On Thursday, January 24, 2013 the English Language Learning program of Newton Public Schools hosted a Resource Fair for families of current and former English Language Learners. 

Families were invited to learn about some of the different school and community resources available in Newton including preschool programs, summer camp and after school programs, adult English classes, student support and more. Dinner and childcare was provided so families to talk with exhibitors, and interpreters for Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Japanese and Korean languages were also offered.

"The Resource Fair for families of English learners is a wonderful event for families to meet new people and learn about the many services and resources Newton has to offer," said English Language Learning Program Director Jody Klein.

Over 300 people attended.