The first webinar in the series will take place on September 2 from 3:30 to 5:00 pm, Understanding Second Language Acquisition. Build your foundational knowledge of second language acquisition and examine how multilingual learners develop language across listening, speaking, reading, and writing domains. The session will explore factors that influence language development and implications for classroom instruction. Participants will engage in learning that advances Principle 2: Strengthen Core Instruction Priority 1 - Key Action for the Classroom identified in the ML/Title III Framework.

Register for upcoming webinars using the links below or via the webinar series brochure.

• How Language Functions within the Content Area Classroom, December 2, 2026 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM
• Unpacking Language in Content Area Standards, February 10, 2027 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM
• Co-planning and Co-teaching Aligned Instruction for ML Success, April 14, 2027 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM

NCDPI World Language Webinar Series

Join us for the 2026-2027 World Languages Standard Course of Study (SCOS) Webinar Series: Teaching and Assessing for Proficiency! This series provides practical strategies that bring the new standards to life in your classroom and build real-world proficiency for your students.

Each session features the SCOS toolkit resources like the Unpacking’s “In the Classroom” examples, along with national tools such as the NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements and Guiding Principles for Language Learning. We’ll dive deep into the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes of communication, showing you how to weave in literacy, interdisciplinary, intercultural, and community connections from the strands. Best of all, you’ll focus on how to adapt and implement Integrated Performance Assessments (IPAs) tailored to your K-12 program(s), language(s), and course(s).

Dates & Registration

The 2026-2027 World Languages SCOS Webinar Series will be held on the following Wednesdays at 3:45 - 5:15 pm. Register for each session using the links below or via the webinar series brochure.

1. Using Integrated Performance Assessments - September 9
2. Strengthening the Interdisciplinary & Literacy Connections Strand - November 4
3. Supporting the Intercultural & Communities Connections Strand - February 3
4. Providing Effective Feedback with Performance Assessment Rubrics - April 7

Certificates & Badge

Your professional growth is important to us! All participants at the live broadcasts will receive a Certificate of Attendance. If your schedule is full, don’t worry—recordings and activities will be posted with an asynchronous option available so you can still earn credit on your own time. 

Educators who participate in at least three of the four sessions, synchronously or asynchronously, will earn the Teaching and Assessing for Proficiency Completer Badge!

During each webinar, participants will:

• Gain an overview of the featured strand, including its purpose, structure, and design.
• Explore key resources and unpacking documents to build a deeper understanding of the standards and objectives within that strand.
• Reflect on the instructional shifts needed to support effective teaching and learning aligned to the new standards.

Dates and Registration | Register for each session using the links below or via the promotional flyer.

• Webinar 1: Complex Text Strand, September 24, 2026 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM
• Webinar 2: Foundational Skills Substrand, November 12, 2026 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM
• Webinar 3: Comprehension Development Strand, January 20, 2027 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM
• Webinar 4: Communication and Writing Strand, April 22, 2027 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM

10th International Conference on Immersion and Dual Language Education

Proposals due September 11

Dual Language/Immersion (DL/I) educators are invited to submit a session proposal by September 11, 2026, for the 10th International Conference on Immersion & Dual Language Education—a signature gathering for educators and researchers committed to advancing multilingual learning.

Join educators, researchers, and advocates from around the globe to explore the future of immersion and dual language education. Engage in rich discussions, share research and classroom strategies, and build lasting connections at this milestone event.

Additional details and the submission form are at dli-alliance.org/event/global27/, including information about the four topic strands and the various Fresh Take presentation types listed below.

• 50 minute sessions:
  • Ignite Sessions sharing innovative practices, applied research, or transferable ideas and examples.
  • Deep Dives exploring a case study, research, or best practice via in-depth discussion or modeling.
  • Peer Connections facilitating conversations around shared challenges amongst job-alike peers.
• 30 minute sessions:
  • Brain Bursts troubleshooting a problem of practice through collaborative analysis.
  • Vision Sparks imagining a bold future with “What if…” scenarios that challenge current assumptions.

Conference registration also includes:

• 2 pre-conference webinars
• 10 rounds of general sessions - Sneak Peek here!
• Scavenger hunt activities in the exhibit hall
• Continental breakfast and 2 lunches during the conference
• Allied organization meetings

Early Bird Registration is now open and available until September 11, 2026! Take advantage of discounted rates and join FLANC for an unforgettable conference experience. Questions can be directed to Kelly Ortiz at 1vp@flanc.org as she is serving as 1st Vice President & Program Chair.

SALC All Things Immersion Webinar Series

The Southern Atlantic Language Collaborative (SALC) team, representing Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia, is offering the 2026-2027 All Things Immersion (ATI) Webinar Series for both program leaders and classroom instructors.

Note: SALC’s ATI webinar series are provided for free but registration is required. 

Leadership Strand

The ATI Leadership Strand is a monthly professional learning series for DL/I program leaders and administrators. Sessions will be held on the third Tuesday of each month during the school year, except in November and March, from 10:00 - 11:00 am Eastern Time. The series will kick off on September 15 with the topic of Leading with Intention: Scheduling and Support Systems for Strong DL/I Programs.

Each monthly session will feature a specific focus topic, along with time for questions and discussion. The series is open to DL/I leaders and administrators from the Southern Atlantic Language Collaborative (SALC) region: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.  

Register once and attend any session. Topics and presenters will be shared as they are confirmed, and attendees will receive a Certificate of Participation from the Virginia Department of Education.

Instructional Strand

The ATI Instructional Strand aims to provide teachers with a platform to explore and engage in best practices related to immersion education. Educators from North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia will facilitate sessions on all matters that positively impact teaching and learning in a dual language/immersion (DL/I) classroom. 

Please go to the 2026-2027 ATI Webinar Series for Educators form and check all the sessions you plan to attend. You will receive a Zoom link invitation via email approximately one week before the sessions you have selected, so be sure to save these Tuesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm on your calendar.

• September 22: Bridging in the DL/I Classroom
• October 27: Aligning Language Goals with Content Goals in DL/I
• November 17: Embedding Cultural Content in the DL/I Classroom
• January 26: The Acquisition of Language and Vocabulary in DL/I
• February 23: DL/I at the High School Level
• March 23: Data Conversations that Drive Language Content Growth in DL/I

Note: Dates and topics may be subject to change.

Attendees will receive a Certificate of Participation for renewal credit from the South Carolina Department of Education upon completion of a survey at the end of each session.

NCDPI DL/I Leaders Meetings for 2026-2027

The DL/I in NC Committee is evolving! Starting this school year, we are transforming into the DL/I Leaders Meetings—a dynamic, statewide collaborative network open to all dual language/immersion (DL/I) practitioners across North Carolina.

Participants will:

• Receive policy updates and understand their direct impact on DL/I programs at the elementary, middle, and/or high school levels.
• Review and access high-quality materials, research, and resources to support program implementation and long-term growth.
• Collaborate, share solutions, and network with peers on the topics you need to talk about the most. Please note: this will take place during the final hour of each meeting as a virtual working lunch.

Dates & Registration

With over 300 DL/I programs driving success across North Carolina, leadership takes many forms. We have the virtual capacity to welcome at least three leaders from every single program (central office leaders, school administrators, and/or instructional leads).

Please click on the dates below to register for each meeting and receive a calendar invitation with your connection details for these Fridays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm:

1. October 30, 2026
2. February 19, 2027
3. June 4, 2027

NCCAT Literacy Conversations

Dear Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Professors, and School Leaders:

We know how packed your days are and how exhausting "one more initiative" can sound. That is precisely why we created NCCAT Literacy Conversations: a series designed not to take your time, but to give you immediate, high-yield solutions to your biggest classroom challenges.

Whether you are a teacher looking for fresh strategies, a coach seeking expert-backed resources, or an administrator building a culture of strong literacy instruction, these 45-minute virtual sessions are built to give you a maximum return on your time.

US Senate Youth Program Applications

The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has begun its statewide application process in North Carolina. Information and applications may be found at 2026 United States Senate Youth Program. The United States Senate Youth Program is a civic engagement and education program that provides an educational opportunity for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing college coursework in history, political science, or public service.

Two students will be selected as delegates and will win a $12,500 scholarship. The delegates will also attend a mandatory week-long education program in Washington, D.C. in March.

• North Carolina applications opened August 1 and will be accessible until October 4, 2026.
• The deadline for submission is 11:59 pm Sunday, October 4, 2026.

2026–27 Multilingual Learner Teacher Network (MLTN)

Applications due October 15

Great co-teaching brings together the expertise of ML and content teachers to create stronger learning opportunities for multilingual learners, including students in dual language/immersion and heritage language programs. The NCDPI ML/Title III Team invites current ML–content co-teaching pairs to apply together for this statewide community of practice.

Approximately 10 selected pairs will study evidence-based guidance, strengthen their collaborative teaching practices, and develop classroom-ready resources to share with educators across North Carolina. Individual applicants are also welcome and may be matched with compatible participants.

From November 2026 through June 2027, members will attend three MLTN meetings and the Summer Conference and devote approximately one hour per week to required readings, partner collaboration, and resource development. Selected participants will receive sponsorship for approved costs associated with the required in-person convenings.

Why Apply?

• Collaborate with educators from across North Carolina.
• Strengthen your co-teaching practices using evidence-based strategies.
• Develop classroom-ready resources to share statewide.
• Grow as a teacher leader while making a lasting impact on multilingual learner instruction.
• Receive sponsorship for approved costs related to required in-person meetings.
• Join a statewide community dedicated to improving outcomes for multilingual learners.

First meeting: One day during the week of November 16–20, 2026.

Apply by Thursday, October 15, 2026.