In this session, participants will explore the first half of their selected book to examine how language development must be intentionally designed across contexts. Through same-book and cross-book conversations, educators will surface key assumptions, identify tensions, and create a concise artifact that captures their text’s core message. The book study will be held from 9am-12pm with optional work time in the afternoon until 3. No lunch will be provided. A copy of one of the following books that will be provided by the ESU 10 Title III consortium for members: Growing Language and Literacy for K–8 English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld Growing Language and Literacy for Secondary English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld The SWIRL Method: Supporting Multilingual Learners as They Speak, Write, Interact, Read, and Listen by Susan B. Katz If participants are not a member they will need to purchase their own copy and notify the primary contact about the book they selected.
The book study will be held from 9am-12pm with optional work time in the afternoon until 3. No lunch will be provided.
A copy of one of the following books that will be provided by the ESU 10 Title III consortium for members:
Growing Language and Literacy for K–8 English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld
Growing Language and Literacy for Secondary English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld
The SWIRL Method: Supporting Multilingual Learners as They Speak, Write, Interact, Read, and Listen by Susan B. Katz
If participants are not a member they will need to purchase their own copy and notify the primary contact about the book they selected.
This workshop, based on Nancy Motley's Small Moves, Big Gains, focuses on practical teacher habits that promote multilingual learning by encouraging student talk, deeper thinking, and higher achievement. Designed to support English learners in mainstream classrooms, this workshop provides language-focused strategies that benefit all students, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
In this session, participants will complete their selected book and focus on translating a key instructional idea into a practical one-page resource for teachers. Through structured cross-book dialogue, educators will clarify their takeaway stance and consider how intentional language support can shape classroom practice and collaboration. The book study will be held from 9am-12pm with optional work time in the afternoon until 3. No lunch will be provided. A copy of one of the following books that will be provided by the ESU 10 Title III consortium for members: Growing Language and Literacy for K–8 English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld Growing Language and Literacy for Secondary English Learners by Andrea Honigsfeld The SWIRL Method: Supporting Multilingual Learners as They Speak, Write, Interact, Read, and Listen by Susan B. Katz If participants are not a member they will need to purchase their own copy and notify the primary contact about the book they selected.
In this session, participants will complete their selected book and focus on translating a key instructional idea into a practical one-page resource for teachers. Through structured cross-book dialogue, educators will clarify their takeaway stance and consider how intentional language support can shape classroom practice and collaboration.
This work day is for teachers of English learners that would like time to work on creating and organizing their EL curriculum. There will be a check-in each morning and teachers will have time to work with their instructional materials and planning for the upcoming year. *EL (English Learner) educators that stay for at least 5 hours a day will be paid $200in contracted services pay **Other educators may attend but will not receive contracted services for their time.
This work day is for teachers of English learners that would like time to work on creating and organizing their EL curriculum. There will be a check-in each morning and teachers will have time to work with their instructional materials and planning for the upcoming year.
*EL (English Learner) educators that stay for at least 5 hours a day will be paid $200in contracted services pay
**Other educators may attend but will not receive contracted services for their time.
