Dr. Laurie Olsen is a nationally recognized expert in English Language Development and multilingual education. Her work champions equity, bilingualism, and research-based practices that honor students’ linguistic and cultural assets while promoting high levels of academic achievement.
The California English Learner Roadmap policy outlines a clear vision for educating English learners with equity and excellence. It promotes assets-based approaches, meaningful access to rigorous instruction, and strong partnerships with families—ensuring all English learners are supported to achieve their full potential.