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December 31, 2025
10 Ways to Support Instruction for English Learners
Ariel Skelley, LA School Report
ELSF's Director of Texas Initiatives Altagracia "Grace" Delgado is featured in a recent Education Week article that focuses on scaffolds for English learners. This post is the first in a series on scaffolding instruction for students.
Grace dives into how scaffolds act as bridges for English Learners and how they should "recognize the interplay between language and content, honor students’ linguistic resources, and promote active engagement."
Read the full article on EdWeek to learn more.
"Scaffolding is most effective when it is responsive and gradually released. It is not about simplifying content but about making it accessible and amplifying language. This means assessing where students are, anticipating where they may struggle, and providing just enough support to move them forward. Over time, these supports should be reduced as students gain confidence and independence."