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Learn another language – your brain will thank you.
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December 11, 2025 1:23 PM
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Many students maintain their identity through their home languages, writes Elena Schmidt.
Part 4 of a series: How Neuroscience Can Fix American Schools After examining how arts education primes children’s brains for creativity and flexible thinking, it’s natura
Speaking more than one language shapes how we think and connect It's time the U.S. valued the bilingual perspective and multilingual voices.
Discover how being bilingual enhances your brain, relationships, and future.
Perhaps. Learning languages offers other, more concrete benefits | Science & technology
As debates surrounding language and education continue, both nationally and here in Northern Virginia, one local voice is passionately advocating for the power of bilingualism from an early age. Lauren Sutherland, an Alexandria resident currently pursuing an Elementary Education degree at William & Mary and an alumna of Mount Vernon Community School's dual-language program, argues
Speech pathologists offer parents real-world advice on how to incorporate a second language with their kids at home — and demystify a misconception about bilingualism.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order designating English the official language of the country, the first time for such a declaration in U.S. history, and leaders from around Eastern WA shared their thoughts.
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February 28, 2025 11:39 AM
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It is common for parents to worry about raising a child to be multilingual. They may wonder, am I harming my child’s English if I speak another language at home?
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February 10, 2025 1:34 PM
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In this edition of the Indy Education newsletter, a Las Vegas elementary school program is helping students embrace being bilingual.
New psychology research indicates that multilingual children may have enhanced executive function and perspective taking skills.
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Poll results released by The Century Foundation highlight a significant surge in demand for bilingual education and dual language immersion programs among Latino families in California. The data indicate that Latino parents view Spanish proficiency not just as a cultural asset but as a critical academic and economic tool for their children’s future. The findings contradict a common argument of “English-only” activists that Latino parents and caregivers are mainly concerned about their children learning English. On average, respondents rated interest in bilingual education at 7.9 out of 10 and interest in dual language immersion programs at 7.8. Interest in these
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September 19, 2025 3:33 PM
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Recent federal directives insisting upon English-only communications in public institutions should be a cause for concern not only for liberals committed to equity and inclusivity but for anyone looking to encourage integration and national unity. While the stated aim is to “streamline” services and promote English proficiency, these policies risk alienating millions of Americans, the majority of whom are US citizens, whose primary language is not English. Educators know firsthand that language is not simply a medium of instruction but the bridge by which communities connect, information flows, and opportunities are accessed. Restricting institutional communications to English alone is counterproductive
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Unlock your skills to learn another language and gain tools that will give you a broader, more global perspective of the world around you.
Some studies say it is. Others have failed to replicate the results, leaving experts wondering if the effect is real, and what exactly it consists of.
Spanish Immersion fosters academic growth and lifelong cultural understanding.
Young Reporter is a scheme that gives 14 to 18-year-old school students a chance to write for a real newspaper.
Bilingualism offers more than just the ability to navigate multiple languages—it also has a profound impact on brain health. Research has increasingly shown
From classroom practice to family engagement, this article explains how early years educators can support EAL children
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February 24, 2025 5:44 PM
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Language learning isn’t just a skill—it’s a gateway to opportunity. In the US, where over 350 languages are spoken, multilingualism is increasingly vital in industries like healthcare, construction, and technology. The Global Seal of Biliteracy is a transformative credential that recognizes bilingual proficiency and equips students with a tangible career advantage. For career and technical education (CTE) students, this international certification goes beyond recognition: it validates their skills and positions them to meet the growing demand for multilingual professionals. Often earned before high school graduation, the Global Seal serves as a student’s first working credential, paving the way for success
Bilingualism boosts cognitive skills in autistic children, enhancing executive function and perspective-taking.
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