Blogs

29 Aug

Governor Cuomo Signs Bill to Recognize High School Graduates Who Demonstrate Proficiency in Multiple Languages

 

Governor Cuomo Signs Bill to Recognize High School Graduates Who Demostrate Proficiency in Multiple Languages

29 Aug

State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Announces More Than 10,00 Students Earn New State Seal of Biliteracy

State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Announces More Than 10,00 Students Earn New State Seal of Biliteracy
 
SACRAMENTO—More than 10,000 graduating high school students across California have earned the first state recognition in the nation for achieving proficiency in multiple languages, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced today.
 

08 Nov

Evidence Supports Dual Language Programs for English Learners

Our country's student population is becoming increasingly diverse and schools continue to grapple with finding the best strategy for teaching English Learners. Research has increasingly shown that the most effective way to teach English learners is through bilingual or dual-immersion classes.

 

28 Sep

10 Things You Need to Know About Hispanic Heritage Month

 
 
1. September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. 
 
2. Hispanic Heritage Month coincides with the celebrations of Independence Day in many Latin American countries—including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (September 15), Mexico (September 16), and Chile (September 18). 
 

04 Mar

Speaking in Tongues

At a time when 31 states have passed “English Only” laws, four pioneering families put their children in public schools where, from the first day of kindergarten, their teachers speak mostly Chinese or Spanish.  "Speaking in Tongues" follows four diverse kids on a journey to become bilingual. This charming story in an informative and moving video will challenge you to rethink the skills that Americans need in the 21st century.  This is a must resource for schools wishing to begin and support current Dual Immersion Programs.