Jefferson County Board of Education, 1700 Norris Pl, Louisville, KY 40205, US

Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for sixth- through eighth-grade Multilingual Learners (ML). The Newcomer Academy (NCA) focuses on meeting the unique linguistic, academic, and social-emotional needs of these students who are typically in their first year of instruction in a U.S. school. NCA offers a voluntary program where students receive English as a Second Language (ESL) services and transition to another middle or high school with an ESL Program after one to three semesters. With a strong emphasis on student support and behavior intervention, NCA aims to ensure that all students feel valued and supported in their educational journey. The academy collaborates closely with the Office of Multilingual Learners (OML) to provide comprehensive services and resources to families of non-English language backgrounds. By creating a nurturing environment, NCA helps students build a solid foundation for academic success and a smooth transition into mainstream education.Generated from the website