Podcasts about biliteracy

In this episode, Dr. Seipp is joined by a cadre of students who have passed two Seal of Biliteracy assesments...an amazing accomplishment! He is also joined by Roxbury SS and WL supervisor, Matt Trokan who oversees the Seal of Biliteracy assessment program and has also passed two Seal of Billiteracy assessments. Being multi lingual is truly a superpower!

GDP Script/ Top Stories for February 15th Publish Date: February 15th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, February 15th and Happy Birthday to Matt Groening ***02.15.24 - BIRTHDAY - MATT GROENING*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Snellville man accused of murdering pregnant teen now faces sexual abuse charges Gwinnett expanding Dacula Park Activity Building Duluth Police mourning unexpected death of one of their officers All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Snellville man accused of murdering pregnant teen now faces sexual abuse charges as well Jesus Monroy, 20, of Snellville, faces new charges for allegedly sexually abusing his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Mia Campos, months before her murder in July 2024. Monroy, already charged with malice and felony murder, feticide, and aggravated assault, is now also accused of statutory rape and child molestation. Campos, 16 and seven months pregnant, was allegedly strangled by Monroy, resulting in her and her unborn child's deaths. The Gwinnett County DA's Office uncovered new evidence leading to these additional charges. Monroy, initially released on bond, was re-arrested following a grand jury indictment. STORY 2: Gwinnett expanding Dacula Park Activity Building Gwinnett County has begun a $12.8 million expansion of the Dacula Park Activity Building, transforming it into a 34,000-square-foot community recreation center. The project, funded by local sales tax and a community development grant, will add a gym with a walking track, art and dance studios, a senior wing, classrooms, and more. The facility will also feature outdoor amenities, expanded parking, and spaces for various sports. Officials highlight the center's role in fostering community connection, offering recreation, education, and socialization for all ages. Completion will create a vibrant hub for the Dacula community. STORY 3: Duluth Police mourning unexpected death of one of their officers The Duluth Police Department is mourning the unexpected death of Master Patrol Officer Javier Bahamundi, who served the community for nearly 18 years. Known for his dedication and outreach, Bahamundi helped create a Spanish-speaking Citizens Police Academy to strengthen ties with the Hispanic community and worked as a detective to bring justice to crime victims. Recently back on patrol, he continued building connections with residents. The department praised his selfless service, mentorship, and kindness, calling his loss a void that cannot be filled. Residents are asked to keep his family and colleagues in their prayers. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: RINGLING BROS_FINAL STORY 4: GCPS students recognized for world language proficiency Gwinnett County Public Schools celebrated a record 377 high school students earning the Georgia Seal of Biliteracy, the highest number in the state. To achieve this recognition, students demonstrated high proficiency in a world language, such as Chinese, Spanish, or French, alongside strong performance in English Language Arts. Students from 22 Gwinnett high schools received the seal, showcasing their multilingual skills and opening doors to global opportunities. District officials praised the achievement, highlighting the growing emphasis on language mastery and its benefits for students' futures. STORY 5: Duluth police talk to CreekStone Academy students about public safety During CreekStone Academy's Community Helpers event, Duluth police officers, along with their K-9 Maverick, taught students about law enforcement and safety. While the officers shared valuable safety tips, the star of the event was undoubtedly Maverick, the department's four-legged public safety ambassador. Photos from the event showed students eagerly lining up to pet Maverick, making him the clear favorite among the kids. Break 3: STORY 6: Georgia Senate targets local governments over immigration enforcement The Georgia Senate passed Senate Bill 21, which removes legal immunity for local governments, officials, and employees who violate state laws requiring cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The bill, aimed at countering "sanctuary city" policies, allows lawsuits against those refusing to comply with federal immigration requests. While Republicans argue it strengthens existing laws, Democrats criticized it as unnecessary, noting no local government has violated the law. Concerns were raised about potential lawsuits against teachers and increased costs for local law enforcement. The bill now heads to the Georgia House of Representatives for consideration. STORY 7: Caleb Holt Dominates in Grayson's Semifinal Win over Host Archer Grayson’s Caleb Holt delivered a dominant performance with 33 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists, leading the Rams to an 83-75 win over Archer in the Region 4-AAAAAA Tournament semifinals. Holt set the tone early, scoring 15 of his first-half points at the free throw line. The Rams built a commanding lead by the third quarter, with Holt adding 14 points on perfect shooting. Despite a late surge of 3-pointers from Archer, Grayson held on to secure a spot in Saturday’s region championship against Newton. Jacob Wilkins added 17 points and 9 rebounds for the Rams. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Ingles Markets 9 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Karyn Koven discuss:Importance of language study in education and future opportunitiesFlexible and innovative alternatives for world language learningCollege admissions considerations for world language persistenceEmerging credentials like the Global Seal of BiliteracyKey Takeaways: Persisting in language studies through high school and beyond can differentiate students in college admissions, especially since many students drop language studies early.Innovative platforms like Language Bird offer flexible, personalized, and accredited language learning options, accommodating students with busy schedules or unique interests.The Global Seal of Biliteracy certifies proficiency in languages and can be used on college applications, resumes, and LinkedIn profiles, validating skills for both academic and professional purposes.American Sign Language (ASL) is the second most popular language at Language Bird and is widely accepted as a world language for college admissions. “Persisting in the language that you choose in high school...can differentiate you from a lot of students.” – Dr. Karyn KovenAbout Dr. Karyn Koven: Dr. Karyn A. Koven, Founder and CEO of LanguageBird®, has over 20 years of experience in curriculum development, college counseling, teaching, and building global university partnerships. A former high school administrator, counselor, and teacher, she has helped thousands of students gain top university admissions and visited over 100 colleges worldwide.Seeing a gap in online world language education, Dr. Koven founded LanguageBird to provide live, one-on-one instruction, emphasizing real-time interaction for language mastery. LanguageBird offers high-quality, college-preparatory courses accessible anywhere. Dr. Koven earned her undergraduate degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from UCLA.Episode References:Global Seal of Biliteracy: https://theglobalseal.com/Common Data Set Initiative: https://commondataset.org/Get Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret). flourishcoachingco.com/video Connect with Dr. Karyn Koven:Website: https://www.languagebird.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/languagebird/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@languagebirdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/languagebirdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LanguageBird/Twitter: https://x.com/Language_BirdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karynkoven/Email: kkoven@languagebird.comConnect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

This special episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast explores the latest initiatives supporting world language education in Nebraska! Dr. Chrystal Liu, a World Language Specialist at NDE, and Dr. Nick Ziegler, a World Language Coordinator at ESU 5, join the pod to share some exciting updates, including competency-based crediting, the Seal of Biliteracy, and the new high-ability learner identification for world languages. The episode also highlights Nebraska World Language Week 2024, an exciting statewide celebration happening February 17–23. Chrystal and Nick discuss the daily language themes, live student engagement activities, educator webinars, and the special collaboration with the Embassy of Spain, connecting Nebraska students with the global language community. Listen to learn how students, educators, and families can participate, celebrate, and advocate for world language learning in Nebraska! To learn more, visit NDE's World Language page https://www.education.ne.gov/worldlanguage/ or check out details about NE World Language Week at https://www.education.ne.gov/worldlanguage/world-language-week/

In this episode of the World Languages Collaborative Podcast with Dr. Mark Linsky, Grant and Mark discuss how teachers can transition from a grammar-driven, knowledge-based classroom to a more acquisition-driven environment while keeping stakeholders apprised of progress. Also, they discuss how student and teacher recognition can motivate learners to improve and stay with language learning and teachers to continue in the profession. One of these strategies is awarding credentials such as the Seal of Biliteracy. For more information and for Mark's contact information, check out the links below! Dr. Mark LinskyProgram Specialist for World Languages & Global Work Initiatives - Georgia Department of EducationMark.Linsky@doe.k12.ga.ushttps://gadoe.org/https://gadoe.org/learning/world-languages-global-initiatives/https://gadoe.org/grants-awards-diploma-seals/seal-of-biliteracy/https://gadoe.org/grants-awards-diploma-seals/international-skills-diploma-seal/For information about the World Languages Collaborative, contact the host Dr. Grant Gearhartggearhart@georgiasouthern.edu

