Vassar English Language Learners Outreach Program (VELLOP)

The Vassar English Language Learners Outreach Program (VELLOP) partners with the Poughkeepsie City School District to provide direct classroom support for multilingual students. VELLOP tutors work alongside classroom teachers to help students understand assignments, complete coursework, and participate in daily instruction.

Many VELLOP tutors use Spanish to clarify directions, explain key concepts, and support communication between students and teachers. Tutors focus on helping students build academic vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, and stay on track with classwork across subject areas.

VELLOP tutors coordinate with teachers to align their support with classroom goals and student needs. This includes working one-on-one with students, assisting small groups, and adapting materials so they are more accessible.

To learn more or to get involved with this initiative, please contact Elizabeth Cannon in the Office of Community-Engaged Learning (OCEL@vassar.edu).

Vassar College gratefully acknowledges the support of the United Way of the Dutchess-Orange County Region and The Mindich Fund for the Vassar Education Collaboration (VEC).