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English Language Learners

The English Language Learners (ELL) Program in District 86 consists of ELL specific English courses as seen in the Program of Studies, as well as sheltered instruction in content classes. 

Both campuses offer an ELL Resource class, and in 2023-24, the district will expand to a Transitional Bilingual Program (TBE) at both campuses and offer a Spanish heritage course for native Spanish speakers.

The following courses are offered at Hinsdale Central: 

Every year

ELL 1, ELL 2, ELL 3

2022-23 sheltered courses

Consumer Economics, Earth Science, Civics, World Cultures

2023-24 sheltered courses

US History, Biology, Health, Speech, Black American Literature

ELL Department Staff

Jacqueline Bessette

Titles: ELL Teacher
Locations: Central
Email:
Phone Numbers:
Work: 630-570-8332

Samantha Cortez

Titles: Paraprofessional
Locations: Central
Email:

Ann Corvino

Titles: Paraprofessional
Locations: Central
Email:

Mala Jahan

Titles: Paraprofessional
Locations: Central
Email:
Phone Numbers:
Work: 630-570-8323

Treacy O'Keefe

Titles: ELL Coordinator
Locations: Central
Email:
Phone Numbers:
Work: 630-570-8235

Amy Profetto

Titles: ELL Teacher
Locations: Central
Email:
Phone Numbers:
Work: 630-570-8590
Treacy O'Keefe

Treacy O'Keefe

ELL Coordinator
Central