Spotlight #5 Newcomer Guide for Grades 9-12 in Civics and Government
In this month’s issue, we explore this Newcomer Guide, for grades 9-12 in Civics and Government Learning about Geographical Factors that Influence Human Migration and Settlement.
This spotlight, created by Zilfa Ong, Cumberland County Schools teacher and NC Teacher Network member, highlights the integration of ELD standards with geography and social studies content while incorporating NC Literacy Instruction Standards. It showcases how planning and differentiation strategies, along with NCDPI supporting documents, can help multilingual learners engage deeply with academic content while building language proficiency.
Explore the spotlight.
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You and your students are invited to the 25th Annual Hispanic Education Summit, hosted by the NC Society of Hispanic Professionals (NCSHP)! This inspiring event offers Hispanic/Latinx students a day filled with motivational workshops, educational opportunities, and direct engagement with colleges and universities.
The Summit is a unique opportunity for students to connect with peers, envision their futures, and embrace the value of higher education.
When: Friday, March 21, 2025
Where: NCSU McKimmon Center, 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh, NC 27606Time: 8:00 a.m. -2:30p.m.
Share the purpose and goals of the Summit with your students, highlighting how this experience can shape their educational journey and open doors to future opportunities.
Seats are limited, and registration closes on Friday, February 28, 2025. Early registration is strongly encouraged to secure your school’s participation
Register or see the letter for more information
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Special Opportunity for Stokes, Guilford, Davidson, Davie, Thomasville City, Lexington, Iredell, Mitchell, Randolph, Asheboro, Surry, Yadkin, and Winston Salem.
For the first time, NCSHP is collaborating with the NC Community College System to host the inaugural Western NC Hispanic Student Educational Summit on April 10, 2025, at Forsyth Tech Community College.
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 Empowering Educators and Elevating Outcomes:
Growing Success for MLs and The Standards Academy
Here’s what you can expect:
One location - two conferences! Consider sending a team of stakeholders to maximize the impact of your participation! By attending together, you can foster collaboration and build a unified approach to supporting multilingual learners. Best of all, both conferences are free of charge, making it an incredible opportunity for
your team to learn and grow together!
Multiple Formats: To accommodate different preferences, the conference will be held at two in-person locations and will also offer a virtual option. Whether you prefer the energy of face-to-face interaction or the flexibility of attending virtually, we’ve got you covered!
Engaging Sessions: Participate in dynamic discussions with experts in the field. Our sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including best practices, collaboration strategies, and effective ways to elevate student learning!
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other educators, share ideas, and build a supportive professional network.
Explore the brochure for more information
Register for
- June 24-26 West: Buncombe County
- July 22-24 East: Chatham County
- June 27 and July 25 Virtually (Growing Success for MLs ONLY)
It's Time To Show Off Your Talents!
The real magic happens in your schools and classrooms!
The ML/Title III team is excited to build on the success of last year's Growing Success for MLs Summer Conference, and we need your help to make this year's event even better! We invite you to submit a proposal for the 2025 conference. By sharing your "boots on the ground" expertise, you can inspire fellow educators to create more effective learning environments for multilingual learners. Your practical strategies, innovative ideas, and proven methods will support teachers and benefit ML students across North Carolina!
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Collaborative Practices with Multilingual Learners: Rescheduled
- East: Craven County - Rescheduled for Thursday, April 17th
- West: Location Coming Soon - Tuesday, April 15th
Space is available: Reserve a spot
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Proposed Amendment to the 2025 ESSA State Plan Webinar
The Office of Accountability and Testing and the Office of Federal Programs is holding a webinar on Monday, February 10th from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This webinar will provide an overview of the proposed changes to the Every Students Succeeds Act (ESSA) State plan and provide an opportunity for stakeholder feedback and discussion. The intended audience is district and charter school leaders.
State Plan Amendment changes include:
Please register at the following link:
https://ncgov.webex.com/weblink/register/r519852664fa2ac23ffd3c68d36b92395
Please contact the regional accountability office or federal programs staff with questions.
Connect with the NCDPI Multilingual Learner/Title III Team!
ESLTitleIII@dpi.nc.gov
Twitter: @NCDPI_MLs #NCMLs #NCELD
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