California English Learner Roadmap
This video provides an introduction and orientation to the California English Learner (EL) Roadmap Policy approved in July, 2017 by the California State Board of Education. This is the first […]
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In Search of Equity for English Learners: Review of 2021-2024 LCAPS
This report seeks to answer the following question: to what degree did districts with high percentages and high numbers of EL address the needs of the diverse English learners in […]
Seal of Biliteracy Booklet
This document gives an overview of the State Seal of Biliteracy and locally developed biliteracy pathway awards. In addition to defining the award and the rationale and benefits of bilingualism, […]
Masking the Focus on English Learners: Year 4 LCAPs
This report Masking the Focus on English Learners questions the efficacy of the state accountability system in identifying the needs of English Learners accurately. The report states that by combining data from […]
Every Student Succeeds Act: A Vision to Address the Needs of California’s Youngest Learners
This report, authored by Californians Together and funded by California Community Foundation, includes an analysis of data gathered from 40 school districts on English learners grades 6 – 12 and calls upon state policymakers and leaders to provide solutions for these students. It also outlines basic principles and promising approaches for school districts to meet the needs of Long Term English Learners more effectively.
Unveiling California’s Growing Bilingual Teacher Shortage
Like many states across the nation, California is at the onset of a teacher shortage. Policymakers, educational leaders and advocates are working to develop innovative strategies and approaches to retain […]