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Bilingual Education: Supporting English Language Learners in New York State

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Welcome to the Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

We at the New York State Education Department are dedicated to ensuring that students who speak languages other than English at home have equal access to quality education. If your child speaks a language different from English, they are on the path towards bilingualism – congratulations! As a parent or guardian, you're playing an essential role in this process.

Identifying and Serving English Language Learners ELLs

We provide guidance for identifying students whose primary languages are other than English through comprehensive programs. These programs m to support children who need help acquiring English proficiency while also recognizing their unique assets of being multilingual or bilingual. Our goal is to utilize your child's home language as an asset, fostering academic success.

Programs and Resources

Explore the various educational offerings avlable for students like yours across New York State. We cover:

We also provide access to additional information, materials, and resources through local school districts. This partnership with you is crucial in ensuring that our efforts complement the nurturing environment at home.

Engaging Resources

Utilize our suite of educational tools:

Roadmap to College

Discover how your child can leverage bilingual capabilities as they navigate toward higher education. Our resources are designed to help them prepare for future academic opportunities.


Visit our website or contact us directly for the latest updates and further information.



Contact Information


All inquiries will be promptly handled by our dedicated team.


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