What does it mean to be an English Learner?

You speak with your child in a language other than English. Your child's school sent you a letter saying that he or she is an "English Learner." What does this mean?

Webinar about English Learners - English & Spanish

Raising a child to be bilingual (or even multilingual!) is a gift. Research shows that processing in more than one language strengthens connections in the brain. Being bi/multilingual is beneficial for young people as they join the work force. This website has great resources and articles about raising children who speak more than one language.