English Learners in Illinois

“Bolstering the academic success of English Learners will build a better future for us all. Their academic success is critical not only for the sustainability of the communities from which they come, but also for Illinois as a whole.” – Sylvia Puente


Welcome to the English Learner Resource Hub, an extension of the Latino Policy Forum. The Forum supports solid implementation of research and policy. Find here various resources to support high quality education for English Learners. The site offers decision makers, administrators, and families tools and insights to support English Learner students. 

About Us

Through advocacy and analysis, the Latino Policy Forum builds a foundation for equity, justice and economic prosperity for the Latino community. By catalyzing policy change, the Forum works to improve education outcomes, advocate for affordable housing, promote just immigration policies and strengthen community leadership.

The Education Team of the Latino Policy Forum envisions Latino children across the educational continuum have equitable educational opportunities.

Contact Us

Rebecca Vonderlack-Navarro, PhD
Director of Education Policy and Research

rvnavarro@latinopolicyforum.org