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The CCL committee unveiled ambitious goals for special education and English Learner programs, revealing a striking rise in autism designations and a commitment to 70% ELD proficiency by 2033.

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Board hears Future-Ready update on special-education disproportionality and ELD goals
Committee reported trends in special-education identifications (noting rising autism designations), action steps to prevent disproportionality within MTSS, and ELD work toward a 70% high-school proficiency target and 100% staff ELD training (the latter reported met in year two).
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November 9, 2026 at 6:21 AM
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#languageaccess #languagediversity #multilingualcommunities #languagematters #interpreting #english #spanish #español #inglés #california #usa #america #translation #languageservices | Language Access
🌎 Every language tells a story. What’s yours? The United States is home to a rich linguistic landscape, with millions of people communicating in languages beyond English. From Spanish and Chinese to ...
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November 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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The countries with the most languages — and what that means for power #LanguageDiversity #LinguisticDiversity
The countries with the most languages — and what that means for power
Some countries pack hundreds of languages into a single border, and the choices governments make about which ones to teach, print, and put online can determine which survive. From Brazil's 228 languages to Papua New Guinea's record-breaking total, linguistic diversity shapes everything from elections to e-commerce.
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November 2, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Mongolia Official Languages: Mongolian, Scripts & More | Mongolia forum: Mongolia's official language is Mongolian. Learn about Cyrillic and traditional scripts, Kazakh in Bayan-Ölgii, foreign languages, and… #Mongolia #MongolianLanguage #LanguageDiversity #CyrillicScript #TraditionalScript
Mongolia Official Languages: Mongolian, Scripts & More | Mongolia forum
Mongolia's official language is Mongolian. Learn about Cyrillic and traditional scripts, Kazakh in Bayan-Ölgii, foreign languages, and language statistics.
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November 1, 2026 at 11:20 PM
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Medina Valley ISD is making strides in supporting 912 emergent bilinguals, but challenges remain—find out how the district plans to tackle reading and math hurdles!

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District reports bilingual/ESL gains, seeks continued ESL-waiver flexibility
Director reported the 2526 bilingual/ESL evaluation (873 emergent bilinguals served); board approved submission of a bilingual exemption/ESL waiver that reflects updated counts and actions to increase certified teachers.
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November 2, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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California boasts a rich tapestry of languages, with Spanish, Mixteco, and Arabic shaping the future of education through innovative programs like Raíces y Alas and a new bilingual seal for graduates.

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District highlights language diversity, bilingual seal and Raíces y Alas program
Clarke said Spanish, Mixteco and Arabic are among the most common home languages in the district, noted California's large English-learner population, and described expansion plans for two-way immersion and the Raíces y Alas extracurricular program.
https://citizenportal.ai/articles/11500132/California/District-highlights-language-diversity-bilingual-seal-and-Raíces-y-Alas-program?source=bluesky&loc=CA
October 28, 2026 at 12:51 AM
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#languageaccess #languageaccessmatters #multilingual #languagediversity #translation #interpreting #languagecommunity #canada #spanish #english #español #inglés #bilingual | Language Access
Language is more than just communication—it connects people, cultures, communities, and experiences. The U.S. and Canada are home to speakers of many different languages, and this map gives us an inte...
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October 26, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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Alamo Heights ISD's latest bilingual/ESL review reveals an incredible diversity with 24 languages spoken and ambitious goals to enhance student achievement across all campuses.

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Alamo Heights presents bilingual/ESL annual review, highlights 24 languages and goal to raise proficiency targets
District staff told trustees the bilingual/ESL annual review shows 24 home languages represented, about 406 students (roughly 8–8.6%) identified as emergent bilinguals, and that 16.7% of students receive language programming; the district plans targets and interventions to close achievement gaps.
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October 22, 2026 at 5:04 AM
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The district's bilingual program is thriving with a record 756 students and 29 languages represented, but staffing gaps threaten to hold back this progress.

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Bilingual, ESL report shows growth and staffing gaps; district outlines waivers and supports
The district presented its annual bilingual/ESL program evaluation under Texas law: emerging bilingual enrollment has grown to about 756 students, 29+ languages are represented, 67 students met reclassification criteria last year, and ten ESL waiver cases were identified; district plans targeted PD, stipends and recruitment to address shortages.
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October 18, 2026 at 8:16 AM
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🌍 Every language deserves to be heard. Every voice matters! 🎬✨

At #TRADIT26, Lucía Pintado Gutiérrez & Floriane Bardini present HOW TIMELY, exploring how audiovisual translation and accessibility can give minority and endangered languages a stronger voice in education. 💬

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October 16, 2026 at 10:19 AM
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Del Valle ISD is making strides with over 5,259 emergent bilingual students and a bold three-year improvement plan to enhance language proficiency and academic success.

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Del Valle reports 5,259 emergent bilingual students, seeks three-year gains in TELPAS and reclassification
Director Yolanda Grijalva presented the district bilingual/ESL annual evaluation: 5,259 emergent bilingual students, 35 home languages, a decline in reclassifications (137 in 2026 vs. 232 in 2025), and a three-year plan to strengthen fidelity and outcomes.
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October 15, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Northwest ISD is experiencing a remarkable surge in emergent bilingual students, now totaling 4,326, but faces significant challenges in staffing and certification across 86 languages.

