In Arizona, a New Generation of English Learners at Risk of Being Hurt by Outdated Political Agendas
Arizona’s English-only policy has harmed ELs over the last 20 years, yet leaders want to exclude ELs from dual language programs.
English Learners
A New Look at Dual Language Learner Data Gaps
This brief summarizes interviews with early childhood education leaders seeking to address dual language learner data gaps.
Better Data Collection Upon Enrollment Can Help Schools Support Recently Arrived Immigrant Students
Despite unprecedented numbers, existing laws and processes can help schools and districts prepare to welcome recent arrivals.
Starting Early: Building Strong Partnerships with Multilingual Families in Kindergarten
Hear how family partnership can foster engagement and oral language production among multilingual students directly from a teacher.
Piecing Together Funding to Support English Learners in Rural Alabama
To dive deeper into how newer destinations are adapting to ELs, we studied a school district in rural Alabama.
ESSA Pulse Check:
15 states hoped to have made progress by now, but have they? This blog looks at select states’ English language proficiency performance.
Newcomer English Learner Students in Oklahoma Ease Into Education Through Summer School
Two school districts share how they incorporated language development for immigrant and refugee students into their summer school programs.
Promising State Legislation Related to English Learners in 2023
With the 2023 legislation session underway, here is a look at some positive trends in statewide EL policy.
What to Know About Education Funding in Biden’s Budget
The budget is an important opportunity for the administration to signal its priorities when it comes to education.
English Learner Funding Equity and Adequacy in K–12 Education
A group of experts discuss how to improve English learner (EL) education funding and distill key takeaways.