MLL Afterschool and Summer Programs

MLL Summer Enrichment Program
Our summer programs is a 4 week enrichment program that services multilingual students enrolled in CPS English Language Learners programs. Students qualify for our summer programs when they are at beginning to developing English language proficiency levels [ELP 1-2] and are entering grades 1-8.

The ELL summer program's goals are to provide students with opportunities to:

  1. continue to develop English language skills while exploring diverse topics & themes
  2. gain and solidify knowledge & skills in math
  3. access to enrichment activities in the community with field trips and cultural experiences
  4. socialize with other multilingual learners with varied cultural backgrounds

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MLL Afterschool Programs
CPS Multilingual learner students grades 3-8 enrolled in either SEI programs may qualify for an afterschool language development & academic support at 2 different CPS school sites: Graham Parks and Darby Vassall Upper School. Times and dates vary according to the school site. For more information contact your student's school teacher.

ENROOT Program
(Formerly known as the City Links Program of Cambridge Community Services)
Enroot Program is a partner program at CRLS & THE MLL Department. that provides immigrant youth the opportunity to achieve academic, career, and personal success through inspiring out-of-school experiences. For the past 26 years, Enroot has directed programming for low-income immigrant high school students, providing mentorship, leadership development, academic support, and workforce readiness programming. Learn more >>

Summer Discovery
The ML Summer Discovery program is a 4 week enrichment program that services multilingual students enrolled in CPS English Learner Programs entering grades 9-12 and at beginning to intermediate levels of English language proficiency (ELP 1-3). Students may be eligible to earn credits or get paid through the Mayor’s Summer Youth Program.

The ML Summer Discovery program will help students improve their English proficiency and math skills.Students will have the opportunity to participate in art class, projects, and hands-on activities. In addition, students will go on field trips in the Cambridge and Boston areas.

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Location & Contact Information

Department of Multilingual Learner Education
135 Berkshire Street, Cambridge, MA
617.349.6468

Beth Kershner, Director of Multilingual Learner Education (MLE)
Eunmin Kim, MLE Department Clerk

Rejane Castro, Teacher in Charge, SEI Program
Vera Duarte, Teacher in Charge, CRLS SEI Program & International Center
Maureen Hughes, Lead Teacher for Dual Language Programs, Preschool – 8
Debbie Lee, Instructional Coach, Preschool – 12 English Programs
Szu-Ming Li, Lead Teacher for Chinese Immersion Program, CPP-8
Armi Sippel, Teacher in Charge, English Learner Programs

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