As a school social worker, I have worked closely with English Learners. I have naturally connected with many of these students because I was an English Learner myself. I came to the United States with my mother in 1996 when I get 8 years old. At a young age, I quickly learned that there would be barriers that I would have to overcome in order to adapt to a new environment. Having parent support and encouragement along the way was the key to my success. As a result, my experience has allowed me to meet the needs of many of my students and families.
