
Community Resources
Explore research, insights, and tools to help build thriving, student-centered community schools.
How to Leverage Newcomers’ Full Linguistic Toolbox to Support Deeper Learning
This resource offers practical strategies to help teachers embrace and leverage newcomer students’ full linguistic abilities. By incorporating translanguaging into everyday instruction, educators can create more inclusive, engaging, and multilingual classrooms where all students can thrive.
Strategies to Strengthen Immigrant Students’ Confidence, Connectedness, and Civic Engagement
This resource offers practical strategies to help immigrant and newcomer students build confidence, feel connected, and engage in civic life. It guides teachers in creating inclusive, empowering classrooms where all students can lead, contribute, and thrive.
11 Strategies to Identify and Integrate Newcomers’ Funds of Knowledge
This resource helps teachers uncover and build on newcomer students’ everyday knowledge and cultural strengths. With 11 practical strategies, it supports more inclusive, affirming classrooms where all students can thrive.
Evaluating California's Landmark Community Schools Investment
Discover how California's $4.1 billion community schools initiative aims to transform education by integrating academics with essential services, fostering equity, and supporting whole-child development.