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Chief Academic Officer

This happened this week to my kids when meeting with teachers! #KnowBetter #DoBetter The Misunderstandings of Monolingual Approaches: A Call for Change For too long, many educators have advised bilingual parents to prioritize English at home, believing that it would help their children succeed academically. While often well-intentioned, this advice is not only outdated but can also harm students and families. Research shows that encouraging bilingualism benefits cognitive development, academic achievement, and emotional well-being. When parents are told to focus solely on English, it dismisses the importance of their home language and culture. This not only puts unnecessary pressure on families but also risks alienating children from their linguistic heritage. Bilingualism is an asset, not a barrier, and students who maintain their home language alongside English often outperform their monolingual peers in the long run. Instead of urging parents to prioritize English over their native language, educators should promote additive bilingualism—encouraging students to become fluent in both languages. Building literacy in the home language strengthens English acquisition, fosters confidence, and creates a bridge between school and family life. It’s time to move away from the harmful misconception that English proficiency must come at the expense of other languages. We must empower families to nurture multilingualism and embrace the richness it brings to classrooms and communities. Educators can make the most impact by shifting from a deficit mindset to one that celebrates the diverse linguistic assets students bring to the table.

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Director of School Partnerships, CA

As always, it was a pleasure to support the California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators Region 5 & 6 leaders and members, educators, and supporters at Monday’s mixer. Thank you to the following GGUSD superintendents for their leadership stories and inspiration: Dr. Gabriela Mafi, Ernest Gonzalez, Brinda Leon, and Dr.Julienne Lee. Thank you to Dr. Sonia Llamas, LCSW and Cesar Flores for their leadership and being wonderful hosts. As Director of School/District Partnerships in CA, Summit K12, I believe in CALSA’s goal of strengthening our community through the power of relationships in education. Gracias, CALSA. Nos vemos pronto!

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