2018 Bilingual ESL Summer Institute
Save the Dates: June 4-5, 2018
DAY 1 - Opening Speaker and Keynote
We are honored to have one of our own Region 7 teachers, Whitney Crews, as the opening speaker this year. Whitney is the 2015 Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year and will share her insight and experience working with English Learners.
Our keynote presenter is an author and dynamic teacher, Dr. Michelle Yzquierdo, who will lead us in an engaging, fun-filled day of practical strategies. You will receive a copy of the book: 38 Great Academic Language Builders and have a chance to practice these language building activities throughout the day.
Day 2 - BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Choose from a variety of breakout topics all day, including sessions on Instructional Strategies and Technology Tools for both Elementary and Secondary teachers.
Featuring
Joanne Billingsley
- Making Words Real - Proven, Fun Strategies for Building Academic Vocabulary
- How to Use Simple Objects to Jumpstart Conversations
Carol Salva
- Boosting Achievement of Students With Interrupted Formal Education
- Rapid Literacy Advancement for SIFE and Newcomers
Using Tech with English Learners
Whitney Crews
Helping ESL Students Find Their Voice
Lunch will be provided both days
Door Prizes on Day 2