Understanding the needs of emergent bilingual learners (EBLs) is important for consultants working to promote inclusive, affirming school environments. Thirty-three school professionals, including teachers, counselors, and social workers (70% female, 20% persons of color, 18% bilingual) shared their perceptions of experiences of EBLs attending…

High school students labeled as English learners, referred to in this article as emergent bilinguals, participated in a mixed-methods study of their social and emotional well-being. Relationships with school personnel, peer relations, and involvement in support activities were connected to well-being while experiences of microaggressions from…