- bilingual teachers
- English classes for parents
- cross-district collaboration on ELL teaching efforts
- parent-to-school communication and feedback opportunities
- develop  a strategic, comprehensive ELL plan
- ELL support in early grades
- availability of bilingual programs
- prepare teachers with adequate ELL instructional tools
- transitional support tools such as mental health resources

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Using critical inquiry and cultural-ecological theory, Good et al. investigate the reasons why ELL (English language learner) Hispanic students consistently underperform non ELL students academically.

ELL Academic Performance Gap Among Latino Students

Good, M. E., Masewicz, S., & Vogel, L. (2010). Latino English Language Learners: Bridging Achievement and Cultural Gaps Between Schools and Families. Journal of Latinos and Education, 9(4), 321–339. https://doi.org/10.1080/15348431.2010.491048

 Latino English Language Learners: Bridging Achievement and Cultural Gaps Between Schools and Families

Parents and Teachers of ELL students identified 5 main barriers:
- communication gaps
- lack of teacher preparation
- lack of transitional support
- lack of effective district ELL plan
- culture clashes

Barriers to Academic Achievement for ELL Hispanic Students

Solutions to Barriers for ELL Hispanic Students

Good et al. suggest 9 actions to improve the achievement of Hispanic ELL students. 

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