1. The Oregon Multilingual Learner Collaborative Launches Next Week on November 5th!

The Oregon Multilingual Collaborative is a collaborative of professional educators, administrators, higher education and education partners who have a vested interest in elevating outcomes for multilingual learners through high-quality instructional programs and practices. Participants will learn from one another, with one another and share resources that advance the success of multilingual learners.

On the first Tuesday of each month, from 2:30-4:00 PM (PDT), the ML Collaborative will meet and address a problem of practice identified from feedback from the field related to issues faced in the world of education for multilingual learners.

Please use the Oregon Multilingual Learner Collaborative Form to share ideas on problems of practice you’d like to see addressed by the ML Collaborative. The top three topics for problems of practice so far are:

1. Programming for Multilingual Learners: develop and share resources for instructional models such as integrated ELD, dual language, (bi)literacy
2. Newcomer Multilingual Learners: Access to CORE, honoring previous coursework from outside the U.S, effective instructional strategies for newcomer MLs
3. Multilingual Teacher Preparation and GYO Programs: Strengthen pipeline for bilingual educators, multilingual educator development & retention

Click here to register for the 2024-25 meeting dates. Register once and add all monthly meetings to your calendar.

For questions, contact Jennifer Fontana, Multilingual Education Specialist.

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2. Updates to the Early Literacy Success Community Grants 2024-2027 RFA

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE) Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI)’s Request for Application (RFA) for the 2024-2027 Early Literacy Success Community Grants has been amended to include some changes to eligibility requirements and extending of the due date.  

Previously, Section 1.3 of the RFA stated that to be eligible for this grant, applicants must be a(n): 

AND must have all the following:

1. An in-house accounting and human resources department. 
2. An implemented continuous improvement process that employs participant feedback.
3. A web presence and marketing tools.
4. An existing tutoring program and ability to provide early literacy high dosage tutoring as defined in OAR 581-017-0801 (21).
5. A data management system to monitor project activities.
6. Accessible physical spaces for tutoring.

We no longer require an applicant to have requirements: (1) an in-house accounting and human resources department and (4) an existing tutoring program and ability to provide early literacy high dosage tutoring as defined in OAR 581-017-0801 (21).

In addition, the application due date has been extended from October 31, 2024, to November 21, 2024. All information for this RFA can be found onOregonBuys.

For questions please contact, Sarah Ortiz.

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1. Native and Indigenous Heritage Month

In honor of Native and Indigenous Heritage Month we invite you to explore the Senate Bill 13 Tribal History/Shared History page on the ODE website. This resource reflects years of collaboration with Oregon’s tribal governments to share a comprehensive narrative of Oregon’s history and vibrant cultures that enrich our communities today. This page is filled with valuable resources, including lesson plans and professional development, so make sure to bookmark it, as new information is added regularly.

Additionally, the Oregon Historical Society has a resource on their website called Experience Oregon, which serves as the cornerstone of their museum experience. Best of all, is that this wealth of information is available year-round. Let Native and Indigenous Heritage Month inspire you to integrate these important perspectives in classrooms throughout the school year.

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3. Article: Hope Chinese Charter School’s Remarkable Achievements!

Hope Chinese Charter School (HCCS) is thrilled to celebrate its outstanding achievements in the Oregon Department of Education’s standardized assessment results. HCCS has been recognized as the #1 school in Oregon for schoolwide math proficiency or above. Additionally, the school ranks fourth in the state for school-wide English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency, showcasing its effectiveness as a Chinese immersion program with limited English instruction. Discover how HCCS is celebrating these successes and demonstrating the benefits of its unique immersion approach! Read the article, “Chinese Immersion School Celebrates Top Rankings in Oregon Standardized Assessments for Math and ELA” to learn more.

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1. Webinar: Join AAAL/TESOL - Intentionally Supporting Multilingual PreK-12 Learners: Connecting Research to Practice, November 9, 2024

Join the American Association for Applied Linguistics (AAAL) for an engaging webinar in collaboration with TESOL, focusing on effective teaching strategies for multilingual learners in PreK-12 settings. This 90-minute session will feature insightful presentations from esteemed scholars Dr. Shakina Rajendram and Dr. Ruslana Westerlund. They will share their unique methodologies for supporting multilingual students, offering practical examples from their recent projects, followed by an interactive Q&A segment. Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your understanding of best practices in multilingual education! Click here to register for this webinar.

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5. Webinar: IDRC Monthly Effective Strategic Planning, November 19, 2024

Now is the time to plan effectively! Join IDRC for the November Monthly Webinar. IDRC will be holding a training on effective Strategic Planning. This will include resources and information relevant for individual resources for recruiters, coordinators, regions, and state personnel. This information will be helpful in creating recruiter action plans, local, regional and state IDR plans. Registration is required; click here to register for this webinar.

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6. OABE 2025 Winter Conference, Proposals Due November 29, 2024 

The Oregon Association for Bilingual Education (OABE) is excited to invite educators to submit presentation proposals for the upcoming 2025 Winter Institute!

Event Details

• Theme: “Somos el cambio: Leveraging Multilingualism and Multiliteracy for Equity”
• Saturday, February 22, 2025: Main Institute (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Saturday, February 22, 2025: Parent Strand (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
• Location: School visits and Canby School

Proposal Details
OABE is seeking interactive, 75-minute sessions focused on promoting multiculturalism and equity for emerging bilingual students. If you’re ready to share your insights and ideas, please submit the OABE 2025 Call for Presenters Form.

• Proposal Deadline: Nov 29, 2024
• Acceptance Notification: Dec 20, 2024
• Full Presentation Due: Feb 7, 2025

For questions and submissions, please contact Elisa Lee.

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7. OACE 2025 Winter Conference, Proposals Due December 27,2024 (Repost)

OACE invites you to submit your proposals for the Oregon Association for Comprehensive Education's Winter Conference, taking place on January 17-18, 2025. This year’s theme is “Windows and Mirrors: Looking Beyond and Within to Motivate and Empower Parents, Students, and Community Leaders.”

OACE is seeking proposals for 90-minute presentations that will be delivered in Spanish, focusing on topics such as migrant education, parent partnerships, school safety, mental health, and more.

Proposal Details

• Submission Deadline: Friday, December 27, 2024
• Use the OACE Workshop Proposal Form to submit your proposal
• Registration fees are waived for presenters

This event is open to everyone but is especially geared toward parents and family members. For more information, visit OACE’s Conference page and click here to register as an attendee for this event. To view event information in Spanish, click here.

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If you have content or stories you’d like featured in our newsletter, we want to hear from you! Whether it’s an article, event, or an inspiring story, your contributions add depth to our discussions.Please send your submissions and ideas to Estephany Membreno, Administrative Specialist, and you may see your content in an upcoming publication.

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For questions or assistance, the Multilingual and Migrant (MME) team is available to support you. Please contact us via email for further information.

Explore the Multilingual and Migrant team webpage to discover more about our initiatives, impact and resources.