Quick facts about ELP Testing for MLs: ✅ Why: Annual assessments aren’t just a compliance check; they help track student progress and tailor instruction. ✅ Assessments: WIDA and other state-approved tests measure student growth in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

How is your district supporting immigrant families through policy shifts? ☑️ Stay current ☑️ Reassure families ☑️ Connect to resources like zurl.co/HxGyT ☑️ Train Your Team ☑️ Build partnerships with attorneys, advocacy groups, and community resources

The latest EduSkills article offers actionable strategies to prepare multilingual learners for success—from reducing test anxiety to leveraging assessment data for targeted instruction. Let’s elevate our EL programs together. Read more: A zurl.co/yd73M

Effective PL is built on community needs and teacher-driven insights. As David Rogers explains about the La Cosecha Dual Language Conference, "I think it's because it came from the community. Teachers are still the driving force; it's a conference by teachers for teachers".

Our team at EduSkills is dedicated to empowering multilingual learners and those who support them. We’re on a mission to help districts maximize funding and simplify compliance with our easy-to-use platform.

In a recent interview, Dr. Jenni Torres, the new executive director of WIDA, discusses the importance of embedding language support into content instruction. Learn more about how English Learner standards enhance classroom experiences: zurl.co/BCknS

Miguel Briones and Dr. Kelly Forbes remind us of the importance of the values we must model if we want the next generation to be a healing force. "We have to teach kids empathy and compassion if they're going to be to be adults that do it." Listen here: zurl.co/gSfGf

At EduSkills, we know that strong vocabulary skills are essential for academic success—especially for multilingual learners. Want more easy-to-use vocabulary strategies? Grab our free 5 Vocabulary-Boosting Activities eBook! 👉 Download here zurl.co/OPYX3

Looking for ways to support multilingual learners? We loved this article on pairing AI tools with metacognitive strategies to build student autonomy and boost outcomes for MLs. It’s a practical read for anyone supporting MLs in today’s classrooms. 👉 zurl.co/IpO91

ELP testing is over—now what? We share 3 simple ways to help EL/ML leaders and educators reset with purpose—while keeping students, staff, and families at the heart of the work. 👉 zurl.co/cnE3G

The Science of Reading movement has sparked debate—but where do multilingual learners fit into the conversation? This TESOL blog offers a powerful reminder that research-backed reading instruction must also account for language development. Read more: zurl.co/oUAHt

This short video shares how EduSkills supports teachers, strengthens programs, and centers the needs of multilingual students every step of the way. If you're curious what impact really looks like - this is it. 💛 🎥 Watch now: zurl.co/P6xog

Instruction can be your anchor when the headlines are heavy and the end-of-year energy dips. An instructional reset isn’t about doing more—it’s about refocusing on what matters most: connection, celebration, and joy in learning. 👉 : zurl.co/qtM1H

Supporting MLs means navigating language, culture, advocacy, and learning—all at once. It’s patient, powerful work that shapes academic growth and futures. We are celebrating educators by shining a light on the incredible impact you make every day.

The Science of Reading offers a strong foundation—but for multilingual learners, it’s just the starting point. Our new summer blog series dives into how SoR how you can adapt instruction without losing the research base. 📚 zurl.co/R9aI7

This guide from Lexia offers a clear, practical starting point for anyone shaping literacy instruction. And for MLs, it’s not just about phonics. Follow along with our summer series as we unpack how SoR can truly support ML success. zurl.co/HbM4d

📢 English is now the official language of the U.S. Bilingualism offers cognitive, academic, and cultural benefits. Let's continue to support multilingual education for all citizens. Read more zurl.co/e7ILa #BilingualEducation #LanguagePolicy

End-of-year energy is real. If you’re looking for ideas to support multilingual learners (and yourself) through the final stretch, we’ve got you. 👉 Explore our blog: zurl.co/y0hkK

Planning with MLs in mind starts with small shifts. ✅ Your learning objective ✅ A matching language objective ✅ A strategy like QSSSA or partner talk ✅ Sentence frames tied to content vocabulary Need more tools like this? We’ve got you. → zurl.co/4ekWO

Summer isn’t just for rest—it’s for recharging our why. That's why we are excited for the EduSkills Building Bridges Conference to head into the new school year with purpose. However you’re finding your why this summer, we hope it brings renewed energy for the work ahead.