English Learners Video

Who Are the Nation’s English-Learners?

September 26, 2017 1:53

The nation’s English-learners are the fastest growing segment of the K-12 student population, and now make up 10 percent of public school enrollment. Who are these students, where are they from, and what languages do they speak? This video explains.

Video

Teaching Profession Video VIDEO: Veteran Educator Larry Ferlazzo Retires, Reflects on His Career
Ferlazzo will continue his Education Week opinion blog and plans to be a volunteer teacher to incarcerated youth this fall.
2:09
School & District Management Video How Federal Cuts Are Affecting School Meals and Local Farmers
Elimination of the $660 million Local Food for Schools grant means less fresh food for students, and a financial hit for local farmers.
A delivery from Turner’s Dairy is dropped off at Yarnick's Farm in Indiana, Pa., on June 4, 2025.
A delivery from Turner’s Dairy is dropped off at Yarnick's Farm in Indiana, Pa., on June 4, 2025.
Nate Smallwood for Education Week
School & District Management Video This District’s Solution to Teacher Burnout? 4-Day School Weeks
A small Ohio district uses a four-day school week to recruit and retain teachers, while improving their work-life balance.
2:38
Teaching Video Teachers, Try This: Graphic Novels to Enhance Any Subject
By incorporating graphic novels in the classroom, students can see themselves reflected in the characters, while covering timely topics.
2:06
060525 TTT Graphic Novels BS
Courtesy of Tim Smyth