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Multilingual Updates Newsletters

The Multilingual Updates Newsletter contains the latest information and resources regarding English learner and multilingual education from the California Department of Education Multilingual Support Division.

Overview

The quarterly Multilingual Updates Newsletter provides local educational agencies with information and updates on resources and guidance for supporting the English learners and multilingual learners they serve.

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Join the Multilingual Updates listserv to receive information, resources, and updates related to multilingual learners including English learners, dual language learners, migratory students, and immigrant students.

Newsletters

January 2024

Multilingual Updates Newsletter Issue 31: January 2024 (PDF)

September 2023

Multilingual Updates Newsletter Issue 30: September 2023 (PDF)

June 2023

Multilingual Updates Newsletter Issue 29: June 2023 (PDF)

March 2023

Multilingual Updates Newsletter Issue 28: March 2023 (PDF)

Questions:   Multilingual Support Division | MSD@cde.ca.gov | 916-319-0938
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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