ESU 13 supports panhandle schools in their efforts to serve English language learners and immigrant children.  ELL programming addresses the dual purpose of English language development and content standard proficiency for students whose first language is other than English.  ESU 13 can provide assistance with identification, assessment, curriculum, instructional strategies, and reporting.  Districts new to serving English language learners are encouraged to join area districts already serving ELL students in the ESU 13 Title III Consortium.  The consortium meets several times a year to focus on current research, state and federal policies, and local needs.  Additionally, ESU 13 partners with Wayne State College to bring an ESL endorsement cohort program to the region.