Register Now   Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503072 Leading and Learning: Multilingual Programs In today’s increasingly diverse classrooms, multilingual programs provide a valuable pathway for nurturing students’ linguistic, academic, and social-emotional development. This comprehensive workshop delves into the leadership and learning practices of multilingual education programs that prioritize equitable opportunities and maximize impact for multilingual learners. Participants will engage in reflective sessions to synthesize their learnings and develop action plans for implementing effective program practices. Target Audience: K-12 Administrators, Teacher Leaders, and Teachers.

Register Now   Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503073 Leveraging Multilingual Learners in Continuous Improvement In this session, we will explore innovative strategies for utilizing multilingual learners as vital resources in the continuous improvement of multilingual programs. Educators can gain invaluable insights into student experiences and needs by engaging with them and their families for deeper insights. This collaborative approach not only empowers students but also informs data-driven practices that enhance curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Join us as we discuss practical methods to integrate student voices into the improvement process, [...]

Register Now   Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503074 Multipurpose Can Do Student Portraits A Can Do Student Portrait focuses on a student’s strengths with information about the learner’s educational background, languages, family, and interests. Learn about how Student Portraits can be multipurpose and impactful for educators and students in the beginning, middle, and end of the school year. Participants will receive resources to help implement Can Do  Student Portraits throughout the year.  Essential Questions: How can we leverage student assets and challenge biases with Student Portraits? In what ways [...]

Register Now   Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503075 Utilizing ACCESS Data for Student Proficiency and Growth Join us for an engaging workshop designed for educators and leaders focused on student proficiency and growth. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key elements of data-driven decision-making to improve educational outcomes. Learn how to effectively utilize assessment data to monitor the progress of English learner students. Become familiar with the accountability systems that support Multilingual Learners.  Understand key elements of data-driven decision making. Understand assessment and other data needed to monitor the [...]

Register Now   Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503076 Introducing the WIDA ELD Standards Framework Designed for educators and leaders who are responsible for the integration of English language development within content learning, this workshop will overview the four components of the WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework. Participants will receive resources to support the implementation of the WIDA ELD Standards Framework. Essential Questions: How do the framework components work together to make a comprehensive picture of language development? In what ways can the Four Key Language Uses represent prominent [...]

Register Now   Date: Saturday, March 8, 2024 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 255503077 Ready, Set, ACCESS! Preparing for Success Designed for educators and leaders who are responsible for supporting and administrating the ACCESS assessment to English Learners, this comprehensive workshop aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to prepare their students for the state summative assessment. Participants will: Learn effective instructional practices to support student success on the ACCESS assessment Explore system-wide practices that enhance the assessment experience Create an action plan to prepare students for the upcoming ACCESS assessment [...]