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Age of Learning.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Join us for a dynamic and insightful edWeb podcast as we dive into the future of multilingual education with a focus on translanguaging and biliteracy. This session brings together leading experts to explore innovative, real-world approaches that are transforming classrooms around the country.What you learn:Innovative Approaches and Technologies: Discover cutting-edge methodologies and AI-driven tools that are reshaping how we teach multilingual learners.Cultural and Cognitive Benefits: Explore how translanguaging and biliteracy not only foster cross-cultural understanding but also enhance cognitive development and prepare students for a global workforce.Policy and Implementation Insights: Learn about integrating these practices into educational policies and classrooms and hear real-world challenges and successes.This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-5 teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.Age of LearningHelping children build a strong foundation for academic success and a lifelong love of learningDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Title: Languaging in Hampton Roads Episode 9 : What It Takes to Raise Bilingual Children Hosts: Jill Winkowski and Prue Salasky Date: Oct. 2, 2024 Length: 38.08 min Publication Frequency: Fourth Friday (approx)  of each month   Co-hosts Jill Winkowski and Prue Salasky explore the topic of how best to raise bilingual children. It's an endlessly complex topic with multiple angles. First, they share some of the changes in research that show the benefits of bilingualism and the study of languages on the physical structure of the brain. They also touch on the changes in attitude toward English variations fueled by demographics and a global economy and the subsequent status accorded to those proficient in more than one language.   To determine what it takes to raise children bilingual – and what fuels the drive on the part of parents – they talk to several foreign-born residents of Hampton Roads. These include university professor of language and art history, Rosa Motta, a native bilingual speaker of Italian and Sicilian; Silvina Bocca, a Spanish speaker from Argentina, an MD/PhD, an expert in infertility and in-vitro fertilization; Brenda Musto, a Spanish speaker from Argentina whose parents were native Italian speakers. She now runs a medical residency program at Eastern Virginia Medical School. They also talk to her daughter Bernie, a high school senior and dual bilingual in Spanish and English; to Yuliya Dobrednova and her husband Boris Dobrednov from Moscow, a microbiologist/biotechnologist and physicist respectively; and to Russian speakers Elena Chambers from Belarus and Natalya Peretyatko of Kazakhstan, founders of the Russian school in Newport News.   We learned how years of English study in their home countries prepared these parents to become bilingual but it wasn't until they came to the U.S. and were immersed in an English-speaking environment that they reached fluency. They talk about their backgrounds and the intense efforts they put into raising their children as heritage speakers – and how success isn't guaranteed. There's ‘no recipe' for success. The parents talk about the challenges and rewards of passing on their culture through language.   We end the show with reference to the huge growth of formal bilingual/foreign language education in Hampton Roads in the past decade: These include a Russian daycare in Virginia Beach; multiple preschools with  Spanish language options; dual immersion Spanish/English programs in the public schools in Virginia Beach and Newport News (the latter serves 600 students and has a waiting list);  weekend language enrichment programs in multiple languages; and the featured Russian school in Newport News. We also learned about the Seal of Biliteracy that high school students in Virginia can now earn as part of their high school diplomas for proficiency in a foreign language.   Send your questions and feedback to languaginghr@gmail com.

New York pushing more students to earn Seal of Biliteracy by WSKG News

SummaryRyan Smith, a principal at Glenn Duncan Elementary School with 26 years of experience in education, discusses the importance of language development for elementary school students. He highlights the benefits of dual immersion programs and the rapid language acquisition he has witnessed in his own school with young students. Smith emphasizes the need for language education to be inclusive and accessible to all students, regardless of their background or abilities. He also discusses the significance of the Seal of Biliteracy in recognizing and celebrating students' language proficiency, and encourages the language community to continue advocating for language education and to prioritize student engagement and relationships in the classroom.Chapters00:00 Introductions03:11 Language Development in Elementary School05:11 Dual Immersion Programs07:54 Inclusivity and Accessibility in Language Education13:09 Recognizing Language Proficiency with the Seal of Biliteracy23:36 Language Education in Underserved Communities28:44 Reimagining Electives in Education37:39 The Impact of the Seal of Biliteracy43:45Final Thoughts and AppreciationEpisode ResourcesVista's The Language Imperative Podcasthttps://go.vistahigherlearning.com/The-Language-Imperative-Podcast.html Vista's Language and Literacy Solutionshttps://vistahigherlearning.com/programs/k-12

What is the Utah Seal of Biliteracy? Let us know your thought? Contact@theculturalhall.com Matt Harris Ep. 817 Tabernacle Choir introduces new presenter of Music and the Spoken Word Let us know your random suggestions for Music and the Spoken Word... The post 820 AoN Wilkommen to the News appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. All seven members of the Committee were present in the Council Chambers. Quick recap:Multiple Parmenter students led the pledge of allegianceFHS "Seal of Biliteracy" students were recognizedSchool retirees were recognized for their years of serviceThe Franklin Education Foundation is going to close out as an organization and turn over their remaining funds to a new "revolving account" for the School District to continue the grant program. Details remain to be worked out on the final amount of the contribution and within the District on how the grant process will workDistrict Improvement Plan updated Superintendent evaluation data provided to the Committee in preparation for their formal review scheduled for June 18Discussion and vote on the override pledge document. Questions remain on exactly how much the schools will get in years 2 and beyond as the pledge doc is inconsistent in providing the info. As the successful override is the primary matter of focus, the Committee did vote to approve the pledge (5 for, 1 no, 1 abstain). The funding for FY 2026 and future can be addressed after the override is determinedPreview of the proposed fee schedule to be implemented if the override fails. Staffing cuts were also provided in a summary format, as there are multiple scenarios where a position cut could trigger a chain reaction where the person fulfilling that position ends up bumping someone else to remain employed per seniority and certification as set within the contractsCommittee entered executive session not to return to open meeting just before 11 PMThe recording runs about 3 hours & 46 minutes, so let's listen in.--------------The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/eDKY6IjM1GU?si=j7JVUIWwZf1f6sXn&t=218 Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_5-28-24.pdf Meeting packet folder -> (other docs released for this meeting, some of them available after the meeting) https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/may-28-2024-school-committee-meeting-packet My notes in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cLsuju5KNR_O8vnKbIvZ_Sbm-l9gAbZ3/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit

HIDALGO, Texas - The first cohort of students have graduated from Valley View High School with a high school diploma and a minor in Spanish from UT-San Antonio. Valley View, one of the smallest school districts in Hidalgo County, used to have a similar tie-up with UT-Pan American and then UT-Rio Grande Valley. But these days, the emphasis on helping students that excel in Spanish is being championed by UTSA. “We're so very happy to receive and celebrate this first group of eight students who are graduating with a Minor in Spanish,” said Glenn Martinez, dean of the College of Liberal and Fine Arts at UTSA. “Our director of dual credit always says that dual credits are about more than credit. Dual credit is about creating a relationship, creating a sense of identity with the university. We want these students to feel that they're Road Runners from 10th grade all the way through graduate school. So, we look forward to receiving them on our campus and living in our dorms, eating in our cafeteria, enjoying our sports and our student life that we have prepared for them.” Asked how the connection between Valley View and UTSA came about, Martinez said: “It came about from a personal relationship. I was employed at UTPA for nine years and began this program with Mr. David de Leon. I was recruited away from UTPA to the Ohio State University. I was there for eight years and then was recruited back to UTSA. And when I came back the first person that I looked up was David de Leon.” David de Leon is a Spanish language teacher at Valley View. At a school awards ceremony, de Leon awarded Seal of Biliteracy certificates to the eight students. They are Mia N. Cruz, Learsey A. Escamilla, Pedro Espinoza, Sugey N. Gonzalez De La Llave, Sadrach Mancha, Orlando Martinez Cabriales, Nicole Montoya, and Jesus A. Treviño.Luisa Saenz has been an advisor to Valley View on the Spanish Minor program from the beginning, back when the high school worked with UTPA. In an audio interview with the Rio Grande Guardian, Saenz explained how the program about, giving a lot of credit to Valley's View's De Leon. Here is the interview.Editor's Note: Go to the Rio Grande Guardian news website to read the full story.To read the new stories and watch the news videos of the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service go to www.riograndeguardian.com.

