In @edweek.bsky.social, AIR expert Andrea Boyle breaks down what schools and districts can learn from new findings about the academic successes of former #EnglishLearners, including additional supports to help more students achieve language proficiency.
What New Research Shows About the Academic Success of Former English Learners
A new study offers a more nuanced look at English learners' academic performance in high school by disaggregating data.
www.edweek.org
November 25, 2024 at 9:22 PM
In @edweek.bsky.social, AIR expert Andrea Boyle breaks down what schools and districts can learn from new findings about the academic successes of former #EnglishLearners, including additional supports to help more students achieve language proficiency.
Weakening the @usedgov.bsky.social weakens support of millions of students—including and especially #EnglishLearners.
🚨 Here, our #EL expert @lesvillegs.bsky.social warns of the dangers shrinking or shutting it down poses to this growing population of students.
🚨 Here, our #EL expert @lesvillegs.bsky.social warns of the dangers shrinking or shutting it down poses to this growing population of students.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education’s Role in Supporting English Learners
A range of English learner programs and funding sources are under threat if Trump dismantles the Department of Education.
www.newamerica.org
February 21, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Weakening the @usedgov.bsky.social weakens support of millions of students—including and especially #EnglishLearners.
🚨 Here, our #EL expert @lesvillegs.bsky.social warns of the dangers shrinking or shutting it down poses to this growing population of students.
🚨 Here, our #EL expert @lesvillegs.bsky.social warns of the dangers shrinking or shutting it down poses to this growing population of students.
(1) Results cannot be used for any high-stakes purposes, including teacher evaluations, student grade promotion or retention, reclassification of #EnglishLearners, or eligibility for special education.
Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...
Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...
Screening for Risk of Reading Difficulties FAQs - California Literacy (CA Dept of Education)
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers regarding the LEA requirements for Screening for Risk of Reading Difficulties.
www.cde.ca.gov
May 14, 2025 at 8:35 PM
(1) Results cannot be used for any high-stakes purposes, including teacher evaluations, student grade promotion or retention, reclassification of #EnglishLearners, or eligibility for special education.
Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...
Source: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cl/screen...
Indeed, the White House and House Republicans are proposing "astonishing" cuts to #K12 education, including eliminating support for #EnglishLearners, after-school programming, and professional development for #teachers.
📍 How hard will these cuts hit schools in your community? Find out here.
📍 How hard will these cuts hit schools in your community? Find out here.
Which Congressional Districts Would Lose the Most K–12 Funding Under the Trump and House Education Budgets
Fiscal year 2026 budget proposals from President Trump and House Republicans would substantially cut K-12 funding, especially in rural and low-income areas.
www.newamerica.org
September 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Indeed, the White House and House Republicans are proposing "astonishing" cuts to #K12 education, including eliminating support for #EnglishLearners, after-school programming, and professional development for #teachers.
📍 How hard will these cuts hit schools in your community? Find out here.
📍 How hard will these cuts hit schools in your community? Find out here.
ESSA isn't just a public education funding law — it seeks to ensure that all students, including #EnglishLearners, have access to a quality education
Now states are applying for waivers to these requirements
Experts discuss what's at stake
📅 Join us March 5
Now states are applying for waivers to these requirements
Experts discuss what's at stake
📅 Join us March 5
February 27, 2026 at 7:17 PM
ESSA isn't just a public education funding law — it seeks to ensure that all students, including #EnglishLearners, have access to a quality education
Now states are applying for waivers to these requirements
Experts discuss what's at stake
📅 Join us March 5
Now states are applying for waivers to these requirements
Experts discuss what's at stake
📅 Join us March 5
How an AI-generated song transformed my ELL classroom via @eschoolnews www.eschoolnews.com/innovative-t... #EduSky #EduSkyAI #TLSky #EdTech #AIinEducation #aisky #ai #ELs #englishlearners
How an AI-generated song transformed my ELL classroom
The true power of AI lies not in replacing learning, but in opening doors for every learner, including ELL students, to express who they are.
www.eschoolnews.com
December 16, 2025 at 5:42 PM
How an AI-generated song transformed my ELL classroom via @eschoolnews www.eschoolnews.com/innovative-t... #EduSky #EduSkyAI #TLSky #EdTech #AIinEducation #aisky #ai #ELs #englishlearners
📣 New Podcast! "Supporting Refugee English Learners: Practical Strategies for Educators" on @Spreaker #awbeducation #classroomstrategies #culturalcompetence #education #els #englishlearners #esol #familyengagement #grundmeyerleaderservices #learning #professionaldevelopment #refugeestudents
Supporting Refugee English Learners: Practical Strategies for Educators
Tune in for your daily dose of professional development! This episode features host Melissa Grinstead, a lead ESOL contributor for AWB Education, as she shares crucial insights and practical strategies for educators working with refugee English Learners (ELs). Refugee students often arrive with unique needs, including experiencing trauma and having limited formal education, which can present challenges in the classroom.Melissa addresses how educators can effectively support these resilient students by:
- Addressing the impacts of trauma and limited formal education.
- Developing strategies for overcoming significant language barriers.
- Creating safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive classroom environments.
- Partnering effectively with families through the use of interpreters and cultural liaisons.
- Collaborating with district outreach programs to connect students and families with essential community resources.
Melissa dispels common misconceptions about refugee students, highlights their inherent resilience and academic potential, and offers actionable strategies to build strong relationships, celebrate incremental gains, and foster a deep sense of belonging for every student.Sponsored by: Grundmeyer Leader Services and AWB Education.Find out more about our work and designing edge instructional practices and personalized coaching at:
- https://awbeducation.org
- https://grundmeyerleadersearch.com
Listen to the full episode: https://push.fm/fl/yourmorningboost
www.spreaker.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM
📣 New Podcast! "Supporting Refugee English Learners: Practical Strategies for Educators" on @Spreaker #awbeducation #classroomstrategies #culturalcompetence #education #els #englishlearners #esol #familyengagement #grundmeyerleaderservices #learning #professionaldevelopment #refugeestudents
📊 Over 5.7 million students in U.S. schools are #EnglishLearners—including 1 in 6 kindergartners. Cutting #TitleIII, the only federal funding stream dedicated to them, would leave schools without vital tools to support language & academic growth.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#DLLs #ELs
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#DLLs #ELs
September 15, 2025 at 7:35 PM
📊 Over 5.7 million students in U.S. schools are #EnglishLearners—including 1 in 6 kindergartners. Cutting #TitleIII, the only federal funding stream dedicated to them, would leave schools without vital tools to support language & academic growth.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#DLLs #ELs
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#DLLs #ELs