Agenda Item
e. Division of Student Services ~ Instructional Resources (Not to exceed $1,400,000)
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Resources
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of supplemental instructional resources and materials for the English Learners Department in an amount not to exceed $­­1,400,000.
Why: The selected vendors have been carefully vetted and identified to
improve access to meaningful content,
increase awareness of sound instructional practices,
provide technological assets that promote creativity, connections, and innovation, and
engage students in rigorous activities/ assessments.
These research-based supplemental instructional resources and materials provide full access to the DCSD’s rigorous curriculum to the school district’s diverse population.
DeKalb County School District adheres to Title III (Federal) funding allocation to provide supplemental services to improve the English language proficiency and academic achievement of English Learners.
Details: The DeKalb County School District will purchase supplemental instructional resources and materials to support the academic success of English Learners served through the Division of Student Services (English Learners Department) in accordance with Board Policy DJE (III.D.3.g).
Financial impact: The total financial impact for SY2025-2026 is not to exceed the amount of $1,400,000.
Title III Funds and general funds will be used to purchase these resources.
Charge codes:
460.1000.553200.07221.7130.1816.6015.094.2025
100.1000.553200.07711.7130.1353.6015.094.0000
Contact: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services
Dr. Evelyn Hall, Executive Director of English Learners Department, Division of Student Services
Effective: July 14, 2025- July 13, 2026
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone is a supplemental resource that provides intensive language support for newcomer English
language learners (ELLs) in grades 3-12. Rosetta Stone is an immersive language program that provides
realistic situations and scenarios for students to practice using English in all four language domains: speaking,
reading, writing, and listening. Teachers can assign differentiated practice and assignments within the
Rosetta Stone platform to enhance student learning outside of content and language instruction.
Rosetta Stone accounts are also available to support parent and DCSD staff language acquisition. DCSD staff
can utilize Rosetta Stone to learn languages that enhance their cultural and linguistic understanding with the
diverse student population and communities within DeKalb County. Parents and families of DCSD students
can access Rosetta Stone accounts to assist with their English language acquisition, facilitating a smoother
transition for supporting their DCSD students and navigating in the community.
Note. The data chart shows the usage by students, staff, and parent/families with Rosetta Stone accounts.