Main Street Morrilton's Third Thursday Farmer's Market to open for the season today; Rialto opens new Art Exhibit; South Conway County School District recognizes students for earning Biliteracy; Conway County, Perry County set dates for county fairs; SCCSD looking for new coaches; we visit with Jerry Smith and Stan Willis about the Morrilton High School Golden Reunion.

The ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines have been revised. How are they same? How are they different? Language Lounge host, Michelle Olah and Dr. Meg Malone, Director of Assessment and Research at ACTFL discuss the changes. Bio Margaret E. (Meg) Malone (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is Director of Assessment and Research at ACTFL. She has published extensively on language assessment, standards and language assessment literacy. Her current research focuses on language assessment literacy, language program evaluation, oral proficiency assessment, the influences of the Seal of Biliteracy on language teaching and learning, and the development of short-cut measures of proficiency. Producer's Notes Visit the Language Lounge on Twitter - https://twitter.com/langloungepod Connect with Michelle - https://twitter.com/michelleolah Have a comment or question? Leave a voicemail at (207) 888-9819 or email podcast@waysidepublishing.com Produced by Wayside Publishing - https://waysidepublishing.com Watch this episode on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/wayside Social Media https://twitter.com/mmaloactfl Mentions Timothy Boals https://wida.wisc.edu/about/teams/staff/timothy-boals ACTFL OPI https://www.actfl.org/assessments/postsecondary-assessments/opi Interagency Language Roundtable https://www.govtilr.org/ APPLE https://www.actfl.org/assessments/k-12-assessments/aappl NCSSFL https://ncssfl.org/ ACTFL https://www.actfl.org/

Join Ricky Adamson in a dynamic conversation with Linda Egnatz, Executive Director of the Global Seal of Biliteracy, as they explore the significance of language acquisition and the role of State Seals of Biliteracy in recognizing bilingual skills. Linda sheds light on the creation of the Global Seal, filling crucial gaps in documenting language proficiency. They discuss how State Seals and the Global Seal complement each other, emphasizing the celebration of diversity and identity. Discover how students and educators can leverage these seals to their fullest potential, while also exploring the impact of these programs on classroom dynamics and student motivation, alongside advocacy efforts and funding opportunities for language education. Tune in to unlock the transformative power of these seal programs in advancing language learning and proficiency.Episode ResourcesThe Global Seal of Biliteracy WebsiteThe Seal of BiliteracyVista's Language and Literacy SolutionsVista's Global Seal of Biliteracy Webinar with Linda EgnatzVista's The Language Imperative Podcast

Susan Lambert joins biliteracy expert and professor Lillian Durán, who holds a doctorate in educational psychology from the University of Minnesota and researches the improvement of instructional and assessment practices with preschool-aged multilingual/English learners.Durán begins by pointing out the difference between being bilingual and biliterate, then describes the key advantages of being bilingual and the unique skills students who speak multiple languages bring to school. She then discusses how the Simple View of Reading connects to Spanish, the double standard that often occurs when bilingual students are celebrated vs. when they are not, and the process of screening and assessment for multilingual/English learner students. Lastly, Durán compels educators to avoid viewing biliteracy and dual language support as a sub-population of their classroom and instead prioritize the development of students' home languages, whatever they may be, alongside English instruction.Show notes:Listen: Science of Reading: The Podcast biliteracy playlistQuotes:“Language is inextricably linked to culture. We want to make sure these families and children feel valued and honored within our schools.” —Lillian Durán, Ph.D.“No matter what language you start to learn some of those skills in, there's a transfer and understanding of how to listen to sounds and how to put sounds together.” —Lillian Durán, Ph.D.

In this episode, Dr. Seipp and Mr. Trokan talk about the "superpower" of being biliterate with three high school students who have earned the Seal of Biliteracy. Mr. Trokan and the students tell the story of their lived experience and how being multilingual has benefited them now and their plans for the future.

@MenendezAlestra & Anna Torres apply the SoR to cultivating biliterate students in this highly insightful podcast. 

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Jesus Cervantes is the National Director of Biliteracy and English Language Development (ELD) for Benchmark Education and a longtime advocate of bilingual education and Dual Language instruction. He has focused his career on providing English learners access to language and literacy. His areas of expertise are in literacy, biliteracy, and language development. He is a published author of children's books as part of Reading programs and the teaching of Foundational Skills. Today, he talks about his bilingual journey, flexibility, and creativity within a Dual Language structure. He shares his thoughts on the state of Bilingual Education on the 50th anniversary of the Bilingual Education Act.

Dr Xolisa Guzula, senior lecturer in Applied Language and Literacy Studies at the University of Cape Town, speaks to Pippa Hudson about the emergent biliteracy in children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's educators are teaching the most linguistically diverse student population in United States history. To ensure educational equity for English learners, teachers must be skillfully equipped with instructional practices rooted in the science of reading.The “science of reading” refers to a vast body of multi-disciplinary research that provides a rationale for what must be taught to ensure that almost all students can learn to read. However, do all reading science practices apply equally when teaching English learners?Our podcast guests have championed using the science of reading with the English learner as a top priority in everything they do.Drs. Cardenas-Hagan and Fierro will discuss the opportunities and the challenges educators encounter when teaching reading to English learners. They'll explore:The importance of structured language teaching, for all kids, but especially English learnersThe need for teachers of English to understand how language works, which allows instructors to better scaffold the instruction for English learnersThe specifics of that scaffolding of instruction, and tips on what educators can and should do to help English learners achieve reading successSpecifics of teaching reading, including assessment and MTSS, through the lens of the English learnerWhy it's critical that classroom instruction includes pedagogy and approaches that take into consideration the anthology of bilingualism—a pedagogy that reflects the understanding of how two languages interact.The need to preserve heritage languages and cultures, while providing encouraging biliteracy or multiliteracy skills for all studentsResources and guidance available from The U.S. Department of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA), which provides national leadership to help ensure that English Learners and immigrant students attain English proficiency and achieve academic success.

Graduates from Woodland High School earn Washington State Seal of Biliteracy, showcasing proficiency in English and one or more world languages through a rigorous assessment, opening doors to enhanced job opportunities and enriched personal relationships. https://tinyurl.com/2yf9svsc #WoodlandSchoolDistrict #WoodlandPublicSchools #WoodlandHighSchool #WashingtonStateSealofBiliteracy #Biliteracy #celebratinglinguisticachievement #CarlottaPropersi #Woodland #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

Local committee to work to develop better broadband coverage; Groundbreaking planned for recovery center for women with drug addictions; SCCSD recognizes Biliteracy students; former Secretary of State hired by TOLM Group; Bargains Galore to return in August; More local athletes recognized as All-State.

