To ensure equity and excellence for all students, this sample RFP language was developed to allow districts to indicate a commitment to selecting English Language Arts (ELA) instructional materials that honor and build upon the linguistic and cultural assets of diverse multilingual learner (MLL) populations.

The following language, which can be adapted to meet specific local requirements, outlines expectations for instructional materials that are designed to effectively support MLLs. By incorporating these specifications into your Request for Proposals (RFPs) and evaluation rubrics, you signal your dedication to providing MLLs, and all students, with access to rigorous, grade-level literacy content while simultaneously fostering their language development and affirming their identities.

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