Over 50 Students From Puerto Rico Welcomed By New London Schools

NEW LONDON, CT — The New London School District is working to make adjustments after welcoming over 50 students from Puerto Rico who have been uprooted by Hurricane Maria, as reported by the New London Day. That number is a fraction of the 1,722 students who have come to Connecticut following the Sept. 20 storm.

District officials said they have welcomed 51 students from Puerto Rico to date, a number that is expected to double in February, according to the New London Day. This sudden influx has prompted the need for more bilingual teachers and support staff despite budget limitations.

The Board of Education has reacted with a recent vote to allow the district to take $172, 313 from all of its schools and central office budgets, the New London Day reported. These funds will go toward hiring new educators in schools where it is most needed.

Read the full story at the New London Day.

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