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Northwest ISD reports 4,326 active emergent bilingual students and staffing challenges
The district reported 4,326 active emergent bilingual students (plus nearly 1,300 monitored) and 86 languages represented; staff noted rapid growth (332% over 10 years), certification limits for bilingual programs in languages beyond Spanish, and reliance on waivers where teacher certification is not yet available.
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October 13, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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#languageaccess #languagediversity #multilingualcommunities #english #spanish #america #unitedstates #bilingual #español #languages #inglés #california #interpreting #translation #languageservices | L...
The United States is home to a rich linguistic landscape, with millions of people communicating in languages beyond English. From Spanish and Chinese to Tagalog, Vietnamese, and many more, every langu...
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October 12, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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Desiree's enlightening report on North Marion's English Learners reveals a complex landscape of language acquisition, highlighting a five to seven-year exit timeline and innovative support strategies for diverse students.

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English Learners report: Desiree outlines outcomes, testing and supports
Desiree presented the district's English Learners annual report using 2024–25 state data and current local counts; she cited average exit timelines of five to seven years, on-track-to-exit rates varying sharply by level, use of a diagnostic tool (Flashlight), and state-directed expenditure review requiring clearer coding.
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October 5, 2026 at 5:47 AM
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International Translation Day | Translating Words, Connecting Worlds

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September 30, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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ಭಾಷೆಗಳ ನಡುವಿನ ಅಂತರವನ್ನು ಕಡಿಮೆ ಮಾಡಿ, ಜ್ಞಾನ–ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯನ್ನು ಬೆಸೆಯುವ ಸೇತುವೆಯೇ ಅನುವಾದ.
ಅನುವಾದಕರ ಅಮೂಲ್ಯ ಸೇವೆಯನ್ನು ಗೌರವಿಸಿ, ಭಾಷಾ ವೈವಿಧ್ಯತೆಯನ್ನು ಸಂಭ್ರಮಿಸೋಣ.

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September 30, 2026 at 7:39 AM
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this week's feature in #currentbiology is about the rise and fall of #languagediversity I also put in a bit about early #writing systems and how #protoelamite mysteriously disappeared.

https://proseandpassion.blogspot.com/2026/09/languages-rise-and-fall.html

#science #sciencewriter #humans […]
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September 9, 2026 at 10:07 AM
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The Sacramento City Unified School District just approved a five-year renewal for the Language Academy of Sacramento, paving the way for new opportunities and improvements!

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Board approves five-year renewal for Language Academy of Sacramento with conditions
After staff placed the Language Academy of Sacramento in the middle performance tier, the board voted to renew the charter for five years, approving the renewal with conditions including an operations MOU to be completed by Dec. 1, 2026.
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September 7, 2026 at 9:53 AM
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A short story of Cambodia's languages & dialects: This video explains Cambodia’s languages and dialects, with maps and historical context for Khmer and its place within the wider Austroasiatic language family. #Cambodia #KhmerLanguage #LanguageDiversity #Austroasiatic #CulturalHeritage
A short story of Cambodia's languages & dialects
This video explains Cambodia’s languages and dialects, with maps and historical context for Khmer and its place within the wider Austroasiatic language family.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:53 AM
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🌍 Celebrate International Mother Language Day with Smidnya Technologies! 🗣️💡 Let's honor linguistic diversity and embrace the power of communication
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February 21, 2025 at 3:45 AM
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Studying it pushes linguists to rethink assumptions about what languages need to work.
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Rotokas Lowland Dialect: Understanding Its Unique Phonology and Features
Explore the Rotokas Lowland dialect and its unique sound system with minimal sounds that challenge language norms.
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January 27, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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Learn in Your Own Language on mymedschool.org
#MedEd #GlobalHealth #InternationalMedicalStudent #IMG #Multilingual #EducationForAll #MedicalEducation #USMLEStep1 #InclusiveLearning #LanguageDiversity #FutureDoctor #GlobalMed #StudySmart #HealthEquity #AcademicSuccess #MedSchoolGlobal #BreakingBarrie
Learn in Your Own Language
Medical concepts are complex enough—language shouldn't be a barrier. Our Learn in Your Own Language feature provides global students with accurately translated high-yield lessons, ensuring total comprehension of critical medical topics.
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April 19, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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🌍✨ Happy International Mother Language Day! How do you say “opportunity” in your mother tongue? Drop it below with your language & country 👇 | Discover more global youth opportunities at www.opportunitiesforyouth.org #InternationalMotherLanguageDay #LanguageDiversity #GlobalYouth
February 20, 2026 at 9:20 AM
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Study:
Patients who speak same language as their doctor live longer
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Patients who speak same language as their doctor live longer, study suggests | CBC News
Patients who talk with their doctors in the same language they use at home generally tend to live longer, suggests a recent study by researchers at the University of Ottawa and the University of Mani...
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August 5, 2026 at 8:11 AM