English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) Overview

What is ELAC? 

Each California Public School from Kindergarten through grade 12, with 21 or more English learners must form a functional English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC). The ELAC is a committee for parents or other community members who want to advocate for English Learners.

How does ELAC help my student and me? 

Responsibilities:

1. The ELAC shall be responsible for advising the principal and staff on programs and services for English learners.
2. The ELAC shall assist the school in the development of:

1. The school's needs assessment.
2. The school's annual language census.
3. Ways to make parents aware of the importance of regular school attendance.