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Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learners

Supporting Every Student's Path to Success

The Department of Achievement Equity and Multilingual Learners partners with students, families, and staff to provide opportunities, resources, and support that help our learners thrive.

Through culturally responsive practices and targeted programming for students and families of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, we work to create an equitable learning environment where all students can succeed.

How We Support Students

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English Language Development

We serve students whose first language is not English by providing opportunities to build English language skills, engage in academic learning, and navigate the school experience.

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Adult and Child


Cultural Liaisons

Our cultural liaisons serve as partners for families, bridging communication between home and school. They provide language support, cultural guidance, and connections to resources.

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American Indian Education

We support American Indian students and families through culturally grounded programming, academic resources, and opportunities that honor identity, heritage, and community.

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Meetings and Events

Join us throughout the school year for meetings and events designed to support and connect multilingual families and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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Staff Training

Building Equity in Our Schools

Edina Public Schools provides ongoing professional learning to district staff to strengthen equity and improve student outcomes. Through quarterly modules, staff develop culturally informed practices that guide their teaching, communication, and partnership with students and families. This work helps bring to life our vision for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive.

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The Student Experience

At Edina Public Schools, students, families, and staff bring a wide range of experiences, cultures, and perspectives to our community. Together, we shape moments of connection, learning, and belonging across our district.

Members of the Edina Chinese Class standing together and smiling for a group photo.
Students wearing EHS Mosaic shirts sitting in a classroom at desks.
Student holding a participation ribbon in front of a poster board on Sweden.
Two students holding up flags for Hispanic Heritage Month.
Principal Bass speaking at a Juneteenth event on a stage decorated with balloons.
Three students following a teacher while wrapped in blankets.
Students and adults holding up a traditional Chinese dragon for a dragon dance.
Students hitting drums on a table with their hands.
A large group of kids standing with the Edina Mayor on a stage decorated in orange.
A Spanish Dual Language teacher holds the hand of a student while getting settled in class.