Resources for Emergent Bilingual Families
Resources for Emergent Bilingual Students and Families
Richard Milburn Academy is committed to supporting Emergent Bilingual students and their families throughout high school and as students prepare for life after graduation. The resources below provide information about ESL services, student and parent rights, graduation requirements, college and career planning, financial aid, and community support.
Understanding ESL Services and Family Rights
Texas Education Agency – TXEL Parent & Family Resources
Information and resources designed specifically for families of Emergent Bilingual students in Texas.
Parental Rights for Emergent Bilingual Families
Learn about parent rights, language access, student identification, ESL services, program participation, and communication with schools.
LPAC Parent Resources
Information to help families understand the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC), ESL services, and how Texas schools support Emergent Bilingual students. Resources are available in multiple languages.
Family Support Resources – TXEL
Resources for families seeking adult English classes, GED and adult education programs, digital literacy support, career preparation, and other educational opportunities.
High School Success, Testing, and Graduation
Texas Assessment – STAAR and EOC Resources
Information for students and families about STAAR End-of-Course assessments, testing requirements, student results, and available supports.
TEA TELPAS Resources
Learn more about the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS), which measures student progress in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English.
Texas Graduation Information
Information about Texas high school graduation requirements, endorsements, academic planning, and preparation for college, career, or military opportunities.
College, Career, and Financial Aid
My Texas Future
Explore careers, college programs, certificates, degrees, salaries, and education pathways available throughout Texas.
Texas OnCourse
College and career planning resources for Texas students and families, including information about graduation, college applications, career exploration, and financial aid.
Texas Career Check
Explore careers, wages, education requirements, job outlooks, and training opportunities across Texas.
Texas Reality Check
An interactive tool that helps students connect career choices with future earnings and the cost of living.
BigFuture by College Board
Search colleges, explore careers, find scholarships, and learn more about planning and paying for college.
ApplyTexas
Apply to participating Texas colleges and universities through one centralized application system.
Federal Student Aid – FAFSA
Information for students and parents about completing the FAFSA and applying for federal grants, loans, and other financial aid.
Texas Application for State Financial Aid – TASFA
Information about Texas state financial aid opportunities for eligible students who do not complete the FAFSA. Resources are available in English and Spanish.
Family and Community Support
2-1-1 Texas
Search for local assistance with food, housing, utilities, health care, transportation, employment, education, legal services, and other community needs.
Colorín Colorado
Bilingual resources for families supporting English learners, including information about school success, literacy, family engagement, and navigating the U.S. education system.
National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition (NCELA)
Federal information and resources related to English learners, multilingual education, and family engagement.
Need Help?
Families who have questions about ESL services or support for an Emergent Bilingual student are encouraged to contact their RMA campus or the RMA Special Populations Department. We are committed to helping students and families understand available services and successfully navigate high school, graduation, and postsecondary planning.