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English Learners

Education & Work

The English Learner Initiative seeks to build a public education system equipped to effectively serve students identified as English learners, also known as multilingual learners. Too often, these students are viewed from a deficit perspective, which frames their educational needs as problems to be solved rather than recognizing their home language as an asset that should be leveraged in every classroom.

Our team believes that the future of the United States hinges on a public education system that cultivates the academic development and opportunities of multilingual students. We conduct research, develop policy recommendations, and disseminate new ideas to policymakers and broader audiences to improve educational access, quality, and outcomes for these children.