CTE programs offer multiple benefits to multilingual learners. However, they still present challenges for ML participation. This article provides suggestions for instructional strategies that can help educators support MLs in CTE programs. languagemagazine.com/2024/10/24/sup…

This article reports on a dual language program in NYC that will launch in 2025. The program will allow Spanish-speaking students to learn academic subjects in both English and Spanish. The program is the first of its kind! ny1.com/nyc/all-boroug…

I am honored to be moderating the panel at the The Reading League Summit 2025 on "The Simple View of Reading as a Starting Point for Understanding Reading Development in All Learners." Join us in Chicago, 4/22-23, at #TRLSummit2025 to dive into this topic. bit.ly/4hQQV8G

I’m honored to join Montserrat & TESOL Intl Assn & reflect on OELA’s impactful work supporting multilingual learners, educators, & families. We’ll highlight accomplishments, partnerships, & success stories that showcase the power of education to create equity! my.tesol.org/networks/event…

Based on the recommendations made in a recently published report, California needs to expand bilingual education programs, prioritize enrollment of ELs in these programs, and invest more resources in teacher education programs. edsource.org/2024/californi…

Based on the recommendations made in a recently published report, California needs to expand bilingual education programs, prioritize enrollment of ELs in these programs, and invest more resources in teacher education programs. edsource-org.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/edsource.o…

This article is the first in the series of exploring unique educator needs in supporting ELs. This edition of the series features recommendations from three educators who highlight specific needs of educators and ELs in the classroom. edweek.org/teaching-learn…

I am truly honored to be moderating the panel at The Reading League Summit 2025 on "The Simple View of Reading as a Starting Point for Understanding Reading Development in All Learners." I look forward to engaging with expert panelists and deepening our understanding of SVR.

I am truly honored to be moderating the panel at The Reading League Summit 2025 on "The Simple View of Reading as a Starting Point for Understanding Reading Development in All Learners." I look forward to engaging with expert panelists and deepening our understanding of SVR.

Lexia English is an online platform that has proven helpful for ELs in growing their literacy skills and academic language proficiency. This article outlines some of the benefits of this platform. Lexia languagemagazine.com/2024/12/27/kic…

This article explores the foundations of the practice of building a culture of trust and compassion that can have a positive impact on the experiences of ELs entering U.S. schools for the first time. languagemagazine.com/2025/01/08/lea…

The CO Dept of Education recently presented State of the State: Multilingual Learners, which examined the achievements and the needs of this student group. chalkbeat.org/colorado/2025/….

At #NABE2025, we stand united in advocating for bilingualism as an essential skill for our nation’s future. To the President and all policymakers: supporting bilingual education strengthens our economy, enhances national defense, & boosts academic achievement. #BilingualEducation

This article describes research conducted in fifth grade classrooms to explore the question: How can teachers scaffold emergent multilingual students' participation in student-to-student discussions with the goal of scientific sense-making? careers.tesol.org/article/beyond…

Most English-language learning classrooms use conventional teaching methods that focus on grammar drills, vocabulary memorization, reading comprehension and structured writing tasks — all with the emphasis on language accuracy. theconversation.com/bringing-art-i…

Students at Union Endicott High School in New York are learning to cook traditional Italian dishes as part of their Italian language classes. Led by teacher Celia Randesi-Temple, the students are making homemade meatballs, pasta, manicotti and desserts. binghamtonhomepage.com/news/local-new…

I had the opportunity to step into the heart of my beautiful Cuba, with the Broadway musical BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB. It’s completely bilingual! The English script perfectly complements the timeless Cuban songs. The show was Candela like my NABE- National Association for Bilingual Education shirt! #MakeAmericaBilingual

Shoutout to Coca-Cola for getting it right — José with the (tilde) accent on the é! It may seem small, but for so many of us, details like this are a big deal. Representation matters. #ShareaCoke #José #AccentMatters #RepresentationMatters

The Department of Education informed states—one day before the July 1 deadline—that it will not release nearly $6.8 billion in federal grants. States and school districts, having budgeted around these disbursements, now face tough decisions! edweek.org/policy-politic…

How can we bring more intentional, language‑anchored phonics into our classrooms? Just read an insightful piece from Colorín Colorado on creating powerful phonics programs for ELLs. It highlights purposeful, systematic phonics instruction for ELs! colorincolorado.org/article/phonic…