"This book is a “one place stop” per se for implementing DLE effectively, whereby educators can set the conditions right for students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The content within this book provides a DLE vision where thirvability is the outcome for every leader, educator, student, and community."

Analis Carattini-Ruiz, K-12 Administration, Alpine School District

"This book is a must-read for anyone who makes decisions that affect Dual Language programs including principals and assistant principals, program directors, curriculum directors, professional learning directors, assistant superintendents, superintendents and school board members."

Marion Friebus-Flaman, Director of Language Acquisition Services, Naperville Community Unit School District 20

"The authors of this book have collectively brought together an outstanding resource on the value of multilingualism and dual language programs. This book delves into practical solutions to common concerns, helps both teachers and leaders engage the students and families they serve, and provides structural guidance as well as historical and current perspectives for us to consider. Whether you already have a dual language program in your school(s) or are considering implementing a dual language program, this book will help you create positive change and engage your community and stakeholders more fully. Most importantly, this book is likely to be a resource you will revisit multiple times for its innovative ideas and support of our multilingual students of all language backgrounds."

Elizabeth Scaduto, Director of ENL/ESL K-12, Riverhead Central School District

"Not only will this book be a necessary item for our leaders and educators’ libraries, but it will be an essential text for any educator or leader that works and supports multilingual leaners."

Christine Kennedy, District Program Facilitator, Multilingual Department, Minneapolis Public Schools