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Updates from the Oregon Department of Education
2. 2025–30 AI/AN Student Success Plan Overview
3. Invitation to Join: Oregon Literacy Leaders’ Network
4. Seal of Biliteracy September Scheduled Release
5. English Language Outcomes & Title III Activities 2025-26
News and Resources for Multilingual and Migrant Education
2. Public Comment Period: MSIX Minimum Data Elements
3.Explore Global Exchange with the German American Partnership Program
Upcoming Events, Training & Conference Opportunities
1. Free Online Training Series for Bilingual Facilitators – Offered by Clackamas ESD, September-October 2025
1. 2025–26 ELPA21 Professional Development Workshops
Registration is now open for ELPA21’s 2025–26 professional development series, offering dynamic, hands-on workshops designed to support educators working with English learners. Topics include understanding standards and assessments, differentiating instruction, and using formative assessment strategies effectively. Oregon educators can claim one of ten free seats per workshop, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your practice and connect with peers. Click here to explore sessions and register.
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2. 2025–2030 AI/AN Student Success Plan Overview
The Oregon Department of Education’s Office of Indian Education has released the revised 2025–2030 AI/AN Student Success Plan. This plan aligns with ODE’s strategic goals and focuses on five priorities:
- Champion Tribal Languages
- Address Inequity in Native Student Data
- Pursue Native Excellence
- Cultivate Holistic Systems of Support
- Center Culturally Responsive Approaches
The Office’s mission is to support the academic success and well-being of all American Indian/Alaska Native students by centering culture, language, identity, and sovereignty. Working with Oregon’s nine federally recognized tribes, partners, and communities, the Office advances culturally responsive education and equitable opportunities.
The vision is a future where every AI/AN student graduates with purpose, grounded in culture, and prepared to steward sovereignty and community. The plan reflects collaboration with Tribal partners and acknowledges both historical and present challenges. It affirms the shared responsibility to elevate Native student success and ensure strong systems of support for future generations
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3. Invitation to Join: Oregon Literacy Leaders’ Network
The goal of the Oregon Literacy Leaders’ Network is to build a diverse community of language arts and literacy practitioners working together to share inclusive literacy practices–reading, writing, speaking, listening, and information literacy–that align to the needs of all students (i.e. multilingual learners, students experiencing disabilities, etc.). Meetings take place virtually on the first Thursday of each month from 4:00-5:00 PM. Click here to register.
Contact Tina Roberts with questions.
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Seal of Biliteracy September Scheduled Release
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) has begun processing pending Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy/Multiliteracy (OSSB/M) awards submitted on or before September 15. Any OSSB/M requests submitted after September 15 will be processed during the November scheduled release.
ODE will notify submitters of any errors that prevent processing. Submitters will have the opportunity to correct their submission.
For more information, consult the OSSB_M Manual or contact Ben Wolcott, ELPA Specialist, with questions regarding ELPA testing.
A new tribal languages program at Chiloquin Elementary is opening doors for students to learn Klamath, Modoc, and Paiute through a partnership with the Klamath Tribes. This milestone not only strengthens cultural identity but also connects students more deeply to language, history, and community. Click here to read the full article about this inspiring step forward.
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The Office of Migrant Education is seeking public comment on the MSIX Minimum Data Elements (MDEs) as part of the required renewal process under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The comment period, published in the Federal Register on September 9, 2025, is open until November 10, 2025. Comments and related documentation can be submitted and reviewed at regulations.gov.
3. Explore Global Exchange with the German American Partnership Program
Looking to expand global learning opportunities in your school? The German American Partnership Program (GAPP) offers transformative student exchanges between U.S. and German schools ranging from short-term group trips to long-term individual stays and virtual exchanges through the German American Virtual Exchange (GAVE) program. Click here to learn more and explore current opportunities.
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1. Free Online Training Series for Bilingual Facilitators – Offered by Clackamas ESD, September-October 2025
Clackamas ESD is offering a free online training series for bilingual facilitators working in schools throughout September and October. These workshops are designed to support educators and staff in enhancing their facilitation skills in multilingual environments.Click here to view upcoming opportunities, dates and to register.
Training Details
- Four workshops available (all in English; two offered in Spanish)
- Flexible participation – attend one or all sessions
- Each session is 1.5 hours online, followed by a refresher session about three weeks later
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2. Educational Interpreters and Translators of Oregon (EITO) Conference, October 10, 2025
There is still time to register for the third in-person EITO Conference which will be held on October 10, 2025, in Happy Valley, Oregon at Abundant Life Church. This event is designed for interpreters, translators, and school district staff who support language access for multilingual families. Click here for more information on keynote presenters, sessions and to register.
3. ID&R Regional Plan Workshop 2025-26, Part 1, October 23
The ID&R Regional Plan is a cornerstone of all MEPs. This workshop will focus on revising last year's plan and setting up a system of continuous improvement. There will be two more workshops this year to strengthen ID & R plans utilizing continuous improvement processes. All MEP Coordinators and Recruiters are strongly encourage to participate. Cilck here to register for this workshop.
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4. 2026 National ESEA Conference
Registration is now open for the 2026 National ESEA Conference, taking place February 10–12 in the vibrant Mile High City, Denver, Colorado. This annual event offers attendees a wealth of benefits, from professional development to networking opportunities and insights into federal education programs. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this impactful gathering! Click here to register for this event.
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.
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Hector Aguirre, Migrant Education Title IC Specialist
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Diego Contreras-Medrano, Research Analyst
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Jennifer Fontana, Multilingual Education Specialist
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Kelly Kalkofen, English Learner Outcomes Program Education Specialist
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Yuliana Kenfield, Migrant Education Title IC Specialist
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Mary Martinez-Wenzl, Director of Multilingual & Migrant Education Team
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Estephany Membreño, Administrative Specialist II
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Kim Miller, Title III Education Specialist
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Reza Norouzian, Multilingual Education Research Analyst
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Natalia Piar, Multilingual & Migrant Education Team Coordinator
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Baeli Smith, English Learner Outcomes Program Education Specialist
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You were added to this newsletter if you are part of the Migrant Education Program and/or the Title III English Learner listserv. Migrant Ed and Title III leaders, staff, and interested members of the public may subscribe to this newsletter through ODE's QuickSubscribe portal at any time. We thank you for serving Oregon's multilingual and migrant students.
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