Please add your name to show your support for the funding and integration
of dual language programs and language support in early learning programs
(like child care and pre-k) and K-12.
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Hi Friend,
Did you know that approximately 50% of the world's population speaks more
than one language, while only about 20% of U.S. residents possess this
skill? [ [link removed] ] These numbers are shocking.
Growing up as a dual language learner, I can attest that being bilingual
has opened up unique personal and professional opportunities. It has also
helped me to maintain my cultural identity and heritage. As a mother, I
would like my children to have the same opportunities, and I know that
dual language programs are the way!
[1]**Please join me in signing our open letter to your members of Congress
urging them to help bridge the opportunity gap by supporting dual language
programs.
Why are dual language programs important?
These educational programs provide instruction in two languages and are
critical to closing the academic opportunity gap, fostering positive
identity development for all kids, and building communities that embrace
diversity in language and culture. They also help maintain home languages
and are already popular in indigenous communities.
Research shows that dual language programs are the best way to increase
student achievement for English Language Learners (ELL) while also
improving education outcomes for native English speaking students.
Students who know more than one language have also exhibited increased
emotional intelligence, stronger problem-solving skills, and improved
academic outcomes. [ [link removed] ]
While around 20% of K-12 grade students in the United States are taking
foreign language classes, in Europe, the average percentage of students
learning a language in school is significantly higher, with a median of
92%. [ [link removed] ] Can you believe that?! It’s time to provide children in America
access to dual language programs in their own communities.
[2]Please add your name to show your support for the funding and
integration of dual language programs and language support in early
learning programs (like child care and pre-k) and K-12.
Many parents and advocates know that building a bilingual workforce will
help create opportunities for both monolingual and bilingual children,
ensuring that our families and communities thrive in a global economy.
[ [link removed] ] Dual language programs can help students develop the language and
cultural competencies that are in high demand in today's globalized
economy. [ [link removed] ]
I know first hand how critical supporting bilingual language development
can be in creating bridges for kids.
Join us at MomsRising to make sure kids across the nation have access to
a bilingual education in their own communities. Let’s make this happen
together! [3]Please sign our open letter to legislators ASAP urging them
to support dual language programs.
Thank you for your time and for raising your voice for more opportunities
for our children.
- Linda, Nina, Lauren, Diana, Donna, Kristin, and the whole MomsRising.org
& MamásConPoder Team
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References:
[1] [5]Benefits of Dual Language Program, USNews, June 2022
[2] [ [link removed] ]6 Potential Brain Benefits Of Bilingual Education, NPR, November
2016
[3] [ [link removed] ]Most European students are learning a foreign language in school
while Americans lag, Pew Research, August 2018
[4], [5] [ [link removed] ]Realizing the Economic Advantages of a Multilingual Workforce,
The Civil Rights Project, June 2016
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