Learning our heritage language allows us access to our ancestral roots, so believes Alisha Drabek, a woman who recently learned her native language of Alutiiq. Published by Sierra Club National Magazine, in a compelling piece titled “Learning How to Speak with My Ancestors,” Drabek divulges her personal history (and struggle) with her native language and … Continue reading “Learning How to Speak with My Ancestors”: A Story of Finding Identity Through Language
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La Cosecha 2018: Updates from the Field
During this past week, La Cosecha, a dual language conference located in New Mexico, celebrated its 23rd year with over 3,000 people gathering to exchange ideas on dual language education. Several TWIN-CS members attended the conference, including Principal Leticia Oseguera and mentor Susanne Peña (see her blog post here). Olivia Harlow, writer for local newspaper … Continue reading La Cosecha 2018: Updates from the Field
Are Schools Supporting Bicultural, Bilingual Students Enough?
Language Magazine, a monthly publication that discusses the intricacies of language for “language learners, educators, and professionals around the world,” has recently published an article that considers systemic educational inequalities regarding English Language Learners (ELLs) titled “1 in 4 Students is an English Language Learner: Are We Leaving Them Behind?” The article reflects on a few … Continue reading Are Schools Supporting Bicultural, Bilingual Students Enough?
A Ted Talk with Maria Giannini
Maria Giannini, senior producer of e2k Sports and bilingual parent, speaks about her personal experience with bilingualism and bilingual education in an inspirational Ted Talk. As a child of an El Salvadoran woman and an American man, Maria states that she and her siblings “grew up in what I consider to be a very normal immigrant … Continue reading A Ted Talk with Maria Giannini