IDRA Newsletter
September 2026 Edition of the IDRA Newsletter – Focus: Language Rights
Articles
Where Language and Disability Meet – What Schools Must Do Differently, by Lizdelia Piñón, Ed.D.
Multiracial Movement Secures Language Rights for Students – The Law in Education – Lau v. Nichols, by Alexis Molden & Paige Duggins-Clay, J.D.
Proposed Federal English-Only Rules Would Deny Bilingual Instruction in Head Start
Texas Can Extend its Bilingual Education Leadership to All Grades – New Bilingual Pathways Report Highlights a Way Forward, by Chloe Latham Sikes, Ph.D.
Extras
Video (2:15 min): Families Take Action for Seal of Biliteracy
Infographic: Where Language and Disability Meet – 5 Things School Districts Must Do Differently
Flier: Every Language is an Asset
Mexican American Studies – A Deep Look by High School Students
Feb 28, 2024• By Marcela Hernández, Jonas Lokensgard & Hannah Rosales • IDRA Newsletter • February 2024 • Editor’s Note: In March … read more
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Black Students Belong – The Case for an Afrofuturistic Education
Feb 26, 2024By Paige Duggins-Clay, J.D. • February 27, 2024 • I was proud to participate in the Thurgood Marshall Legal Society’s … read more
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Books by Black Authors to Add to Your Classroom Library
Feb 23, 2024By Aurelio M. Montemayor, M.Ed. • February 27, 2024 • Access to books by Black authors highlight the importance of … read more
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Going Back to that Beautiful History – In Defense of African American Studies
Feb 23, 2024By Terrence Wilson, J.D. • February 27, 2024 • Leaders, particularly in the Southern United States, are restricting students’ access … read more
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Books by Black Authors for Your Classroom
Feb 23, 2024This Black History Month we are highlighting resources that you can add to your classroom libraries that include resources to … read more
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Texas Censorship Law Leads to New Rubric for State-Approved Instructional Materials
Feb 12, 2024By Chloe Latham Sikes, Ph.D. • Knowledge is Power • February 12, 2024 • The Texas State Board of Education … read more
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State Board of Education Punts Course Adoption Consideration for American Indian/Native Studies
Feb 12, 2024By Chloe Latham Sikes, Ph.D. • Knowledge is Power • February 12, 2024 • Advocates anticipated the Texas State Board … read more
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Texas School Counselors Point to Troubling State of College Advising – IDRA Studies the Role of Middle School Counselors in Supporting Students’ College Readiness
Jan 30, 2024• IDRA Newsletter • January 2024 • A decade after Texas policymakers weakened graduation requirements, middle school counselors struggle with … read more
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Texas’ Ban on College Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Offices Takes Effect
Jan 30, 2024• By Chloe Latham Sikes, Ph.D. • IDRA Newsletter • January 2024 • The Texas legislature passed Senate Bill 17 … read more
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Encouraging STEM Pathways through Student and Teacher Experiences
Jan 30, 2024• By Stephanie Garcia, Ph.D. • IDRA Newsletter • January 2024 • More than ever, there is a global priority … read more
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IDRA Priorities for the 2024 Georgia General Assembly Session
Jan 30, 2024• IDRA Newsletter • January 2024 • The Georgia General Assembly opened its 2024 session this month and will operate … read more
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Envisioning a Bright Future for All Students
Dec 15, 2023• By Celina Moreno, J.D. • IDRA Newsletter • November-December 2023 • Listen to audio version: Standing on the Shoulders … read more
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Anniversary Year in Review
Dec 15, 2023• IDRA Newsletter • November-December 2023 • Since the Rodríguez v. San Antonio ISD Supreme Court ruling in 1973 allowed … read more
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Highlights of IDRA’s 50th Anniversary Calendar of Events
Dec 15, 2023• IDRA Newsletter • November-December 2023 • This year, IDRA held events to both celebrate our anniversary and, importantly, do … read more
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Recognitions in 2023
Dec 15, 2023• IDRA Newsletter • November-December 2023 • City of San Antonio Declares IDRA Day In recognition of IDRA’s 50th anniversary … read more
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Bold Legacy, Bright Future – IDRA’s 50th Anniversary Gala
Dec 15, 2023• IDRA Newsletter • November-December 2023 • In November, our anniversary gala brought together over 300 educators, policymakers, researchers, students … read more
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Reflections on IDRA Work Across 50 Years – A Story of Innovation, Connection and Faithfulness
Nov 02, 2023• María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel, Ph.D. • IDRA 50th Anniversary Galal Program • November 2, 2023 • 2023 marks 50 years … read more
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Teens Win 2023 National Essay Contest Awards – IDRA Valued Youth Partnership Tutors Share Stories of the Program’s Impact on Their Lives
Oct 31, 2023Six students received prizes in a national competition among participants in the IDRA Valued Youth Partnership program, a nationally-recognized cross-age … read more
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Students Deserve to Read Diverse Books – Texas Policymakers Should Help
Oct 31, 2023• By Rebekah Skelton • IDRA Newsletter • October 2023 • At the recent Texas State Board of Education meeting, … read more
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Digital Equity Not a Luxury for Students
Oct 31, 2023• By Michelle Martínez Vega & Christina Quintanilla-Muñoz, M.Ed. • IDRA Newsletter • October 2023 • Digital equity is essential … read more
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