1. The DE EL website
has some updated resources. You might want to take some time to review
what they've changes/updated! One thing in particular is a revised
document entitled:
2.
Application for Mini-Grants. As soon as I can get it ready, you all
will be getting an application for a mini grant. The mini grant will
allow some extra funds for you/your school to support the needs of your
ELs.
3. Don't forget the Iowa Culture
and Language Conference registration in November. We will pay for your
registration, hotel, sub and you will get some additional books when you
register. Click here to register
4. Virtual SIOP. Don't forget this learning opportunity either! Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol provides:
- Evidence-based Teaching Strategies developed with original Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP®) Model authors.
- Access to Experts and Authors through live expert-led sessions, author discussions on video, and a live author Q&A.
- Built-in Accountability through live sessions, lesson plan assignment, and online discussions.
- Learn, Apply, and Reflect instruction model promotes classroom practice with live sessions for questions and feedback.
5.
I would like to put together an advisory group of 4-5 people that can
help me think about ways to support ESL staff/programs this year and
beyond. If you would be interested in serving on an advisory committee,
please let me know!
6.
Rosetta Stone - The AEA pays an annual membership for Rosetta Stone so
students and parents can learn English through logging in at either
school or home. If you have an interest in learning more about this,
please let me know. We have 40 licenses but would add more if there
were enough interest.
7.
Imagine Learning - The AEA also pays for an annual membership for
Imagine Learning - Reading only for EL students. If you have an
interest, please let me know!
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