The achievement gap in Connecticut is multifaceted and shaped by disparities in income levels, language, vocabulary, background knowledge, preparedness and opportunity. ELLI was created to close the achievement gap for all children.
The development of early language and literacy skills lays the foundation for reading and future success in school, work and life. In order to master other subjects and communicate what they have learned, children need the ability and interest to read and write.
The ELLI Lab School at Stepping Stones Museum for Children is designed to advance the intellectual, physical and social-emotional development of children ages 18 months – 5 years through play.
The program features:
Designed to advance the intellectual, physical and social-emotional development of children ages 12 weeks – 5 years through play.
The program features:
The ELLI Classroom at Fox Run Elementary School in Norwalk opened in 2014 as a result of the close partnership between Norwalk Public Schools and Stepping Stones. Now ELLI has classrooms at Fox Run Elementary School, Naramake Elementary School and Wolfpit Elementary School serving children ages 3 – 5 years.
These programs feature:
Click to learn more about ELLI Classrooms at Norwalk Public Schoolsor call Johanna Valencia at 203 854 4113.
ELLI Lead Partners:
ELLI Partnerships: