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The NCDPI World Languages Team would like to share the 3rd Quarter World Language Leaders Bulletin for the 2024 - 2025 school year. Please see the information below about upcoming meetings and opportunities, as well as professional development supporting the 2024 Standard Course of Study (SCoS) for World Languages, which will be implemented for the first time starting in Fall 2025.
- K-20 World Language Leaders Meeting on Wednesday, April 2
- Standards Academy (East and West) in Summer 2025
- DNCR Field Trip Funding Available - Apply at least 8 weeks in advance
- GLE Student Spotlight Submissions Requested
K-20 World Language Leaders Meeting
The final World Language Leaders meeting for this school year will be next Wednesday, April 2, from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. During these virtual meetings, we discuss policy changes, explore resources for the new standards, and collaborate on ideas about local questions and issues. It would be ideal to have one representative from every Public School Unit (PSU), or district and charter school, so that individual can be part of the statewide conversation and take information back for their PLCs, department meetings, or other local convenings.
Note: Any K-12 World Language leader (central office personnel, building or department head, or other educator designated to gather information about World Language programs and standards) can participate as their PSU's representative.
Please click on the K-20 World Language Leaders Meetings flyer in this article, which is housed in Canva, to submit your registration for the upcoming meeting and/or access the slides and recordings from past meetings. The flyer can also be accessed at go.ncdpi.gov/K-20WLLmeetings.
Standards Academy
NCDPI's Office of Teaching and Learning is combining the Growing Success for Multilingual Learners (MLs) Summer Conference with the Standards Academy - creating a one-of-a-kind opportunity to attend sessions at both events!
Don’t miss the chance to turbocharge your expertise by elevating your impact in supporting multilingual learners and strengthening your understanding of content standards!
Here’s what you can expect:
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Networking Opportunities: Connect with other educators, share ideas, and build a supportive professional network.
This is your chance to make a lasting impact on the academic success of multilingual learners while strengthening your professional connections and skills.
View the brochure for this combined event for dates, locations, and additional details! Share with colleagues who might be interested in attending. Don’t miss out—register today!
- West in Buncombe County on June 24 - 26
- East in Chatham County on July 22 - 24
The Standards Academy will feature two World Languages sessions, one focused on the Initial Implementation of the 2024 SCoS for World Languages, which will begin in the 2025 - 2026 school year, and the other delving into World Language Honors Level I and II Courses using the guidance and tools from the Office of Advanced Learning and Gifted Education, along with other support documents and resources.
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DNCR Field Trip Funding Available
Apply today for the Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund, which reimburses NC public schools for visits to any state site managed by the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR). Eligible destinations include NC State Parks, NC Historic Sites, the NC Symphony, the NC Zoo, and more! Explore the list of our DNCR’s 100+ sites and programs you can visit.
Need help choosing a site or completing the application? Rebecca Barefoot, DNCR Field Trip Fund Manager, is available for phone or virtual appointments, and you can contact her at fieldtripfund@dncr.nc.gov for personalized assistance.
Key Details:
- Applications are accepted year-round and need to be submitted at least 8 weeks before the field trip’s planned date.
- Funds cover transportation (including charter buses), tour/activity tickets, special activities, substitute teachers, chaperone costs, meals for students in need, and more.
- Title I schools are funding priorities!
Visit DNCR’s Learning Happens Here website to learn more and apply today!
 GLE Student Spotlight Submissions Requested
Celebrate Biliteracy in Your PSU!
The NCDPI Global Languages Endorsement (GLE) Team is seeking Student Spotlight submissions from districts and charter schools, or Public School Units (PSUs)! Student Spotlights are published quarterly via NCDPI listservs and social media channels to celebrate students who have satisfied the requirements of the Global Languages Endorsement (GLE), North Carolina’s Seal of Biliteracy! View recent Spotlights that have highlighted student biliteracy in Transylvania County Schools and Henderson County Schools.
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Want to celebrate and elevate student language achievements in your PSU? Consider submitting a Student Spotlight via the link, the button below, or the QR code above! The submission form is open and accepting responses.
The GLE is one of seven high school diploma endorsements available to public school students in North Carolina. To learn more about the GLE and its requirements, visit the NCDPI Global Education Recognitions and High School Diploma Endorsements webpages.
For questions about the GLE or Student Spotlight submissions, please contact the NCDPI GLE Team members:
Connect with NCDPI World Languages
Dr. Ann Marie Gunter, K-12 World Languages Consultant
Find a date and time to meet: go.ncdpi.gov/ConnectWL
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