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Michigan State University’s Center for Language Teaching Advancement was awarded a U.S. Department of Education grant to create a national language resource center that will enhance and support the teaching of less commonly taught languages nationwide. ow.ly/CRe250Kmamw

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Accurate! 💯

The job of an ELL teacher in a nutshell.

In total, SD129 families of Seal of Biliteracy students who are English Learners could save $25,000 in tuition for approximately $460 in testing. ow.ly/avw250KRX4F

I think it's helpful to remember that students aren't going to acquire overall English proficiency in a short period of time. Our goal is to help them stay above water until they get there. Don't be too hard on yourself or your students when life takes its time.

Mr Harakal’s Calculus sts helping Mr. Miller’s ESOL sts prepare for an Algebra test. #FreedomFamily #Friendsgiving Ms. Sage-FHS BASD ESOL

Sts from Mr. Harakal and Mrs. Lynn’s classes enjoy authentic conversational English. FreedomFamily #Friendsgiving Ms. Sage-FHS BASD ESOL

The first illegal immigrants arrived from Europe via a boat. Agree?

Another successful Friendsgiving at FHS. Thank you to everyone that donated food or their time!@BASDMsSage⁩ ⁦BASD ESOL⁩

Around The Web In ESL/EFL/ELL larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2022/11/19/aro…

In the next 10 years, we aim to develop a research-driven standard for family-school partnerships that supports the diverse families and communities that make up our schools. Learn more bit.ly/3FIftyq #edresearch #familyengagement #edequity

Migrant workers picking strawberries 🍓 amid heavy flooding in Oxnard, CA. The workers aren’t wearing any rain boots 👢 either. Be grateful to migrants please.

An excellent article about how language is intertwined with culture and identity. cbc.ca/news/canada/fi…

We must let go at the thought that learning English as an additional language in school is a problem. #bilingualism is an asset.

Empathy and compassion are evolved states of being. The kindest person in the room is often the smartest. —Governor JB Pritzker (three minutes of the best life and career advice you’ll find here)

Study: Seals of biliteracy improve student outcomes. www2.smartbrief.com/sharedSummary/…

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