Susana Ibarra Johnson, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Bilingual Education and TESOL at New Mexico State University. Susana is a former bilingual education teacher. Her understanding and devotion go beyond her academic training to her own experience as a bilingual learner. As a former biliteracy researcher and senior consultant for the WIDA Consortium, she conducted research and facilitated professional learning in language development both in English and Spanish. Currently, as an assistant professor, she specializes in developing courses for bi/multilingual and biliteracy curriculum, instruction, and assessment with bilingual/TESOL educators. Her qualitative research focuses on translanguaging pedagogy in bilingual education and English language development contexts to promote quality and effective bilingual education instructional programs and materials for emergent bilingual student populations. García, O., Johnson, S. I., Seltzer, K., & Valdés, G. (2017). The translanguaging classroom: Leveraging student bilingualism for learning. Philadelphia, PA: Caslon.    Johnson, S.I. (2021). A Chicana borderlander maestra teaching without fronteras. Multilingual Educator. 69-72. https://www.gocabe.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/ME_2021-FINAL.pdf   Johnson, S.I. (2022). Leveraging translanguaging through biliteracy: A wide-angle view of literacy with linguistically diverse students. Multilingual Educator. 49-52. https://www.gocabe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ME-2022-Revised.pdf   Johnson, S.I., García, O., Seltzer, K. (2019). Biliteracy and Translanguaging in Dual-Language Bilingual Education. In: DeMatthews, D., Izquierdo, E. (eds) Dual Language Education: Teaching and Leading in Two Languages. Language Policy, vol 18. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-10831-1_8 NCEL (2022). Toward Comprehensive Effective Literacy Policy and Instruction for English Learner/Emergent Bilingual Students. https://bit.ly/3rH8gsR

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Amplify.The webinar recording can be accessed here.¡La ciencia de la lectura es para todos! The Science of Reading is for everyone, but how can we best support our emergent bilinguals? Listen to learn why celebrating bilingualism and biliteracy as assets and cognitive strengths in assessment and instruction can propel emergent bilinguals to reading success in English and Spanish. This edWeb podcast is of interest to teachers, librarians, and school and district leaders of the elementary school grades.Amplify Helping teachers celebrate and develop student thinking.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Aubrey Swisher and Caroline Schlegel are the epitome of collaboration. Join this dynamic duo and host, Michelle Olah, as they discuss how collaborating is different from sharing, how they see the learning cycle, (Spoiler alert: DUU) and what they and their students have gained from this relationship. Visit the Language Lounge on Twitter - https://twitter.com/langloungepod Connect with Michelle - https://twitter.com/michelleolah Have a comment or question? Leave a voicemail at (207) 888-9819 or email podcast@waysidepublishing.com Produced by Wayside Publishing - https://waysidepublishing.com Watch this episode on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/wayside Bios: Aubrey Swisher @swishaub Enthusiastic secondary-level Spanish teacher, world language department leader, and advisor of Spanish National Honor Society at Boonsboro High School in Maryland, Aubrey Swisher celebrates diversity as she equips her students with broadened perspectives, compassion, and global competence. She is a teacher-leader, collaborator, and curriculum writer who demonstrates her passion and admiration for the Spanish language and cultures by creating cultural contexts for every theme, making use of authentic realia to present vocabulary and grammar in context while introducing students to the products, practices, and perspectives of different countries. Aubrey was recently named the 2023 Maryland Foreign Language Association Teacher of the Year. Aubrey holds a Diploma of Advanced Hispanic Studies from Universidad de Salamanca and a Master of Arts in Instructional Design & Technology from West Virginia University. She also earned the Global Seal of Biliteracy. https://acquisitionfabcollab.square.site/meet-acquistion Caroline Schlegel Caroline is a master Spanish educator committed to students, professional development, and advocacy. She was recently named Washington County Public Schools 2021-2022 Teacher of the year and was also the 2019 Maryland World Language Teacher of the Year. Caroline understands that language and culture are the keys to making connections across complex ideas with cultural proficiency. She believes professional development is integral in sustaining quality programs and presents across the nation to build a community of practice to connect and lead teachers through collaboration. Caroline holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Salisbury University, an Advanced Hispanic Studies Certificate from La Universidad de Malaga, and is a recipient of the Global Seal of Biliteracy. https://acquisitionfabcollab.square.site/meet-acquistion Social Media: Twitter: A/Cquisition @cquisition Caroline @senoraschlegel Aubrey @swishaub #LangChat Email Aubrey and Caroline at acfabcollab@gamil.com Website: https://acquisitionfabcollab.square.site/

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Mango Languages. The webinar recording can be accessed here.Is your district struggling to expand its world language program despite significant teacher shortages? If so, this edWeb podcast is for you. Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) has a flourishing world language program in which 221 students earned the Seal of Biliteracy last school year. Prince George's County offers 11 languages, including five Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs). How has Prince George's County accomplished this success? Listen to this edWeb podcast as world language department chairs from a PGCPS high school and middle school share their secret sauce to building a top-notch world language program. This recorded edWeb podcast is of interest to world language directors, department heads, and teachers as well as school and district leaders of grades 3-12.Mango Languages Mango Languages offers an award-winning language learning solution, Mango Classroom.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Continue the conversation with Dr. Olsen, a researcher, writer, advocate, and leader of educational equity with an emphasis on immigrant and English learner education, language access, and rights.   Links: Seal of Biliteracy https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/er/sealofbiliteracy.asp EL Roadmap https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/rm/ ELA/ELD Framework https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/rl/cf/elaeldfrmwrksbeadopted.asp CA Library Card Policy https://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr21/yr21rel90.asp

What is the Seal of Biliteracy, and how can K-12 students get it? In this episode, your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) gets the answers to key questions about what World Language educators simply call ‘“the Seal.” Be a fly on the wall in this fun and informative conversation that features two very special guests: Arthur Chou (one of the Seal's founding fathers) and Nicole Rybak (a student who actually graduated with the Seal). Enjoy!If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review! Seal of Biliteracy website: https://sealofbiliteracy.org/ Connect with Arthur at info@sealofbiliteracy.org Connect with Nicole at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-rybak/  What to listen to next? Listen to our episode on how to access ESSER funding  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10822127Click here to access the recap we put together on the 8 things to know about the Seal of Biliteracy:  https://info.mangolanguages.com/hubfs/Downloadable/K12%20Gated%20Content/SealofBiliteracy_GatedContent.pdf#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning #SoBi #SealofBiliteracy #ESL #bilingualism #multilingualism

In May 2022, Harvard High School graduated a record number of students who had earned their Seal of Biliteracy. Bilingual and Dual Language Coordinator, Amber Bowgren, is here to celebrate this victory with Dr. Corey Tafoya. 

Sara Sierra is one amazing student. Three years ago she moved from Colombia to the United States, settling in Ohio with her mom and two sisters. In that short amount of time Sara mastered the English Language AND earned The Seal of Biliteracy, an award granted to students who demonstrate high levels of proficiency in two languages. "What's special about Sara earning The Seal of Biliteracy is that she is a former ESL student," said Maria Gilmore, ESL Teacher, Elyria Schools. "She is the first one (student) so far (to do this), because they have to learn English and pass the Ohio ELA II test, which is hard even for native English speakers. Sara passed it with a high score. And this was all going on during COVID. "She was always wanting to go higher in the classroom," Gilmore said. " That's what helped her get to where she is now." Hear Sara's inspiring story on this episode of Petey Podcast!

What is the relationship between decoding and comprehension when reading, and why is it important for educators to prioritize both? Why are key literacy resources like school librarians or educational media specialists and classroom libraries growing scarce and what are the consequences? How can listeners begin to take steps on a micro and macro level to improve flawed education policies that are impacting multilingual learners? We discuss these questions and much more with Dr. Kathy Escamilla and Dr. Sue Hopewell. For episode resources, additional content and much more visit our EL Community page. Find the episode transcript here. Dr. Kathy Escamilla is a Professor Emerita of Education in the Division of Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy at the University of Colorado, Boulder. She held the Bob and Judy Charles endowed chair in this division. Dr. Escamilla's research focuses on issues related to the development of bilingualism and biliteracy for Spanish-speaking emerging bilingual children in US schools. Her research has also examined assessment practices for emerging bilingual learners. Sue Hopewell is the Director and Co-Founder of Literacy Squared® and an Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder in the division Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy in the School of Education. Her research focuses on issues of language, culture, equity, and identity especially as they impact, or are affected by, bilingualism and the related literacy practices at the elementary school level --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

