Comprehensive Evaluation Process for English Learners (CEP-EL) Manual

Timothy Tipton, M.A., CCC-SLP and his colleague, Angela Gaviria, Ed.S., from the San Diego Unified School District prepared this manual that describes a Comprehensive Evaluation Process for English Learners (CEP-EL). San Diego Unified School District's Board of Education approved the implementation of this district-wide process that requires all district staff to be familiar with general and special education procedures for ensuring appropriate referrals and identification of English learners for special education services.

The CEP-EL:

• Certifies that newly identified or re-evaluated English learners have been provided a comprehensive evaluation upon identification for special education services
• Is required when considering English learners within any special education disability category
• Documents use of best practices for English learners throughout the evaluation process (from pre-referral to IEP development)