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Research
Explore our published insights designed to help advance the field’s understanding of what works for English Learners, Dual Language Learners, and Multilingual Learners.
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.
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.
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.
Latest Presentations
What are the benefits of building oral language, vocabulary, and background knowledge in a student’s home language?
Patricia Pate’s session discussion focused on the research base, benefits, and implications of developing oral language skills.
Taller para familias – apoya el éxito académico en casa
Este taller le proveerá herramientas, y estrategias sobre cómo promover el bilingüismo en casa usando las mejores prácticas basadas en la investigación del modelo SEAL.
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Play, Relationships + Academics: Teaching the Ways Kindergartners Learn Best (Campaign for Grade-Level Reading)
SEAL’s Anya Hurwitz took part in the second of a six-part webinar series by The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading.
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Release Event: Economic Impact of Multilingual Learning
SEAL with Early Edge California joined Bay Area Council Economic Institute and Sobrato Philanthropies as a panelist to discuss their recent report.
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2022 Birth to 12th Grade Water Cooler Conference Day 2 - Centering Equity in K-12 Systems (Catalyst California)
SEAL’s Executive Director Anya Hurwitz moderated a panel at the Fall 2022 Birth to 12th Grade Water Cooler Conference focused on centering equity in K-12 systems.
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Kindergarten Matters (Campaign for Grade-Level Reading)
In the first of GLR Learning Tuesdays new Kindergarten Matters webinar series, CGLR partnered with Sobrato Philanthropies.