Susan Lambert joins biliteracy expert and professor Dr. Lillian Durán, who holds a doctorate in educational psychology from the University of Minnesota and researches the improvement of instructional and assessment practices with preschool-aged dual language learners (DLLs).Durán begins by pointing out the difference between being bilingual and biliterate, then describes the key advantages of being bilingual and the unique skills students who speak multiple languages bring to school. She then discusses how the Simple View of Reading connects to Spanish, the double standard often occurring when bilingual students are celebrated vs. when they are not, and the process of screening and assessment for multilingual students. Lastly, Dr. Durán compels educators to avoid viewing biliteracy and dual language support as a sub-population of their classroom and instead prioritize the development of students' home languages, whatever they may be, alongside English instruction.Quotes: “Language is inextricably linked to culture. We want to make sure these families and children feel valued and honored within our schools.” —Dr. Lillian Durán“No matter what language you start to learn some of those skills in, there's a transfer and understanding of how to listen to sounds and how to put sounds together.” —Dr. Lillian Durán 

Dr. Kathy Escamilla why and how we can develop biliteracy from the start. https://amzn.to/3GFW00i  You can connect with Tan on Twitter at @TanKHuynh and TanKHuynh.com.  You can learn more about my courses at https://tankhuynh.com/courses  

In this episode, we take a close look at what it means for learners to earn the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy and how that distinction can be a future academic, career, and financial benefit to students. To explore this topic, we are joined by Chrystal Liu, World Language Specialist with the Nebraska Department of Education, and Nick Ziegler, World Language Coordinator and Tech Integrationist at ESU 5. Together, Chrystal and Nick share a wealth of information that speaks to the amazing work being done to enhance language learning and development across our state. The Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy Site Distance Learning Courses on the ESUCC's NVIS Site For more on how Distance Learning Courses work in Nebraska, access this testimonial from Barry Schaeffer, Superintendent of Arthur County Schools. Contact Nick Ziegler at nziegler@esu5.org for information on receiving World Language Courses via Distance Learning.

Born and raised in France, Yoshito and his Korean wife now live in the UK together with their 2 trilingual sons where they learn to read and write in three languages.

Soso Ye earned the Seal of Biliteracy from the Wisconsin Department of Instruction for mastery of both English and Karen. He was the first student in the school's history to receive the designation, in addition to graduating near the top of his class.

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In this episode of Youth in Movement, Josephine Tritsch tells us about her story and how she relates to the French language. She was born in France, but moved to the United States as a toddler and has now become a dual-language (French and English) immersion Kindergarten teacher at Stratton School of the Academy of the Arts in Champaign, Illinois. As someone who lost her native claim on the language and later learned French as a teen and adult, Josephine is a motivated student and educator. She is dedicated to giving her students a strong foundation for biliteracy and the empathy needed to be a multilingual classmate.Josephine shares, with a lot of humor, the challenges she faced when she had to exchange with her French family as a young girl. She also describes the daily life of her very young students in class learning French and English at the same time.Listen to know more about Josephine!The Podcast is co-hosted by Mathilde Geannopulos and Daniel Enriquez.

Howie Berman, the executive director of ACTFL, talks about the ACTFL  and Supporting Language Educators & Learners. This is episode 323 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Howie Berman is an association executive with nearly 20 years of experience working with non-profit membership organizations. He currently serves as Executive Director for ACTFL, the largest organization in the U.S. serving the needs of language educators and learners.  As ACTFL’s chief staff executive, he is responsible for continuing to enhance ACTFL’s reputation and influence in the language education community while overseeing the implementation of all policies and actions approved by the ACTFL Board of Directors.  He is passionate about making ACTFL’s mission of providing vision, leadership, and support for quality teaching and learning of languages a reality. Howie has also held the positions of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Director of Membership and Administration at ACTFL. Prior to his work at ACTFL, Howie held positions at the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) and the American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (ASCPT). He received his BA in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Richmond and his MA in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago. Howie holds a Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and serves on the Executive Committees of the Joint National Committee for Languages (JNCL) and the Trust for Insuring Educators (TIE). Howie is also a member of the AAAS America’s Languages Working Group. He is a frequent presenter and contributor on topics such as language advocacy and outreach, the Seal of Biliteracy, and teacher recruitment & retention. Lots to learn today! Thanks for listening. Don't forget to share & subscribe. Enjoy! Connect and Learn More: https://www.actfl.org/ https://www.youtube.com/user/actfl https://www.instagram.com/actfl/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/actfl/ https://twitter.com/actfl https://www.pinterest.com/actfl/ https://www.facebook.com/actfl   https://www.linkedin.com/in/howiebermancae/     Length - 55:07

For this very important question that rounds up as students as global citizens, Krista and Sandrine welcome a guest, Linda Egnatz. Linda works for the Global Seal of Biliteracy and in this conversation highlights the path to biliteracy as well as its purpose. If you would like for information for either the Seal or the Global Seal, check out... https://sealofbiliteracy.org/index.php https://theglobalseal.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stepintomondays/message

Today's epsidoe will focus around the continua of biliteracy, which is a model created by Nancy Hornberger that frames our thinking around teaching, research and policy concerning biliteracy. I discuss how the model is useful in framing our thinking about designing and evaluating curricula? What are the strengths and limitations of using the “Continua of Biliteracy” in this way? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kelly-broadbent/message

Young-Suk Grace Kim, Ed.D., is a professor at University of California, Irvine. She received her Ed.D. at Harvard University in Human Development and Psychology with a concentration on Language and Literacy, and a minor concentration on Quantitative Policy Analysis in Education. She holds Master’s degrees in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) as well as in Human Development and Culture. She was a former classroom teacher at the primary and secondary schools, and community college in San Francisco, California. She was an associate director at the Florida Center for Reading Research and a faculty member at the Florida State University.Professor Kim’s primary research areas include development in language, cognition, and literacy acquisition and instruction across languages and writing systems, including dyslexia and dysgraphia. Her work includes reading comprehension, reading fluency, listening comprehension, academic language, higher order cognitive skills, written composition for English-speaking children, Dual Language Learners, English learners, and children learning to read other languages (Korean, Spanish, Chinese). She examines how various factors co-develop and interact each other. Her research has been supported by the Institute of Education Science, U. S. Department of Education, and the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.Dr. Kim received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) by President Barack Obama; and the Developing Scholar Award and University Teaching Award. She currently serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Educational Psychology, and editorial board for several journals including Reading Research Quarterly, Journal of School Psychology, School Psychology Review, Educational Researcher, and AERA Open.

Regan King is mature and wise beyond her years. She is heavily involved in the community and is always looking for opportunities to give back and help others. Regan is lives in Mount Laurel, NJ. She attends Lenape High School and is a member of the Class of 2020. It's funny. My daughter Gabby and Regan's sister Kaitlyn have played against each other since 4th grade. We would always see their family at basketball games and events. We always smiled at each other and said hi but I never had the opportunity to actually sit down and talk to the King family until this winter. Regan and her family were raising money for Breast Cancer through their Think Pink Event held in the lobby of the gym during girls travel basketball games. They had tables set up with elaborate prizes and a well stocked concession stand that grabbed my attention. We sat and talked for a half an hour and it was really nice to get to know them. I was so impressed with Reagan's stories about traveling to Peru and her desire to become a doctor. Regan played varsity all four years of high school. Each year she earned more time and played a key role in the team's success. Coach Hummel gave her the opportunity to shine on the court. During her Senior Year she was named Team Captain and moved to Point Guard. Regan is only 5'5 but if you've ever had the pleasure to watch her play she you will see that she has a high motor and doesn't back down from a challenge. It's her determination that is the key to her success on and off the court where she excels in the classroom and is a top student. Regan has decided to focus on her studies at Villanova but wants to play club basketball and continue to coach girls basketball. I have no doubt that she will be an amazing doctor one day. Here are some of her achievements to date: Basketball: All-Olympic Conference (2 years) Group 4 Sectional Champion Group 4 State Finalist, Team Captain All-County All-South Jersey NJ Top 85 Seniors SJIBT Top 50 players. Academic: Principal's List Student of the Month (2018) National Honor Society National Spanish Honor Society Top 10% of my class Ranked 12/449 in class Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish National Merit Commended Student The Theresa McGlade Memorial Award via The Al Carino Girls Basketball Club Check out her profile on Hudl. https://www.hudl.com/profile/14544839/Regan-King-10 Check out her profile on Twitter. https://twitter.com/reganking_ *Video courtesy of Hudl. *Gatorade and its logo are in no way involved in this podcast.

