This document outlines the typical stages of second language acquisition: 1) Preproduction - Students can point, nod, or use single words but typically do not speak. 2) Early Production - Students begin to speak using simple phrases and short sentences. 3) Speech Emergence - Students use basic sentences and begin to ask questions, though errors are common. 4) Intermediate Fluency - Students speak using complex sentences and share opinions, but may need support with academic language. 5) Continued Language Development - Students can fully participate in grade-level activities with some adaptations. The process from early exposure to fluency typically takes 5-10 years.