Teaching English Language Learners

English Language Learners are one of the fastest growing populations in the United States. In Connecticut, there are almost 35,000 English Language Learners. English Language Learners have unique needs in the education system, 96.6% of ELL receive English services, 76.8% of ELL qualify for free or reduced lunches, the 4 year high school graduation rates for ELL students is just 63%, and over 18% of ELL students were identified for Special Education Services.