Marianna Papazoglou is a young woman on a mission. She has played at high level at Wildwood Catholic from the minute she stepped on the floor. Coach Steve DiPatri trusted her as a leader. She was called upon as a Freshman to help lead a young team and was named captain that year. Her drive and determination allowed her to score her 1,000th point in the playoffs vs Gil St. Bernard in the playoffs her Sophomore Year. She knew she was close before the game and when she hit that milestone she was bombarded by her teammates but Marianna was all business. It wasn't until the ball went out of bounds and play was stopped that she took a moment to celebrate but all she could think about was securing the win. Marianna is a total team player. She respects her coach and loves her teammates. She grew up and lives in North Wildwood, NJ. Her family owns the Original Hot Spot on the Wildwood Boardwalk where she works during the summer months. I'm told that the tourists favorite dish is the Gyro but she loves the Chicken Parm. Marianna recently decided to continue her basketball career by committing to the University of Pennsylvania. She looks forward to the change of scenery but is happy to be close enough to home so her family and friends can watch her play. Marianna is looking forward to playing for Coach Mike McLaughlin. Marianna is taking the down time during the quarantine to improve her ball handling and is getting ready for her last hurrah at Wildwood Catholic. 2,000 career points is within reach. She is following in her mom's footsteps but creating her own legacy. Here are some of her achievements to date: Basketball: Al Carino Second Team All-South Jersey Al Carino All-Non Public Team NJ.com Top Junior and Sophomore Cape Atlantic League First Team United Division Academic: Principal's List Student of the Month (2018) National Honor Society National Spanish Honor Society Top 10% of my class Ranked 12/449 in class Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish National Merit Commended Student The Theresa McGlade Memorial Award via The Al Carino Girls Basketball Club Check out her profile on Hudl. https://www.hudl.com/profile/14082928/Marianna-Papazoglou Check out her profile on Twitter. https://twitter.com/marianna_2219 *Video courtesy of Hudl. *Video courtesy of Jersey Sports Zone. *Video courtesy of Brian Cunniff-Coast Sports Today. *Gatorade and its logo are in no way involved in this podcast.

Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome Amy Anderson. Amy T. Andersen is a high school American Sign Language (ASL) teacher at Ocean City High School in Cape May County, has been named the 2018 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the iTunes Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! About Our Guest: Amy Anderson Amy T. Andersen, a high school American Sign Language (ASL) teacher at Ocean City High School in Cape May County, has been named the 2018 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Andersen, who was named the 2017-18 Cape May County Teacher of the Year in the spring, grew up in Cape May County. She earned a bachelor’s degree in flute performance from Indiana University and a mas- ter’s degree in deaf education from McDaniel College. Andersen also achieved national board certification in Exceptional Needs Specialist: Deaf/Hard of Hearing. After nine years in Boston, Massachusetts as a teacher of the deaf, she returned to New Jersey in 2004 to raise a family. It was then, with 42 students, that Andersen began the ASL program at Ocean City High School. Community oriented activities, such as ASL socials at local coffee shops and evening performances that raise funds for scholarships immerse students in deaf culture helping them to build confidence. In the past three years alone, more than 85 percent of her students have achieved the NJ Seal of Biliteracy. Her popular and respected program has inspired a number of students to pursue ASL-related careers, including interpreting for Michelle Obama and Madonna. Ocean City’s ASL program is unique, especially in the way Andersen connects her students to the deaf community nationwide. Ocean City has become a strong community that is now accessible to hearing and deaf visitors because of Andersen’s students. Andersen is a nationally recognized educator who began her career teaching deaf children to fall in love with reading. She now teaches hearing children to fall in love with ASL. Among her many recognitions, Andersen was named the 2014 ASL Teacher of the Year and was honored by the New Jersey Association for the Deaf and Atlantic County Society for the Deaf. In 2015, “Classroom Close-Up NJ” highlighted her program after her students’ ASL anti-bullying video went viral. As Ocean City’s Teacher of the Year, Andersen was featured in the NJ School Board Association’s School Leader and was recently honored by the National Liberty Museum with the Teacher as Hero: Exceptional Teacher Award. Andersen has made a difference in the lives of her students, and she serves as a model for teachers throughout the country. She ignites her students’ passion for learning, gives them a voice and shows them their voice is valuable. Andersen’s students go out into the world as lifelong learners making bridges between cultures, embracing differences in those around them, and changing lives as they go.  Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Program Specialist for World Languages and Global Workforce Initiatives with the Georgia Department of Education, Patrick Wallace is in studio for today's episode of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Joined by co­-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, Wallace discusses the broad scope of his job, why knowledge of other languages is especially important in the current climate and more in today's Around Atlanta segment of Radio. Wallace oversees the 216 school districts in the state of Georgia in the area of world languages. This includes more than 550,000 students learning a language across the state. Wallace serves and supports the administration, as well as the students with day-to-day activities such as curriculum questions, articulation questions, hiring and finding talents across Georgia. Wallace is also involved in several programs, including the Georgia Seal of Biliteracy. The Georgia Seal of Biliteracy is an insignia students have the opportunity to receive upon graduation that recognizes them for high proficiency in a second language. Another program Wallace is involved with is the International Skills Diplomacy program. This organization is a unique program that started in 2015. It consists of international businesses recognizing leaders in the school system who have a global or international focus on their education. A third program Wallace dedicates his time to is the Dual Language Immersion Initiative. This program seeks to teach students in two different languages throughout the day. The goal is to have students immersed in two separate languages every day in school. Apart from the many programs Wallace is involved in supporting and overseeing, he also spends his time meeting with other international agencies and departments to work with and grow the international community in Georgia. This includes outreach to non-English-speaking families to complete tasks such as interpreting, translating and clarifying objectives. “These are all the things that go into my wheelhouse,” said Wallace. “It's quite a large area, but it has never been boring. The job has always been exciting with plenty to do. There is a tremendous amount of progress happening in global education in Georgia.” Wallace believes that the understanding of several different languages and cultures is especially important during current times. With the incredible amount of uncertainty and fear surrounding the global COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, several countries are experiencing similar repercussions and consequences of the virus. The knowledge of other languages and the ability to interact with different cultures experiencing a similar way of life due to outside influences is increasingly important. “We also need to have that cooperation within the context of our society to be able to work with people from different backgrounds,” said Wallace. “I constantly hear from business professionals again and again how collaboration and communication are increasingly important.” These ideals are fostered in the world language classroom where Wallace and his organization are working to improve knowledge, skills and interaction between nations. In addition to the advantages on a global scale, learning a second language can also be beneficial for a number of other reasons. Cognitive and academic advancement is a huge value to students who learn a second language, as well as higher empathy and understanding levels. To learn more about Patrick Wallace or the World Languages and Global Workforce Initiatives, visit the link here. You can also listen to the full interview above. Never miss an episode of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio! Subscribe to the podcast here. You can also get a recap of any past episodes on our Radio page. Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee, License #22564. NMLS ID #6606. Subject to borrower and property qualifications. Not all applicants will qualify. New American Funding and the World Languages and Global Workforc...

