"English Learners are so resilient. I often think about how challenging it is to leave everything that they know behind and rapidly learn a new language and content to thrive in a new academic setting. I believe that language is just a representation of thinking. When we focus on teaching the academic language of the core curriculum, we empower our ELs to own their success."

"ELLs are a group of diverse learners who deserve rigorous language instruction and equitable access to college and career ready classes."

"English learners value relationships with their families, friends, and teachers. They have a special way that makes you want to go the extra mile so they can be as successful as possible. They are so grateful for everything we do to get them career or college ready. They appreciate English like no other student does. It is awe-inspiring what they can do."

"English learners diligently and quickly learn a new language while they courageously sail into a new culture. They expand their thinking abilities while learning how to navigate a new world."

"English Learners are characterized by the beauty of their diversity and their unwavering ability to navigate a new language and a new culture. English Learners possess a strength that gives them the ability to persevere beyond the obstacles. They are students who CAN rather than CAN'T, always balancing their commitment to family while finding out who they are and how to learn in a new world. It takes a community of advocates, empowered families, and dedicated educators to believe in their worth and in their performance. How our English Learners thrive depends on how well we develop their academic language, giving them the essential tools to access and meet the rigor of their own education. Their success is our success."