Professional Learning
Research-based professional learning that strengthens bilingual-biliterate instruction, program leadership, and dual language implementation.
Thoughtful, Practical Professional Learning
Professional learning is designed to strengthen bilingual-biliterate and dual language immersion programs through research-informed practice and real-world application. Sessions draw on decades of experience partnering with educators, administrators, and school communities to improve program quality and instructional effectiveness.
Offerings are tailored to district goals and delivered as standalone workshops or as part of an ongoing partnership with coaching and implementation support.
Who Professional Learning Is For
Professional learning is designed for a wide range of stakeholders, including:
Governance & Leadership
Professional learning for boards of education, district leadership, and central office teams leading dual language programs.
School Administrators
Support for principals and instructional leaders responsible for program implementation and instructional quality.
Educators & Staff
Professional learning for classroom teachers and support staff working with bilingual-biliterate and emergent multilingual learners.
Families & Communities
Presentations and learning opportunities for parents and community advocacy groups supporting bilingual-biliterate education.
Areas of Learning & Support
Dual Language & Bilingual-Biliterate Program Design
Professional learning that builds strong dual language immersion and bilingual-biliterate program models. Topics include two-way and one-way structures, language allocation, scheduling, and program coherence across grade levels.
Instructional Practice & Biliteracy Development
Support for high-quality instruction in dual language classrooms, including planning in two languages, biliteracy development, differentiation, translanguaging pedagogy, and rigor. Sessions include practical strategies that strengthen instruction for emergent bilingual-biliterate learners.
Leadership, Assessment & Program Improvement
Professional learning for school and district leaders focused on program oversight and continuous improvement. Topics include cross-linguistic assessment, data-informed decision making, implementation monitoring, and strengthening bilingual-biliterate and dual language program outcomes.
Cultural Identity & Awareness
Sessions centered on culturally responsive, socio-cultural, and socio-linguistic support. Topics include cross-cultural communication, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed approaches, and strategies for meaningful family and community engagement.
Flexible and Responsive Formats
Professional learning can be delivered through:
On-site workshops
Virtual workshops
Short-term or ongoing engagements
Let’s Strengthen Your Dual Language Program
Research-based guidance and practical support for dual language immersion and bilingual-biliterate education programs.
