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BPAC (Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee)

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Who Can Join?

All are welcome and encouraged to participate, including parents and guardians of students enrolled in bilingual or English Learner (EL) programs. BPAC meetings are open to the public and welcome to anyone interested in supporting bilingual education.

What is BPAC?

BPAC is the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee required for public school districts that offer transitional bilingual programs and/or transitional programs of instruction to multilingual learners. The committee meets at least four times per year (Section 228.30 Establishment of Programs: Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee) and consists of bilingual program parents, legal guardians of ELs, certified staff and other school personnel and EL community leaders. Membership is representative of the languages served by the District.

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Mission Statement

To empower bilingual families through advocacy, education, and collaboration—ensuring that every multilingual learner in our district receives equitable access to high-quality instruction and support.

Goals of BPAC

  • Promote family engagement in bilingual and dual language programs.
  • Provide input on curriculum and services for English Learners (ELs).
  • Foster communication between families and school staff.
  • Celebrate cultural diversity and multilingualism across the district.
  • Offer workshops and resources to support student success.

Meeting Dates

Proposed meeting schedule for the year

Location: Spring Wood Middle School Commons

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM

BPAC Team

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Dr. Carrie Buckley, Associate Superintendent of Teaching & Learning

(630) 894-4467 | cbuckley@esd20.org

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Maria Noyola, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

(630) 894-4004Ā | mnoyola@esd20.org

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Estefania Bravo, Family Liaison

(630) 894-4017Ā | ebravo@esd20.org

BPAC Leaders

Andrea Caballero

Maria Hernandez