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Seeking in-depth analysis about English Learners and Dual Language Learners in California? Want to discover other ways schools are centering multilingualism in their education community? Need to stay up-to-date on EL Roadmap policy and what the latest data tells us? We bring you all the news you can put to use in your schools and classrooms every day. 

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Statement from Our Executive Director on Cuts at the Department of Education

Last week, nearly half of the U.S. Department of Education was let go, marking the first steps in the attempt to dismantle the agency, including the eradication of the Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA)—the only federal office dedicated to supporting English learners.

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Statement from Our Executive Director on Cuts at the Department of Education

Last week, nearly half of the U.S. Department of Education was let go, marking the first steps in the attempt to dismantle the agency, including the eradication of the Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA)—the only federal office dedicated to supporting English learners.

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Statement from Our Executive Director on President Trump’s Recent Executive Orders

This week, President Trump signed an executive order declaring English the national language of the United States, and will likely soon order the dismantling of the Department of Education. Make no mistake: these orders are more than simply symbolic gestures, and they will have devastating consequences for students, families and communities across the country.

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Celebrating Women Who Empower the Future of Multilingual Education

At SEAL, we believe in the positive impact of multilingualism on student success. This March, we’re excited to celebrate women whose experiences with bilingualism have enriched their lives and contributed to a brighter future for multilingual learners.

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SEAL at CABE 2025

The California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE)’s 50th Annual Conference is in Long Beach on March 26 - 29, 2025 and themed “Honoring Our Past, Embracing Our Future: 50 Years of Bilingual Advocacy & Excellence” SEAL is a proud sponsor and offering eight workshop sessions for educators, families and community partners. Be sure to also visit us at booth #742 to experience a SEAL classroom in action and chat with our team!

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Statement from Our Executive Director

While the future holds uncertainties, one thing remains constant: SEAL is with you. The work you do is essential in shaping safe, joyful and rigorous learning spaces for every student and we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. 

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California is Pushing for Dual Language Education, and for Good Reason

California has been a center of bilingual education advocacy. In recent years, we’ve seen the signing off of the California Comeback Plan, which is an overarching goal to improve the public education system, and provides a whopping $10 million for the expansion of dual language programs.

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Supporting Multilingual Families Amid Immigration Fears

At SEAL, we believe that all children deserve to feel safe, supported, and empowered in their schools and communities. That’s why we are working alongside our partners to develop and share resources that provide guidance, reassurance and support for educators, schools and families navigating these challenges for children.

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New Year, New Milestones: SEAL's January 2025 Newsletter

Discover How SEAL is Transforming Education

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Celebrating Language: SEAL's Dual Language Convening

In December 2024, SEAL hosted the Dual Language Convening, titled “Designated ELD, Cross Language Connections and the Genius of the Dual Language Brain.”

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Journals and publications, helpful guides, informative videos—our team has produced and curated the resources you need to support your students in dual-language immersion.  
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SEAL's 11 High-Leverage Pedagogical Practices

Our 11 High-Leverage Pedagogical Practices equip educators to create rigorous, joyful, and language-rich classrooms where every student succeeds. By integrating students’ linguistic and cultural assets, SEAL fosters a learning environment that values home languages and empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential.

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Effective ELD in California's Dual Language Programs

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Centering English Learner/ Emergent Bilingual Students in Literacy Research and Instruction

There is a considerable amount of attention currently on the science of reading, with many states rushing to adopt policies that are purportedly aligned with it.

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A P-3 Framework: Centering English Learners

This framework is authored by Dr. Laurie Olsen, provides a vision of an inclusive, equitable P–3 system that draws on EL expertise to create an aligned schooling system responsive to English Learners from early education through the elementary grades.

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