CALSA Summer Institute 2025

“From Labels to Legacies: Honoring the Brilliance of Multilingual Learners” is a call to reframe how we see and support students who speak multiple languages. Rather than defining learners by what they are still acquiring, this approach celebrates the rich linguistic, cultural, and intellectual assets they already bring. It challenges educators and administrators to move beyond deficit-based labels and recognize the powerful legacies these students are building each day. This session will focus on how administrators can create intentional systems that meet multilingual learners’ goals, empower students to reclassify with confidence, and design environments that honor their brilliance. By centering asset-based practices and valuing home languages, we ensure that students are positioned to thrive academically and personally—leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.