What to Do After ELP Testing: Reflection, Reset, Reengage
The headsets are packed up. The testing signs are down. And your team—understandably—is tired. After the long weeks of ELP testing, it’s tempting to close the door and just move on. But this post-testing window is more than just a breather—it’s an opportunity. This is the perfect time to reflect on what went well, reset […]
Navigating New Immigration Policies: What Title III/EL Programs Need to Know
In my first few years of teaching multilingual students and working with immigrant families, I vividly remember the uncertainty and anxiety that filled our classrooms as immigration policies changed seemingly overnight. I watched families worry about their futures, students question their safety, and staff struggle to respond compassionately and accurately. It was a challenging time, […]
It’s Annual ELP Testing Season: Preparing Your Students for Success
Every year, English Learner (EL) program directors, teachers, and students prepare for one of the most important milestones in language development: the annual English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessment. These tests—such as WIDA ACCESS, ELPAC, and TELPAS—are more than just federal and state compliance requirements. They provide invaluable insights into student progress and help shape effective […]
Using Data to Support Multilingual Learners
Data – The Elephant in the Room In my second year of teaching, amidst a huge shift in the population of our school district’s multilingual students because of an influx of newcomer students, when I felt like I was struggling to keep my head above water to support these new and amazing students every day, […]
Best Practices for Supporting Newcomer Students in K-12 Schools
by J. Taylor Tribble, PhD. As the newcomer student population in U.S. public schools continues to grow, it is essential that educators implement tailored strategies to support students’ linguistic and academic progress. Drawing insights from a recent “Empowering Newcomer Multilingual Learners” Expert Panel Webinar (WATCH HERE) and the Cultural Connections Lab Podcast featuring Alejandra Vasquez […]
Practical Strategies to Support Academic Growth for Multilingual Learners
by Laura McBride As a former English Learner (EL) teacher for over 15 years, I often heard a familiar concern from classroom and content teachers: How do we keep multilingual learners engaged during instruction? At first, I scratched my head—my students were usually engaged in my pull-out language development groups. But then it hit me: […]
EduSkills Empowering Newcomer Multilingual Learners Expert Panel Webinar Recording
In this interactive and insightful webinar recording hosted by EduSkills, a leading provider in educational technology to simplify compliance and support educators of ML, a panel of experienced newcomer educators and experts discussed innovative strategies and best practices for supporting newcomer multilingual learners. Our distinguished panelists include Louise El Yaafouri, Principal Consultant and Author of […]
Higher Education TESOL Educator Interview
Please introduce yourself. I am Dr. Ching-Ching Lin, a proud Taiwanese native. Currently, I teach TESOL and bilingual education at Adelphi University. I worked with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations across diverse grade levels and educational settings for more than 20 years. What motivates you as a TESOL educator? What has continued to inspire and motivate me, anchoring me to my […]
Unpacking the Western Heights’ Success: Engaging Multilingual Learners and Families
Introduction Western Heights Public Schools (WHPS) achieved incredible success in engaging multilingual learners (MLs) and their families with the support of EduSkills’ comprehensive ML support services. This white paper outlines the strategies and practices that contributed to this success, providing a comprehensive case study for other districts seeking to improve their engagement and outcomes for […]
Artificial Intelligence to Support Multilingual Learners: Hype or Solutions?
Republished from NAELPA Fall 2024 Newsletter The recent wave of new-to-the U.S. is notable for the sheer number of students entering schools in a short time, reminiscent of the 2008-2009 influx. This increase, in addition to complex political and ideological challenges, has stretched capacities and necessitated the use of translation and interpretation tools to expedite […]