Agents of Change: Manpreet Sandhu

The video spotlights Manpreet Sandhu, an improvement lead at Abraham Lincoln High School, as she discusses her role in enhancing educational outcomes for long-term multilingual learners. The school is part of a network of nine institutions exploring and testing innovative classroom strategies aimed at addressing the unique needs of this student population. Manpreet shares how continuous improvement practices have shaped her approach to fostering a more inclusive and effective learning environment.

Central to her efforts is the "juicy sentences" strategy, which empowers students to engage with complex academic texts by breaking down intricate sentences into more understandable components. This method not only improves comprehension but also equips students with tools to better express themselves in academic settings. Manpreet emphasizes how this technique has supported students in gaining confidence and improving their language skills, laying a foundation for long-term success.

The video also underscores the collaborative benefits of being part of a network of schools focused on similar challenges. By exchanging ideas, sharing data, and learning from collective experiences, Manpreet and her colleagues can refine their methods and scale successful practices. Her reflections highlight the potential of targeted strategies like "juicy sentences" to create meaningful, measurable change in classrooms, particularly for multilingual learners.