Multilingual Learner Collaborative News
This page provides news, announcements, and administrative resources for staff in the Multilingual Learner Collaborative.
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Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities
Date: 03/28/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
The Right to Read
Thursday, April 20, 2023 | 4:30pm- 6:30pm | SCOE
This documentary shares the stories of an NAACP activist, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read. To watch a trailer, click here. Registration for this event is limited so sign up soon.
The Nuts and Bolts of Interpretation and Translation
Friday, May 5, 2023 | 9:00am- 12:00pm | SCOE
Participants will learn the tools to effectively interpret IEP meetings, school documents, etc. Register here.
Conversations in Community
Thursday, June 8, 2023 | 9:00am- 1:00pm | Sally Tomatoes Event Center
This new series is dedicated to growing our understanding of the latest neuroscience research on addressing childhood trauma. It is specifically designed to explore how we can bring resilience and healing into our classrooms, schools, and community. Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California’s first surgeon general, and Dr. Bruce D. Perry, co-author of the bestselling book “What Happened to You," will lead this inaugural discussion. Click here for more information and to register.
March 9th ML Collaborative Follow Up
Date: 03/10/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Please note that the CDE has confirmed that the OPTEL field test is designed to gather evidence on classroom teachers' use of the OPTEL, so they are focused on only recruiting certificated teachers.
To participate in the OPTEL field test, register here. Observations must be completed by March 31st. Be sure to sign up today.
REMINDER- March 9th ML Collaborative
Date: 03/03/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
We look forward to seeing you at the Multilingual Learner Collaborative on Thursday, March 9th from 9:00am-12:00pm. Please see below for important information regarding our time together.
- Let us know via email (evera@scoe.org) or on the calendar invite if you will NOT be attending. No action is required if you are attending.
- Our session will be held at SCOE which is located at 5340 Skylane Blvd., Santa Rosa, 95403.
- Breakfast refreshments will be served.
- Leave yourself plenty of time for parking, as spaces often fill up fast. The overflow lot next door to SCOE will be open as well.
Montgomery High School
Date: 03/02/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Dear Multilingual Learner Collaborative,
Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts are with our colleagues in SRCS and the entire Montgomery High School community in the aftermath of Wednesday’s tragic incident.
Please know that we are here if you need anything at all.
In community,
Jenn Guerrero and Lauren Ridgway
Multilingual Learner and Migrant PARENT Institute
Date: 01/10/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Thursday, February 9th | 8:30am-2:30pm | At SCOE
Co-sponsored by Migrant Education and the Sonoma County Office of Education, the Multilingual Learner and Migrant Parent Institute is an annual workshop dedicated to empowering parents of multilingual learners. Districts are encouraged to send members of their English Learner Parent Advisory Committees, as well as any other parents of English Learners who are interested. This workshop is free for all parents of multilingual learners and will be conducted in Spanish.
Register here | 
Flier here
Sessions
Once a Student, Now a Teacher
Vicente Sosa Alfaro, Special Day Class Teacher, Bellevue Union School Distirct
Born in the Mexican state of Michoacan, Vicente Sosa was brought to the United States of America at two years old. While he faced many struggles in an education system that failed to see him both individually and culturally, he persevered. Now an educator himself, Mr. Sosa will discuss how his academic experiences serve as a guide to supporting the students in his classroom.
Culture Cures: The Importance of Cultural Identity
Dr. Daniela Dominguez, Assistant Professor at the University of San Francisco and C.E.O of On the Margins
Grupo Folklorico Quetzalen
Dr. Daniela Domínguez, in collaboration with Victor Ferrer and the Quetzalén group, will highlight the powerful ways in which culture has healing powers. Parents will better understand the ways in which combining cultural music, dance and art provides an important outlet for healing.
Creating a College-Going Mindset
10,000 Degrees
This session will focus on creating a college-going mindset within your family while debunking common myths about college access. We will discuss A-G requirements, Financial Aid, and how to best support your student(s) to achieve the future of their dreams!
TIME IS RUNNING OUT!
Date: 01/05/2023
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Register today for the 2023 Multilingual Learner Leadership Conference.
Friday, January 20, 2023
8:30am- 3:30pm
Join us for a robust day of learning as we consider-
How might we intentionally create educational spaces that lift up the promise, power, and genius of multilingual learners?
SPACE IS LIMITED! Register today for the SCOE Multilingual Learner Leadership Conference
Date: 12/13/2022
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Friday, January 20, 2023
8:30am- 3:30pm
All teachers, administrators, TOSAs, counselors, specialists, and paraprofessionals are invited to attend and engage with the most current research, tools, and practices needed to ensure that multilingual learners thrive in our school systems. Register HERE.
Keynote
Liz Kleinrock, Antibias and antiracist educator, Author of “Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School Community”
What guides us as educators striving to center equity and antiracism in our practice?
Expert Panel
What does it take to thrive? Lessons from a Multilingual Expert Panel
Breakout Sessions
TK-12 Breakout Sessions
- Best Practices for Supporting Students who are Undocumented or Newly Arrived
- Scaffolding Antibias and Antiracist Practices Through an Inquiry Lens
- Caring for the Caregiver to Support Multilingual Learners
- Codes of Power, Codes of Honor
Elementary Breakout Sessions
- Supporting Deep Language Learning in the Elementary Math Classroom
- Arts Learning for Multilingual Learners
Secondary Breakout Sessions
- Introduction to Financial Aid and Creating A College Going Mindset
- Instructional Strategies for the Secondary Classroom
December 2nd ML Collaborative Follow Up
Date: 12/02/2022
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Thank you for joining us at the December 2, 2022 ML Collaborative. The slide deck and resources from our session can be found here.
Don’t forget to register for the SCOE Multilingual Leadership Conference happening on January 20th. Space is limited!
Reminder: ML Collaborative Meeting, Friday 12/2 at 9:00am
Date: 11/30/2022
Author: Jenn Guerrero
We look forward to seeing you on Friday, December 2nd from 9:00am-12:00pm at SCOE (5340 Skylane Blvd., Santa Rosa, 95403).
Please see below for important details regarding our time together.
- Please update your calendar invite to reflect whether or not you will be attending
- Breakfast refreshments will be served
- Leave extra time for parking
- Bring a device (laptop, etc.)
- Questions? Contact Jenn Guerrero at jguerrero@scoe.org
REGISTER TODAY! SCOE Multilingual Learner Leadership Conference
Date: 11/28/2022
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Friday, January 20, 2023
8:30am- 3:30pm
All teachers, administrators, TOSAs, counselors, specialists, and paraprofessionals are invited to attend and engage with the most current research, tools, and practices needed to ensure that multilingual learners thrive in our school systems. Register HERE.
Keynote
Liz Kleinrock, Antibias and antiracist educator, Author of “Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School Community”
What guides us as educators striving to center equity and antiracism in our practice?
Expert Panel
What does it take to thrive? Lessons from a Multilingual Expert Panel
Breakout Sessions
TK-12 Breakout Sessions
- Best Practices for Supporting Students who are Undocumented or Newly Arrived
- Scaffolding Antibias and Antiracist Practices Through an Inquiry Lens
- Caring for the Caregiver to Support Multilingual Learners
- Codes of Power, Codes of Honor
ElementaryBreakout Sessions
- Supporting Deep Language Learning in the Elementary Math Classroom
- Arts Learning for Multilingual Learners
Secondary Breakout Sessions
- Introduction to Financial Aid and Creating A College Going Mindset
- More information coming soon
