Year of pandemic highlights education gaps, opportunities for English language learners

The World

English language learners — or ELL students — were already facing hardships at school before the pandemic. But the pandemic added more layers, especially for their parents, many of whom don’t speak English. The World’s Daisy Contreras explores the lessons the year has taught educators and ELL families. 

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