What the Rising Popularity in Dual Language Programs Could Mean for Dual Language Learners
NYC public schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña announced plans this week to add or expand an additional 40 dual language programs in NYC.
PreK–12 Education
FCC’s New E-rate Order Brings More Money, Better Rules Supporting Fiber Investment
Through the FCC’s E-rate program
Alexander’s Assurance of Bipartisanship Does Not Guarantee a Bipartisan NCLB
Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) released his highly anticipated draft proposal to reauthorize No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
Dual Language Learners in Sen. Alexander’s No Child Left Behind Bill
The opening bell has sounded on No Child Left Behind reauthorization. How do things look for dual language learners?
Supporting Early Learners in ESEA
Our past coverage of early learning in ESEA and 2010 consensus recommendations to policymakers for reauthorization are available here.
What Arne Duncan’s Speech Means for Possible ESEA Reauthorization
Secretary Arne Duncan addresses key administration plans to reauthorize No Child Left Behind.
4 Surprises in Scholastic’s National Survey of Kids and Reading
Last week Scholastic released the Kids and Family Reading Report, its annual survey of children’s reading.
How Language and Immigrant Background Influence Pre-K Participation and Kindergarten Readiness
Strong evidence shows identifying and supporting DLL students early in their educational process can make a big difference for them.
New Federal Guidance on Dual Language Learners
The Departments of Education and Justice announced new guidance for how schools, districts, and states should serve dual language learners.
Pre-K: A Prescription for Progressives’ Problems?
Conor Williams writes for TPM that pessimistic progressives should pursue pre-K proliferation.