My research has broadly focused on the experiences of immigrant youth and students of color to understand how school institutions might better help them realize their promise.
My scholarship addresses sociolinguistic, interactional and policy perspectives on second language learning and bilingualism, with particular attention to educational and familial practices impacting language use, language learning and equity.
My research and teaching interests focus on culturally relevant pedagogy, urban and multicultural education in general, and immigrant education in particular.