Zu Gast im Muttersprache Podcast ist Patrick Wallace Program Specialist for World Languages & Global Work Initiativespwallace@doe.k12.ga.usFacebook: Georgia Department of Education World Languages​Instagram: gadoeworldlanguagesTwitter: gadoeworldlanguages​Georgia Seal of Biliteracy - https://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Curriculum-and-Instruction/Pages/Georgia%27s-Seal-of-Biliteracy.aspxGeorgia International Skills Diploma Seal - https://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Curriculum-and-Instruction/Pages/International-Skills-Diploma-Seal.aspxGeorgia Dual Language Immersion Initiative - https://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Curriculum-and-Instruction/Pages/Dual-Immersion-Language-Programs-in-Georgia.aspxDLI Dashboard - https://ksugis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=cc276aae229e4148891a07783074f677March GaDOE World Language Update - https://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/Curriculum-and-Instruction/2019%20%202020%20HLS/GaDOE%20World%20Language%20Update%20March%202020.pdfDiese Podcast Episode wurde gesponsored von www.mygermany.comHost Monique Menesi www.meetus.us German/American Executive Search & Recruiting, Global Leadership & Career Coaching monique@meetus.us 

In this episode, we will learn about the importance of bilingualism and biliteracy development, an area of teaching and research in which SDSU is a national leader. More specifically, we will explore why bilingualism and biliteracy offer today’s students and graduates a competitive advantage, given today’s culturally and linguistically diverse global society. Also, we will learn what SDSU is doing to meet the high demand for bilingual teachers.   About Jose Sebedra: Jose Sebedra is a 4th-grade student at Bostonia Language Academy in El Cajon.  At a very early age with the help of his first-grade teacher, Jose discovered his love for public speaking.  Jose has been very passionate about speaking and sharing on different topics that currently affect our community and making our world a better place. About Cristina Alfaro Dr. Cristina Alfaro has been appointed Interim Associate Vice President for Global Affairs by SDSU Provost and Senior Vice President Dr. Hector Ochoa. Links: https://newscenter.sdsu.edu/education/dle/bilingual_credential.aspx http://www.isc.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/isc/ https://newscenter.sdsu.edu/oip/ https://education.sdsu.edu/departments/dle  https://education.sdsu.edu/ceber  http://www.cal.org/  

How does Exc-ELL help teachers better serve their English learners and Dual language learners? How do we go about coaching others when observing classrooms and how does using observation protocols help administrators understand what teaching vocabulary, reading comprehension, and other strategies look like? How might we create a culture of giving and receiving feedback? Plus, we come back to the Seal of Biliteracy to ask how all this work might help more students access it. For more information on Dr. Calderón's expansive work, check out the show notes on Part 1.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

On this episode of Highest Aspirations, we feature part 1 of a 2 part series with Dr. Margarita Calderón, former Professor Emerita and Senior Research Scientist at Johns Hopkins University and author of several publications about multilingual education. During our conversation, we address the following questions: Why is it that many students are not receiving the Seal of Biliteracy after being on track for the recognition during their primary school years? How can we ensure that English learners and dual language learners are given the opportunity to engage in rigorous content area courses? Why is focusing on Tier 2 vocabulary, or connectors and transition words, so important to developing reading comprehension skills? How can a whole-school approach to professional development help content teachers infuse academic language into their lessons? Why are we still not seeing the progress we’d like in the areas of reading and writing for English learners and how can we to improve? For the past ten years Dr. Calderón, has been an Expert Consultant for the U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights helping States such as Massachusetts and school districts come into compliance. As President of Margarita Calderón & Associates, Inc., Dr. Calderón and her team of 10 Associates conduct comprehensive professional development and coaching on ExC-ELL in many schools, districts, and state-wide Institutes throughout the country internationally (e.g., Mexico, Saudi Arabia, South America). She was Co-Principal Investigator with Robert Slavin on the 5-Year Randomized Evaluation of English Immersion, Transitional Bilingual, and Two-Way Bilingual elementary programs funded by the Institute for Education Sciences/U.S. Dept. of Education. The Carnegie Corporation of New York funded a five-year empirical study to develop Expediting Comprehension for English Language Learners (ExC-ELL). Its purpose is to train math, science, social studies, language arts, ESL and special education teachers for integrating language, literacy and content in ALL classrooms. Another program, Reading Instructional Goals for Older Readers (RIGOR), was developed for Newcomers with Interrupted Formal Education. She developed the evidence-based Bilingual Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition (BCIRC) program for dual language instruction which is included in the What Works Clearinghouse. Currently, Dr. Calderón collaborates with George Washington University on a Title III five-year grant to implement and further study “A Whole-School Approach to Professional Development with ExC-ELL.” Other research has been funded by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S.Department of Labor, National Institutes of Child Health and Development, TexasEducation Agency, school districts, and State Departments of Education. She collaborated on longitudinal studies with Diane August, Maria Carlo and Catherine Snow on the National Study of Students Reading in Spanish and Transfer of Skills. Dr. Calderón has over 100 publications, including her most recent collaborative work featuring other well known experts in multilingual education, Breaking Down the Wall: Essential Shifts for English Learners' Success. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

An interview with Linda Egnatz, the Executive Director of the Global Seal of Biliteracy

What has changed in bilingual teacher education over the last 5-10 years and how have those changes affected the field? How have policy changes and initiatives like the Seal of Biliteracy affected dual language programs and bilingual education? What are some of the most effective ways of preparing preservice and inservice teachers to work with dual language and English language learners? We discuss these questions and much more in part 1 of a 2 part series with Dr. Sera Hernandez, Assistant Professor of Dual Language and English Learner Education at San Diego State University. Dr. Hernandez earned her Ph.D. from UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Education with a degree in Language, Literacy, and Culture. With an interdisciplinary academic background, her research bridges the fields of educational linguistics and the anthropology of education to examine the sociocultural, linguistic and political contexts surrounding educational language policies and bilingualism and biliteracy practices in the U.S. and abroad. Her research focuses on the impact of state and federal language and education policies on language and literacy practices in Spanish and English in schools, homes, and communities across California, the U.S. and internationally. Her work strives to better understand the language and literacy development of emergent bilinguals (i.e., DLLs, ELLs) starting in early childhood and specifically how educational language policies and program models facilitate or undermine language learners’ access to equitable schooling experiences. Her research and teaching also involve multiple international programs that examine equity issues around language policies and teacher education, namely in Mexico, the Republic of Palau, and Switzerland. Dr. Hernandez has worked in public K-12 schools and universities for 20 years and has facilitated trainings for over 1,500 teachers and administrators across the U.S. in the OCDE Project GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) model. She is currently a lead trainer for the California Association for Bilingual Education’s Binational Project GLAD model which works with bilingual educators on both sides of the border to foster and build collaborative binational relationships and better schooling experiences for binational students in the U.S. and Mexico as they become bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

How can state level agencies help promote the successful implementation of the Seal of Biliteracy in school districts? Why is it important to track data on who is earning the seal, and how might organizations go about doing it? What are some ways to ensure equitable access to the seal of biliteracy for all students and how are states like Washington providing resources to make that happen? We discuss these questions and much more in our conversation with Angela Davila and Patty Finnegan from Washington State’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Angela Davila is the WA state World Language Program Supervisor, OSPI. Previously she coordinated foreign language programs worldwide for the Department of Defense Education Activity in Arlington, VA. She has also served as World Language Curriculum Coach/Developer for the Bellevue School District, World Language Facilitator for the Highline School District, and Spanish teacher in Bellevue and Highline school districts for a total of 26 years. She also directed Language Immersion Camps in five languages at Camp Waskowitz in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains while working in the Highline District. Patty’s work as a teacher, teacher educator, state-level administrator, and educational researcher continues to be fueled by her passion to serve traditionally marginalized students. She has led professional learning on effective program development and instructional practices for English learners and students with disabilities. Patty serves as Special Projects Program Supervisor with the Washington State’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Migrant & Bilingual Education office and facilitates Washington’s K-12 Dual Language Initiative. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

How are districts assessing criteria to achieve the Seal of Biliteracy? What supports are available for teachers with diverse groups of language learners? How can the Seal of Biliteracy help mitigate larger issues, like home language loss and equity in education? We discuss these topics and much more in part 2 of our 2 part series on the Seal of Biliteracy with Martha Hernandez of Californians Together. If you listened to Part 1, you know that Martha is both well versed and passionate about the history, current state, and future of the Seal of Biliteracy and its impact on language learners of all types. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

