademic and Linguistic Demands (ALDs)Ìýto support them. This toolkit helps teachers identify the specific vocabulary and language structures within the standards so they can better support English Language Learners (ELLs). The ALDs give educators a linguistic framework to ensure ELLs meet grade-level expectations.
Units of Study booklet with glossary
CR Part 154-2 (K-8) English as New Language (ENL) Units of Study and Staffing Requirements
CR Part 154-2 (9-12) English as New Language (ENL) Units of Study and Staffing Requirements
CR Part 154-2 (K-8) Transitional Bilingual Education Program
CR Part 154-2 (9-12) Transitional Bilingual Education Program
The Units of Study Table Glossary covers key terms that are used in the Units of Study tables and in other OBEWL documents.
Please refer to the Program OptionsÌýfor English Language Learners page for detailed descriptions of ELL programs.
Updated 5/14/2026