Afterschool Providing Key Literacy Supports to English Language Learner Students

This issue brief highlights the challenges English language learners (ELLs) face in developing literacy proficiency and articulates how afterschool programs can play a central role in providing the supports to help ELL students thrive in school, work, and life. For example, out-of-school time (OST) programs can offer a culturally sensitive atmosphere, literacy-related activities that promote motivation and interest, and opportunities for family engagement. The brief includes examples from five states of activities for ELL youth. 

Publisher
Afterschool Alliance
Author
Afterschool Alliance and Dollar General Afterschool
Resource Type
Issue brief
Length
5 pages
Publication Date
Archive Status
Unarchived