ALT “Our goal as teachers is not limited to being likable and approachable, though that can be very helpful. More important, it is to prioritize student capacity to grow as thinkers, learners, and scholars so that long after kids leave our classrooms, they believe strongly in their ability to be valuable contributors to their communities.” —Miriam Plotinsky, Instructional Specialist

ALT “Being bilingual isn’t a barrier. Having an accent isn’t a challenge. Thinking in a different language first isn’t a complication. Bilingualism is an asset, not a deficit.” —Dra. Andréa Rodriguez, Educator