These findings point to AI’s potential not just as a supplemental tool but also as a transformative element in inclusive bilingual education. For example, a bilingual teacher can use an AI chatbot to simulate conversation practice in English while the tool gives real-time feedback. Several challenges need to be addressed to ensure AI use in bilingual education is responsible, inclusive, and effective:Bias in algorithms: AI tools may reinforce linguistic or cultural biases. Building Capacity: Where to BeginGetting started with AI in bilingual education doesn’t require a massive budget or technical overhaul. Used thoughtfully, AI can support personalized, culturally affirming, and linguistically inclusive education for the growing number of emergent bilingual students across the nation.