"Connecting, equipping, and empowering CA's passionate educational leaders who work with Newcomer students."
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NEXT CALNEW WEBINAR
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
TOPIC: District & Academic Design
Expert consultants will provide models, ideas, and resources for designing newcomer academic programming at the district level.
Carlene Thomas
Valentina González
Brenda Custodio
Judith O’Loughlin
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm (Pacific Time)
Cost: Free
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Know your rights VIDEOS
Sample of Agency Response to Scenario
Can be shared with school personnel when planning protocols for responding to requests from immigration enforcement officers)
Know Your Rights - Agency Protocol (English)
Know Your Rights - Agency Protocol (Spanish)
Family Preparedness - Immigration PSA (Public Services Announcement)
A note about the source: These PSA videos were made available thanks to the Immigrant Legal Resource Center and Legal Services for Children, published by Catholic Charities which is one of the trusted legal services providers funded by the California Department of Social Services.
WHY
It is estimated that by 2030, 40 percent of all U.S. K–12 students will be English learners (ELs). As the population of multilingual students increases, we must ask ourselves, are we fully prepared to support them? California, home to the largest EL population nationwide, has over 1,999,293 "Ever-ELs" enrolled in public K-12 schools as of 2023-2024, along with an annual influx of 150,000 to 200,000 immigrant (newcomer) students who have attended U.S. schools for less than three years. These newcomers often require specialized academic instruction and social services to succeed, and are commonly classified under umbrella terms such as SAFE (Students with Adequate or Ample Formal Education) or SLIFE (Students with Limited and/or Interrupted Formal Education).
It is crucial for California educators to effectively reach and teach these unique subtypes of English learners. Research indicates that 70 percent of SLIFE students face a high risk of not graduating with a standard diploma, with adolescent SLIFE students being particularly vulnerable to academic challenges. Despite concerted efforts, many districts struggle to create the conditions necessary for newcomer success, resulting in high dropout rates and limited academic progress due to inaccessible instruction and limited access to support services. Teachers and administrators must be equipped with the right tools and training to support student learning both inside and outside the classroom.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION: How will we equip teachers and administrators to address the diverse cultural, emotional, linguistic, and digital needs of our newcomer students?
PURPOSE
This initiative invites California educators to join forces in addressing the instructional needs and best practices for Newcomers. By tapping into the collective expertise, the Network will function as a collaborative learning community dedicated to enhancing knowledge and strategies for newcomer student success. Each session will feature a vetted Newcomer expert sharing invaluable resources and insights, fostering a space where members can learn, share, and grow together in their professional journey to support Newcomer success.
Our goal is to establish a centralized hub for newcomer education, offering a wealth of knowledge, resources, and opportunities for collaboration. Partnering with the California Newcomer Education & Wellbeing Program, we are committed to providing comprehensive webinars, resources, and community practice content on our website, ensuring a robust support system for educators and administrators.
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CONNECT
Get connected with other passionate ELD leaders who are committed to enhancing the lives of newcomer students.
EQUIP
Be equipped with innovative resources and trainings that will enhance your newcomer instruction.
EMPOWER
Be empowered with innovative tools and resources.