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SEAL Newsletter: Stories to inspire the school year ahead

This summer, as we prepare for the school year ahead, we’ve been reflecting on the moments that make this work so meaningful—and what’s possible when educators are supported to create joyful, language-rich learning environments.

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SEAL Newsletter: Stories to inspire the school year ahead

This summer, as we prepare for the school year ahead, we’ve been reflecting on the moments that make this work so meaningful—and what’s possible when educators are supported to create joyful, language-rich learning environments.

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Why Districts Partner with SEAL for Lasting Instructional Transformation

When the new academic year begins in the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD), students and families will feel a shift in dual-language classrooms. Over the coming weeks, classes will fill with the sounds of children chanting, singing, and confidently using rich academic vocabulary in two languages.

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56 Educators Earn Their Bilingual Authorization

At a time when California needs more bilingual teachers, the Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE), a SEAL partner, recently celebrated 56 educators who earned their Bilingual Authorization (BILA).

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Webinar Recording: Technology Beyond the Hype: Supporting Multilingual Learners

On July 21, 2026, SEAL Executive Director Dr. Anya Hurwitz participated in a panel discussion with leading experts about how how technology can support teaching and learning while keeping multilingual learners’ languages, cultures, and strengths at the center.

Quarterly News: Building Momentum for the Year Ahead

Summer is here, bringing a chance to enjoy a little more sunshine, spend time with family and friends, and hopefully find moments to rest and recharge before a new school year begins. At SEAL, we’re using this time to prepare for an exciting year ahead by deepening partnerships, expanding opportunities, and continuing to support educators and leaders working to ensure multilingual learners thrive.

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Celebrating Dr. Martha I. Martinez: A Lasting Legacy of Leadership, Research, and Advocacy

As Dr. Martha I. Martinez begins a new chapter, we celebrate her nine years of leadership, research, and advocacy at SEAL and the lasting impact she has made advancing opportunities for multilingual learners.

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A Shared Commitment: Supporting Multilingual Learners in California

The decision to close the Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA) within the U.S. Department of Education raises serious concerns about the future of federal support for multilingual learners. While federal structures may change, the need to support multilingual learners—and the educators, schools, and communities that serve them—remains as urgent as ever.

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Monthly News: Ending the Year Strong. Preparing for What’s Next

As schools and districts move into the final stretch of the school year, educators and leaders across California are preparing for summer learning, professional development, and the year ahead for multilingual learners.

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Protecting Access to Education for Multilingual Learners

Access to free public education for immigrant students, many of whom are multilingual learners, is facing renewed legal and political challenges. Drawing from a recent EdSource article and The Children's Equity Project: The Right to Education for All report, this blog highlights the Supreme Court case that affirmed this right and why it remains critical today.

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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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Creating Elementary Classrooms Where Multilingual Learners With Disabilities Thrive

SEAL’s practical, research-informed guide offers educators and school leaders strategies to strengthen instruction and support for multilingual learners with disabilities.

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Dual Language Learners in Transitional Kindergarten

California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) multi-year expansion is a historic investment to expand access to early learning programs for every 4-year-old in the state. Alongside other early learning and care programs in the mixed-delivery Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) system, TK aims to provide young learners with the foundational experiences they need to thrive as they enter kindergarten and beyond. The following article showcases the impactful work taking place across California school districts—from university partnerships that support bilingual TK educators to the growth of dual language immersion (DLI) programs, and the creation of inclusive, welcoming environments for all children.

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SEAL Overview Impact Report

SEAL’s Overview Impact Report showcases our mission, reach, and lasting influence on multilingual learners. Explore our story, see our statewide impact, learn how our pedagogy centers English Learners, and discover key lessons from our work with schools and communities.

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Key Lessons from Over a Decade of Impact

When schools center language, culture, and community, English Learners don’t just succeed—they thrive. We’ve identified eight key lessons about what it truly takes to create schools where multilingual learners flourish. Download to read more about these key lessons.

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