Professional Development for World Language Educators
Please see the list of upcoming conferences and professional development (PD) below from various organizations that serve multiple World Languages and/or types of programs. Details about registration, discounts, content, etc. are available using the links provided.
Additional PD is listed in chronological order through March 2025 on the K-20 Professional Development page on FLANC's website under the Resources tab.
Growing Success for MLs Summer Conference
Make plans now to join experts from across the state and the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) for the ML/Title III Growing Success for Multilingual Learners (MLs) Summer Conference. This year's conference theme, "Unlocking the Power of Multilingual Learners for Academic Success," promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience.
Multiple Formats: There are two face-to-face locations and a virtual option. Whether you prefer the collaborative energy of in-person events or the flexibility of virtual participation, you're covered!
Dynamic Sessions: Engage in thought-provoking discussions led by experts in the field and DPI. The carefully curated sessions cover a range of topics, from best practices and collaboration techniques to effective engagement with schools, families, and communities. This includes sessions on dual language/immersion (DL/I) and heritage programs, as well as the Global Languages Endorsement (GLE), NC's Seal of Biliteracy, such as:
- DL/I + LIS = K-5 Language Acquisition
- Elevating & Celebrating Bilingualism - Strike a Chord with CDM, AIG, and GLE
- Heritage Language Courses + LIS = Essential Literacy for Graduation
- Responding to GLE Data through an Equity Lens
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow educators, exchange ideas, and build a supportive professional network!
Resources, Grants, and Opportunities
Please see the list of awards, calls, grants, etc. below from various groups that are available to World Language educators, students, programs, and organizations. Details about applications, eligibility, timelines, etc. are available using the links provided.
Additional opportunities are listed in order by deadline through October 2024 on the K-20 Opportunities for Students and Educators page on FLANC's website under the Resources tab.
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Luz M. Frye Honored Educator Scholarship Applications
Due April 30
NCCAT's Luz M. Frye Honored Educator Scholarship (HES) was named for Luz Frye who taught Spanish in Wake County for 30 years. Now retired, her professional career included active membership in the Foreign Language Association of North Carolina (FLANC), the Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT), and the NC Society of Hispanic Professionals. She was named the 2001 FLANC Teacher of the Year, and this HES is available statewide for a World Language teacher.
The 10 statewide and 13 county Honored Educator Scholarships (HES) use the same NCCAT application form for the 2024-2025 period and provide an opportunity for selected teachers to attend an NCCAT seminar of their choice. An HES covers all costs associated with participation in a five-day NCCAT seminar, including program materials, instruction, food, lodging, transportation, and substitute teacher. The honored educator also receives $250 for use in the classroom.
Please submit HES applications by April 30, 2024. For questions on application content, contact Emily Langdon, NCCAT Development Associate, at emily.langdon@nccat.org.
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 The NCVPS Culture Café hosts hour-long sessions on various cultural topics in Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Latin, and Arabic to broaden students’ cultural and world views. The presentations are delivered by the faculty of the North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS) as ancillary instruction for interested students on a variety of cultural, culinary, historical, geographic and architectural themes related to the target languages of the World Language Department.
Here is the schedule of upcoming Culture Cafés:
Please use the links above to learn more and/or take a look at the Culture Café archives at the bottom of the page with recorded episodes going back to January 2020.
 The North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS) is the second-largest virtual school in the country. Each year, there are over 55,000 student enrollments across North Carolina that take advantage of NC Virtual to ensure they have access to an unprecedented set of choices. Through online, blended, and mobile courses, students are discovering the “virtual advantage” that will prepare them for college and a career, and the NCVPS World Languages Department is looking for teachers, conversation coaches, and course developers to work part-time.
NCVPS Teachers are required to have a current Professional Educator's NC Teaching License in the subject area in which they are applying to teach, and open positions are currently available in Arabic I - III, German I - II, Mandarin Chinese I - IV, and Spanish I - IV.
NCVPS Conversation Coaches facilitate language practice sessions for small groups of students in NCVPS World Language courses. They must be eligible to work in the USA and provide documentation of a score of at least Advanced Low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) exam (OR professional working proficiency in the World Language). Coach positions are currently available for Arabic I - III and Mandarin Chinese I - IV.
NCVPS is also looking for highly qualified NC certified teachers to serve as subject-matter experts on course development teams in various roles. At this time, course reviewer position(s) are posted in French I - IV, along with content writer positions in Arts Education and Social Studies courses.
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ACTFL is the national professional organization for K-20 World Language educators, and, much like our regional and state groups, offer leadership opportunities and awards. Please read the information below to learn more about how to submit nominations. |
ACTFL Board of Directors Nominations
Due by Friday, June 7
ACTFL is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of leaders in language education from both K-12 and Higher Education. Each year, ACTFL elects at-large members and the President-Elect, to the ACTFL Board. The President-Elect position varies each year, between a K-12 representative and a higher education representative. ACTFL members in good standing for at least three years are encouraged to apply (five years with a proven record of service and leadership within ACTFL for President-Elect). The Nominating Committee reviews all applications and works to ensure that the ACTFL Board is representative of the membership in languages, levels, regions, and other factors, as outlined by ACTFL’s Strategic Plan.
Please see the details and the online nomination form posted on the ACTFL Board Nominations webpage if interested. Questions can be directed to Kristina Jackson at kjackson@actfl.org.
ACTFL & Language Connects Foundation Professional Awards Nominations
Due by Friday, June 14
The ACTFL & Language Connects Foundation Awards Program recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of language education. Awards and nomination procedures are announced and candidates' names are solicited annually. The results of the selections are announced at the ACTFL Annual Meeting, which will be in Philadelphia on November 22 - 24, 2024, and in the Winter issue of The Language Educator.
Please see the 12 awards categories, which include opportunities for individuals and groups across the K-20 spectrum to be recognized. Nomination procedures for each each category are available on the ACTFL & Language Connects Foundation Awards Program webpage, and questions can be addressed by contacting ACTFL at 703-894-2900 or awards@actfl.org.
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