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Multilingual Learners director briefs New London Board on programming and budget
Summary
Maria Carrillo, Director of Multilingual Learners, presented an overview of MLL administration, enrollment, native languages, programming including Latinos in Action K–12 and world language courses, and departmental budget considerations. A copy of the presentation is available on request.
Maria Carrillo, Director of Multilingual Learners for the New London School District, presented the department’s annual update to the Board of Education on Jan. 26, 2026. The presentation covered MLL administration and mission, district enrollment, native languages spoken, Connecticut’s bilingual statute, MLL programming including Latinos in Action (K–12), world language courses, and the MLL department budget.
Board members praised the presentation’s clarity and professionalism. Dr. Cynthia Ritchie, Superintendent of Schools, and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hills-Papetti were present for the report. The board noted the material will be circulated; a copy of the presentation was recorded as available in its entirety upon request. The transcript does not specify dollar amounts or line-item budget details for the MLL budget.
