PK12 Interest Section Mission Statement

The TESOL PreK–12 Interest Section supports the millions of children worldwide from non-English-speaking backgrounds in PreK–12 settings with a need to acquire fluency in English. PreK–12 also supports the professionals charged with the responsibility of assuring that these children receive the necessary ESOL instruction to enable them to function effectively in English both interpersonally and academically. The PK12 Interest Section (PK12-IS) supports and advocates for PreK–12 English language learners, their families, and EL educators around the world.