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L.I. RBERN Family Academy provides free virtual events for families of English Language Learners.

Access over 25 videos in 5 different languages with our Family Video Resources Playlist.

RBERN Family Academy Workshops - Coming Soon!

We're excited to announce our upcoming Family Academy workshop series for 2025-2026! All workshops will be free, virtual, and designed to support and empower families in our community.

Workshops in Development

Understanding and Supporting Our Children: Navigating Immigration Stress A guide for Latino families on recognizing and addressing immigration-related stress in children, building emotional security, and maintaining cultural connections.

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Parents' Guide to Financial Aid Learn how to navigate college funding, complete the FAFSA, understand the NY State DREAM Act, and access financial resources for college-bound students. Available in English and Spanish.

Navigating 504 Plans and IEPs for English Language Learners Understanding educational accommodations, parent rights, and advocacy strategies to support your ELL student's academic success.


Stay tuned for dates, times, and presenter information. All workshops will feature bilingual support and provide practical take-home resources.

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Contact the L.I. RBERN Family Academy

Send us an email: bmchugh@esboces.org

Register for Upcoming Events!

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Families having fun playing Heads Up game at LIRBERN parent workshop