Resources
Guide for Multilingual and Immigrant Families in New York City Public Schools
This guide will help you learn about your child's rights as an English Language Learner (ELL). Learn how you can speak up for your child, and the citywide support offered.
Immigrant Family Empowerment Guide
This guide will outline your rights as an immigrant family. Discover ways to help make your school community better, and resources for empowerment.
Additional Languages
The Immigrant Family Empowerment: Your Advocacy Guide is available in additional languages:
Opportunities
GenConnect
GenConnect is an eight-session program for families who speak languages other than English. Families will build skills in reading, and more. Through this program, you can help your child learn, and feel more confident speaking up at school. Check back this fall for information about 2026-27 programs.
Multilingual and Immigrant Conference
The Multilingual and Immigrant Family Conference celebrates the diversity of our communities. The event will have workshops such as the benefits of bilingual education, understanding school laws, and tips for mental health. Check this page later for information on how to register.
New York State Association for Bilingual Education (NYSABE)
NYSABE is a multilingual and multicultural association which unites educators, parents, school administrators, researchers, the media, and policy makers throughout the State. Together, everyone works to support multilingual learns grow. Visit the NYSABE webpage to learn more about becoming a member.
Tuition-Free Adult Education
Are you interested in starting a new career or going back to school? Join NYC Public Schools Adult Education programs to begin. Free classes will support you to learn English or get your high school diploma.