• Need assistance and prefer to speak in Spanish? Please call the Spanish hotline! (540) 853-2750. ¿Necesita ayuda y prefiere hablar en español? ¡Por favor llame a la línea directa en español! (540) 853-2750. Este sitio web se puede traducir al español. Mire la parte superior de la página y haga clic en Idioma ("Translate").

    RCPS provides comprehensive programs and services for students who are English Learners (EL). Culturally, ethnically, and racially diverse, our strength as a school division is rooted in this diversity.

    RCPS hosts EL Parent/Guardian University events throughout the school year. Follow Roanoke City Public Schools on social media, or contact your school, for more information.

    Volunteers with the EL Parent/Guardian University pose for a photo in the spring of 2023.
  • Supervisor of English Learners and World Languages Programs
    Elizabeth Schenkel
    (540) 853-1394 | eschenkel@rcps.info
    The English Learners Program is part of Academics & Accountability, which reports to:
     
    Dr. Wendy Durham
    Executive Director of Literacy, Academics, & Targeted School Improvement  
    (540) 853-2090 | wdurham@rcps.info 
    Curriculum and academic departments report to:

    Dr. Cyndi Williams
    Chief Academic & Accountability Officer
    (540) 853-6113 | cynthiawilliams@rcps.info