How has the Seal of Biliteracy evolved from a California-based grassroots movement to a highly regarded program offered in 35 states and the District of Columbia? How might offering the seal of biliteracy help school districts strengthen their language programs for all learners? What pathways and checkpoints are built into the journey toward the Seal to help guide students toward the ultimate goal of biliteracy? We discuss these topics and much more in Part 1 of our 2 part series on the Seal of Biliteracy with Martha Hernandez. Martha, the oldest of nine children, is a first-generation college graduate and a role model for her siblings who also earned university degrees and are now serving as physicians, teachers, a computer programmer, an organic chemist and a doctor of pharmacy. She attributes her family’s success to her mother who was an unwavering advocate for her children with a strong belief in the power of public education. Martha’s lifelong support of the United Farm Workers and bilingual education has fueled her commitment to causes of equity and excellence in education especially on behalf of English learners. Her 42 years of public school experience at the classroom, school, district and county levels as well as her involvement in numerous state committees serve her well to advance the vision of Californians Together. As you’ll hear in our conversation, Martha is both well-versed and passionate about the history, current state, and future of the Seal of Biliteracy and its impact on language learners of all types. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this series, when Martha and I discuss how districts are assessing criteria to achieve the Seal of Biliteracy, supporting teachers with diverse groups of language learners, preventing home language loss, and much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/highest-aspirations/message

Dr. Soria E. Colomer, Professor of Bilingual Education at Oregon State University talks about her work on transforming the educational landscape for marginalized youth. Her research explores the negotiation of language and identity in new immigrant communities.

While some Chicago-area classrooms are responding to a progressively connected and globalized world, others are limited by a lack of resources and funding. Study abroad opportunities and programs such as the Illinois Global Scholar Certification and the Seal of Biliteracy are now included in more Illinois schools, preparing students to work and collaborate in cross-cultural contexts. Yet, equal access to an internationally-focused education continues to remain a barrier for many high schools. What does a globally-focused education look like in a classroom and how can we ensure comparable access to such programs across all school districts? What partnerships and resources are available to support global competence efforts? The 2017 class of Koldyke Global Teachers traveled to Morocco, France, Chile, and South Africa, to deepen their knowledge of global education models and bring cross-cultural experiences back to their classrooms. The Koldyke Global Teachers Program was generously established by Patricia Blunt and Martin J. Koldyke in 2016 and invests in the professional development of Chicago-area high school teachers. Join educators, students, and implementers as they share stories and best practices for guiding future global citizens in Chicago and beyond.

He was rich, persuasive--and wrong. But Ron Unz succeeded in leading our most populous state down a dark path in the history of world language education. Yet his very success planted the seeds of change that are yielding a harvest of good in the nation today. Hear the origin story of the Seal of Biliteracy, which began in California and is now transforming America. America the Bilingual is part of the Lead with Languages campaign of ACTFL — The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. This episode was written by me, Steve Leveen, our producer Fernando Hernández (who also does our sound design and mixing) and our associate producer, Beckie Rankin. Our brand and editorial director is Mim Harrison. Editorial consultant is Maja Thomas. Graphic arts are created by Carlos Plaza Design Studio. Music in this episode with a Creative Commons Attribution License by (In order of appearance): Jorge Mario Zuleta - Intro http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jorge_Mario_Zuleta/Fauxette/Intro_1982 Komiky - Action Discovery http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku/The_Binge_Watchers__Score_1/Komiku_-_The_Binge_Watchers_-_Score_1_-_12_Action_Discovery Kevin MacLeod - Quasi Motion http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Global_Sampler/Quasi_Motion Lee Rosevere - More on that later http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/Lee_Rosevere_-_Music_for_Podcasts_4_-_08_More_On_That_Later Lee Rosevere - Sad marimba planet http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/Lee_Rosevere_-_Music_for_Podcasts_4_-_02_Sad_Marimba_Planet Jorge Mario Zuleta - Temporal http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jorge_Mario_Zuleta/Fauxette/Temporal Francisco Penilla - Chicle bombita https://soundcloud.com/francisco-penilla/francisco-penilla-chicle-bombita Lee Rosevere - Keeping stuff together http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/Lee_Rosevere_-_Music_for_Podcasts_4_-_11_Keeping_Stuff_Together Lee Rosevere - New day http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/Music_for_Podcasts_4/Lee_Rosevere_-_Music_for_Podcasts_4_-_04_New_Day

TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND  THE ACTFL 'SEAL OF BILITERACY' 

TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND  THE ACTFL 'SEAL OF BILITERACY' 

In this episode, host Jenny Lehotsky sits down with Gissel Escobedo to discuss her dual language Kindergarten class at Emerson Elementary School in Berwyn South School District 100. Teaching for Biliteracy by Karen Beeman and Cheryl Urow https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Biliteracy-Strengthening-Bridges-Languages/dp/1934000094 Center For Applied Linguistics http://www.cal.org Gissel Escobedo - @GE4BiliteracyJenny Lehotsky: @JennyLehotskyMusic by student Roy Nunez under teacher Tom Foust

In this episode, host Jenny Lehotsky sits down with Gissel Escobedo to discuss her dual language Kindergarten class at Emerson Elementary School in Berwyn South School District 100. Teaching for Biliteracy by Karen Beeman and Cheryl Urow https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Biliteracy-Strengthening-Bridges-Languages/dp/1934000094 Center For Applied Linguistics http://www.cal.org Gissel Escobedo - @GE4BiliteracyJenny Lehotsky: @JennyLehotskyMusic by student Roy Nunez under teacher Tom Foust

"Dr. Baker":http://web.missouri.edu/bakere/ and Dr. Carmen Medina discuss literature discussions and immigrant elementary children

  Here is the latest SoC podcast on bilingual education with leading proponent Shelley Spiegel-Coleman of Californians Together. Shelley and her colleagues are fresh from an electoral mandate to implement bilingual education all over the Golden State, the first State in the nation to offer a Seal of Biliteracy.  In this 30-minute podcast, she recounts how Californians Together began, language as an asset (min. 9), Proposition 58's roll-out (min. 13) and responding to the English-only movement (min. 18). Shelley then discusses the implications of a potential clampdown on immigration and the need for people to be seen as humans, not numbers,  (min. 22) and closes with how bilingual education is actually carried out in the classroom (min. 27).  Feed your soul. Keep listening.   

Our fifteenth Language Talk: KWLA podcast, Overhaul of the Kentucky Program Reviews, features host Laura Roché Youngworth discussing with guests Kelly Clark and Alfonso de Torres Nunez from the Kentucky Department of Education the changes in process and format of the KY Program Reviews. Topics include: overall structure, reporting, and changes of the Program Reviews as well as detailed components of the Global Competency/World Language (GC/WL) Assurances and GC/WL Program Review. In the Polyglotting News, updates include state-wide efforts for the Seal of Biliteracy, Universities and Colleges happenings, and the KWLA board changes. If you have an event or idea to share on the Outreach Clearinghouse, please contact Laura Roche (laura.roche@fayette.kyschools.us) or Jeanmarie Rouhier-Willoughby (j.rouhier@uky.edu).

Our fourteenth Language Talk: KWLA podcast, the Seal of Biliteracy, features hosts Laura Roché Youngworth and Jeanmarie Rouhier-Willoughby discussing with guest Arthur Chou of Velázquez Press aspects of the national movement to honor students with Biliteracy skills. Topics include: the background of the Seal, what the Seal is, advantages it brings to a district or state, and steps one can take towards implementation. If you have an event or idea to share on the Outreach Clearinghouse, please contact Laura Roche (laura.roche@fayette.kyschools.us) or Jeanmarie Rouhier-Willoughby (j.rouhier@uky.edu).

Classnotes Podcast (April 21, 2015) While many bilingual education programs across the country are designed to build students’ fluency in English, ... read more The post A School District Vision for Biliteracy – Podcast Episode 151 appeared first on IDRA.

"Dr. Kuby":http://education.missouri.edu/faculty/LTC/Kuby_Candace.php and Drs. Susan Hopewell & Kathy Escamilla discuss ways of assessing bilingual students and recommend suggestions for policies and practices.