New Jersey Department of Education

Governor Phil Murphy • Lt. Governor Tahesha Way

Parent Notification

Each LEA shall notify a parent or guardian their child has been identified as a multilingual learner. The notification shall:

  • Be in writing and dated.
    • Within 30 calendar days: For a student who enrolls at the start of the school year.
    • Within 14 calendar days: For a student who enrolls after the beginning of the school year.
  • In a language comprehensible to the parent.
  • Include all the required elements in the letter.
  • Include a statement that the parent may decline their child’s placement in a language instructional education program (LIEP) and be given an opportunity to select a different type of LIEP available at the child’s school.

Parent notification placement and continuation letters are available in multiple languages here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does the LEA need permission to administer the ELP assessment for identification?
A. No.

Q. Does the LEA have to annually send a parent notification?
A. Yes. The LEA shall send a letter of continuation to all parents of multilingual learners, including parents who have refused services for their children.

Q. Can the LEA email the parent notification letter?
A. Yes. The email communication must include all the required components.

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Parent Notification

  • All parents have a right to be an informed partner in the education of their child.

    Parent notification is a requirement under Title I and a joint responsibility under Title III of the ESSA.

    Staff should know and share the benefits of language instructional education programs, including creating pathways to the NJ State Seal of Biliteracy.

    Parents of multilingual learners can also participate in the LEA’s parent advisory committee.

    A parent’s primary language shall not be a barrier for parents to participate in their child’s education and academic success.

    LEAs are required to hold and send notice of opportunities for regular meetings with parents of multilingual learners for the purpose of formulating and responding to recommendations. [Title I, Part A (Section 1112(g)(4), ESEA)].


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