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Facts about English Learners and the NCLB/ESSA Transition in Select States
These fact sheets provide a sketch of key characteristics of the foreign-born and English Learner (EL) populations in select states. The fact sheets look at the demographics of these states, discuss EL student outcomes as measured by standardized tests, and conclude with an overview of state accountability mechanisms that affect ELs under relevant provisions of the Every Student Succeeds Act and predecessor No Child Left Behind Act.
Strengthening Local Education Systems for Newly Arrived Adults and Children: Empowering cities through better use of EU instruments
European cities lack the policy authority, flexible budgets, and EU support needed to educate newly arrived migrants effectively despite bearing the frontline burden.
Trump and DeVos: What Could the New Administration Spell for English Learner and Immigrant Students?
Outcomes for English Learner and immigrant students could be reshaped as a result of President Donald Trump's executive orders and the agenda of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos.
Hanging in the Balance: The Future of DACA and the Dreamers
As the Trump administration assumes office and the impacts of rescinding DACA are under review, MPI hosts a discussion with University of California President Janet Napolitano; Donald Graham, cofounder of TheDream.Us; and Ike Brannon, Visiting Fellow at the CATO Institute.
New Data Resources Can Help Improve Targeting of State Early Childhood and Parent-Focused Programs
Fact sheets for 30 states reveal wide variation in poverty and education among immigrant parents of young children; these analyses can help guide two-generation program targeting.
Including Immigrant and Refugee Families in Two-Generation Programs: Elements of Successful Programs and Challenges Posed by WIOA Implementation
On this webinar, speakers discuss findings from a report that analyzes U.S. parent population data and draws from a field study of select two-generation programs that serve immigrant and refugee families.
The Impact of Mexican Maternal Migration on Children’s Future Ambitions
When some Mexican mothers migrated, their left-behind daughters' school aspirations rose sharply while their sons' fell, revealing a striking gender divide.
Serving Immigrant Families Through Two-Generation Programs: Identifying Family Needs and Responsive Program Approaches
Immigrant families need two-generation programs, but limited English proficiency and federal performance rules require tailored approaches that are unsupported by current funding.
Closing the Gap? The Role of Funding in Equitable Education for English Learners in the United States
Marking the release of an report, this webinar explores the key education funding mechanisms in place to support English Learners, public conversations about funding, and efforts to improve the equitable distribution of educational resources.
DACA at Four: Estimating the Potentially Eligible Population and Assessing Application and Renewal Trends
Marking the fourth anniversary of the implementation of the DACA program, this webinar presents findings on the most current estimates of potential DACA beneficiaries, trends in requests and application rates, and discussion of recent policy and political developments. Experts also discuss how DACA has affected the integration of qualifying young unauthorized immigrants.
