Transforming bilingual & DL programs across U.S.
Former TEA DL Coordinator | CEO NMS
Helping districts implement biliteracy with fidelity.
#DualLanguage#CBLI
Such a humble experience supporting amazing teachers these couple of days at Aldine ISD is part of the rewarding trajectory of paying forward. My knowledge accumulated through real classroom experiences is what helps teachers understand how to better serve students in dual language and transitional programs based on research and best practices. What a privilege to serve them with amor ❤️❤️❤️ #Aldineisd #SeguimosAdelante #duallanguage #BilingualEducation
Strong Dual Language programs do not thrive through isolated strategies alone — they function as ecosystems where leadership, language allocation, biliteracy, instructional practices, family engagement, and multilingual learning environments all work together to sustain student success. 🌎✨
One of the frameworks I continue developing through my work with schools and districts focuses on helping educators strengthen these interconnected systems to move beyond compliance and toward intentional multilingual education.
When one component is weakened, the entire program feels the impact. But when schools intentionally nurture every part of the ecosystem, multilingual learners thrive academically, linguistically, culturally, and emotionally. So grateful for the support ❤️💙
¡Seguimos! Pa’Lante con más ganas que antes 💫
#DualLanguage #Biliteracy #BilingualEducation #EmergentBilinguals #MultilingualEducation #EducationalLeadership #CrosslinguisticConnections #TxEDLIF #NationalMultilingualServices
The orgullosamente bilingüe student conference in EISD was a great success! It's the core of what we do every day. Inspire the new generation to pursue their dreams for a better future. Guide them through the process to become whatever they want in life; the sky is the limit when you put your heart into it. So proud of the Edgewood ISD team and their students! Adelante con ganas ❤️
#bilingue #EISDofSA #orgullosamentebilingue
@hugo_bil@JRod_EISD
The third @ESCRegion2 Service Center Bilingual Conference in Corpus Cristi was a great success, thanks to exceptional leadership and planning. @kipaustinhinton Dr. Kip Austin Hinton's keynote session provided insightful information about bilingual literacy, and it's wonderful that many teachers were able to attend.
Kudos to Mrs. Reyna L. Arriaga for her hard work and dedication to bilingual programs.
Looking forward to next year!
Thank you, Joseph! I sincerely appreciated the opportunity to spend time with your amazing teachers and students. The intentional planning, collaboration, and commitment to multilingual learners at Edgewood ISD were evident everywhere we visited. Grateful for the partnership and conversations!
Thank you @MLRRas for visiting our @HBGElementary Mighty Eagle bilingual classrooms today! 💙 We are proud to showcase the powerful teaching, student engagement, and language development happening every day. Thank you for the positive feedback! @JRod_EISD@ednanesnu@hugo_bil
Our @HBGElementary Mighty Eagles brought learning to life through an incredible student play performance! 🎭✨ Students worked together to create their setting, design costumes, rehearse their lines, and confidently present to our lower grade classrooms. Empowered by creativity!
ESL (English as a Second Language) is an approved certification in Texas, and honestly, supporting teachers through this journey is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do ❤️. We get to have real conversations about how language learning actually happens. I think about my own experience as an English learner all the time—and yes, I still make mistakes… pero está bien 😊. Learning a second language is a process; it’s not about being perfect, it’s about growing, trying, and showing up. Language is alive and changes, and we learn as we go. So, if you’re on this journey too, just know that mistakes are part of it—and that’s exactly how learning happens. Creating safe environments where students and teachers feel comfortable taking risks is crucial. Gracias maestras. Pa’lante con mas ganas que antes 💪🏼❤️
#ESL #TeacherLife #LanguageLearning #Godisgoodallthetime
Looking at the students' work on the library walls and listening to students prepare for an event in the auditorium makes you reflect on how important the job of an educator is.
The multilingual team at Fort Worth ISD deserves recognition for their remarkable work with teachers and EB families, which has not been highlighted in recent news coverage. Their accomplishments speak for themselves. The data is clear. Dra L Garza García & Dr. Mendoza, gracias a todas por su dedicación y servicio.
#bilingualeducation #DedicatedToExcellence
Yo muy feliz with what we accomplished this year! 💛
Celebrating familias who completed our monthly Dual Language Parent Academy... Graduación mode ON 🎓����
As a Latina mom of bilingual children, this work is personal. When families understand dual language, they become advocates.
Gracias Goose Creek CISD & Summit K12 for supporting this work. ¡Muchas gracias por la confianza!
Districts ready to strengthen family engagement—let’s connect! https://t.co/B9ZD45fFC2
#SeguimosPaLanteConMásGanasQueAntes
#DualLanguage #Biliteracy #FamilyEngagement #GCCISD
In every space I enter, I focus on what truly matters - breaking down barriers, fostering meaningful connections, and building with purpose. I'm deeply grateful to the educators who've given me the opportunity to collaborate on Saturdays. The journey continues. Blessed beyond… and like someone texted me “mientras otros hablan, yo avanzo” 🤣❤️🙏
... ¡Seguimos adelante con más ganas que antes! ❤️💪🏼#multilingualeducation #collaboration #amazingteachers
During walkthroughs across dual language campuses in Clark County School District, I witnessed a group of passionate central office leaders, school administrators, and teachers working together—committed to doing what is best for multilingual learners.
I saw what strong leadership and a deep belief in students can build.
Intentional. Aligned. Purpose-driven.
#DualLanguage #BilingualEducation #MultilingualLearners #Biliteracy #CCSD
¡Seguimos! Pa’Lante con más ganas que antes #NMS 💫