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TExES Preparation: English as a Second Language Supplemental 154
Virtual Session | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
This session will assist teachers in preparing for the ESL TExES exam as well as providing essential information for understanding how to facilitate and differentiate instruction for ESL learners. We will cover history, law, research, methodology, strategies, rational, and varied ESL programs.
Secondary Emergent Bilingual Writing Practices and Strategies
ELAR Grades 6–8 | Virtual Session | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Participants will identify language complexity within state assessments and the implications these have in relation to emergent bilingual students' academic achievement. Additionally, we will explore and reflect on high-leverage practices that increase linguistic support during writing instruction.
Secondary Emergent Bilingual Writing Practices and Strategies
English I & II
January 17, 2024 | Virtual Session | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Participants will identify language complexity within state assessments and the implications these have in relation to emergent bilingual students' academic achievement. Additionally, we will explore and reflect on high-leverage practices that increase linguistic support during writing instruction. Register here.
TELPAS - Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System
Navigating Our Way Through TELPAS
This session will lead participants through the different TELPAS components and designed to provide a general overview of TELPAS for those leaders who are new to the administration or may need a refresher. Participants will navigate the available resources to help educators align instruction to state expectations for Emergent Bilingual students. Time will be allotted to meet with different Region 4 program contacts for technical assistance.
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Region 4 Bilingual/ESL Conference8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Virtual Zoom Session
Educators will expand their knowledge with evidence-based information designed for working with emergent bilingual (EB) students. Presentations will be framed around culturally and linguistically sustained practices and topics that impact the affective, linguistic, and cognitive domains of EB students. Session topics will address dual language, transitioning from L1 to L2, sheltered instruction and content-based language instruction, assessment practices, and technology. Learn more and register here.
Promoting Classroom Success for Dually Served Emergent Bilingual Students
December 12, 2023 | Virtual Session | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This session is designed to provide teachers with the instructional tools needed to effectively support emergent bilingual (English learner) students who are dually served through special education/504 and bilingual or ESL programs. This training will focus on making content comprehensible across content areas and include practical strategies to increase growth in students’ academic and language proficiency. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies for application in the classroom to maximize student achievement. Register here.
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Reading & Writing
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Progress Monitoring Opportunities
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English Language Development (ELD) Block
PK-2nd Grade Bilingual Classroom
In this session, participants will learn the structure of the English language development (ELD) block in the bilingual classroom. Participants will be able to understand what is ELD, the purpose of ELD, and how to use the TEKS and ELPS to plan a week of instruction.
English Language Development (ELD) Block
3rd-6th Grade Bilingual Classroom
12:30–3:30 p.m. | Virtual Session
In this session, participants will learn the structure of the English language development (ELD) block in the bilingual classroom. Participants will be able to understand what is ELD, the purpose of ELD, and how to use the TEKS and ELPS to plan a week of instruction. Register here.
Spanish Word Study: Increasing Emergent Bilingual Students’ Vocabulary and Comprehension en Español
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Virtual Session
Gain an understanding of principles of Spanish word study to increase students’ vocabulary and reading comprehension. Strategies and activities to help students learn about letters, sounds, syllables, and words will be discussed to teach students how to take words apart while reading for meaning. Learn more and register here.