State Partners for Multilingual Learners (SPML) ML/Title III Leadership Team Now Accepting Applications for the 24-26 Term

The SPML is a team of experts from across the state who work with the NCDPI's ML/Title III team to develop projects, comprehensive guidance, and other critical tasks to promote equitable access for Multilingual Learners (MLs) in North Carolina.

 The SPML team, formerly known as the English Learners Advisory Council, is a testament to enduring commitment and evolving purpose. For more than a decade, its journey has been characterized by dedication to supporting the work surrounding multilingual learners (MLs). What began as a focused initiative has blossomed into a dynamic force for change, responding to the landscape of ML student needs. 

For the 2024-26 term, SPML is prioritizing the ongoing efforts of the ELD Recognition Award and MTSS teams while also launching new subcommittees. These subcommittees will focus on developing guidance for progress monitoring of MLs and identifying best practices for serving ML students with an Exceptional Children (EC) identification.

SPML's commitment to collaboration, advocacy, and action ensures that it remains a driving force for positive change for MLs across North Carolina. If you're interested in joining us, please review the flyer and submit an application!

The mountains are calling all master ESL instructional leaders!!! Buncombe County Schools has an opening for a dynamic, collaborative ESL coach who can lead & inspire educators in BCS to greater heights when working effectively with MLs"    The BCS ESL Coach role is a:

• Highly motivated individual with creative ideas that enhance the BCS ESL vision
• Master teacher in the field of ESL (K-12)
• Coach mentor to ESL teachers, improving their instructional practices, classroom management strategies, and use of effective teaching methodologies for ELLs through co-planning, modeling, co-teaching, and observing to deliver timely and appropriate feedback.
• Coach content and ESL teachers in modifying, and differentiating instruction and assessment of ELLs.

Who will (have):

• Participate in the implementation of Title III of ESEA by providing high-quality, on-going professional development.
• Experienced with ELD curriculum resources to assist teachers in understanding and successfully implementing the ELD curriculum
• Keeps abreast of developments, research, and technology in the areas of instructional best practices in the field
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Experience training staff on Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP), Guided Language Acquisition Design (GLAD).
• Must have knowledge and ability to articulate and achieve alignment of WIDA, NCSCS, and BCS curriculum goals.
• Proven experience in development, preparation, and presentation of information to Teachers, Administrators, district leaders, board, and community members
• Collaborate with school Administrators and Coaches to develop and implement effective ESL Program models and instructional strategies aligned with State and district standards.

Please check out the entire job description for more details at Buncombe County School Applitrack.

The closing date is Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Apply Today!

Call for Participation - Applications due June 1, 2024

Ignite Online Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are designed to support administrators and educators working with multilingual learners and their families. PLCs start every Fall. PLC activities include 24 hours of online engagement include asynchronous PD modules (9 hours), regular small group PLC sessions (1.5 hours per month for 8 months, a total of 12 hours), and whole-group sessions (1.5 hours per semester, a total of 3 hours).

With the support from the National Professional Development grant, Ignite PLC participants receive $600 for their participation. Each PLC may choose to design family engagement events. Grant funds are allocated for these events so teachers may purchase supplies such as books for families. In addition, PLC may choose to involve family members in designing and sharing family engagement activities that promote literacy.

Learn more about the 2024-2025 PLC topics: https://go.uncg.edu/plc2024-25. Applications are due June 1, 2024.

Global Ready Designations   Support global awareness and increase global competence in your school or district through a global ready designation!    Explore the updated process and rubric for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond. easy to follow rubric Opportunity for reflection and planning highlight your global education initiatives Go to https://go.ncdpi.gov/NCGlobalEd today!

A Few Seats Still Available for the Summer Conference! Multiple Formats! - Choose between attending in person or virtually!   Dynamic Session! -  ELD Standards, Newcomers, Advocacy, Parent and Family Engagement, Content Collaboration, and so much more!   Check the sessions in the WEST for June 25th - 27th and in the EAST for July 23rd - 25th. We will share the Virtual sessions soon!  Learn more in the Conference Brochure

2024 CTE Summer Conference July 18-19

2023-2024 ML/Title III Webinar Series - Archived

Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, the NCDPI ML/Title III Team held a series of webinars involving multiple standards-based topics.  These sessions can now be accessed via the link below. 

Watch Archived Sessions and Access the Slides

• Best Practices for Working with Newcomers

• Reframing Education for Long-Term ELs

• Standards-Based Academic Language Development

• Exploring Grading for Multilingual Learners
• Academic Conversations with ACCESS Data Integration

New PDs from WIDA - Join the Fun! Four new free, virtual WIDA webinar learning opportunities that offer insights and resources on a variety of topics relevant to educators of multilingual learners. Find times, dates, registration links and recordings on the WIDA Webinars webpage.

Need Contact Hours? Explore WIDA eLearning!

Do you work with MLs in NC? Do you want to learn more about supporting ML education in the content area classroom? Do you want to earn contact hours as you grow professionally?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, explore course listings and take a course or two!  Be sure to share the information with other educators of MLs in your PSUs!  

• Developing Language for Learning in Mathematics 
• Engaging Multilingual Learners in Science: Making Sense of Phenomena 
• Exploring the WIDA PreK-3 Essential Actions (NEW!) 
• Home Languages in the Classroom (ICMEE) 
• Making Language Visible in the Classroom 
• Newcomers: Promoting Success through Strengthening Practice (NEW!) 
• Reframing Education for Long-term English Learners  
• Social Studies: Engaging Multilingual Learners through Inquiry 
• The WIDA ELD Standards Framework: A Collaborative Approach

Connect with the NCDPI Multilingual Learner/Title III Team!

ESLTitleIII@dpi.nc.gov

Twitter: @NCDPI_MLs #NCMLs #NCELD

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