How do students move from learning a new language to using it confidently and fluently? In this engaging professional development session, participants will explore the stages of language acquisition and gain a deeper understanding of what language development looks like at each phase. Educators will learn practical, classroom-ready strategies to support multilingual learners as they progress from beginning language proficiency to academic fluency. Whether you're new to working with English learners or looking to strengthen your instructional toolkit, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable techniques to help all students thrive.