EL Update

This training is designed for district teams that must include the main MICIP user and the EL Coordinator or Director. Other suggested key staff include: registrar or enrollment staff, pupil accountant, administrator, EL teacher.

Read more and register here for our May 16th session, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

• Do you work with teachers who would like to build their capacity in working with ELs?
• 🍎 March 6th or March 19th 🍎(both days are identical) - Diversity in the Classroom: How to Enhance Existing Lessons to Meet the Needs of All Learners with Sarah Bender
• geared toward Kent ISD Service Area Secondary Content Teachers
• Yes, EL staff can come if they would like to bring the knowledge back to their colleagues
• no cost, includes $110 sub reimbursement for LEA

"Equity Essentials: Navigating Student Needs Beyond the Classroom", a transformative professional development series designed to empower educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the diverse needs of their students outside of traditional academic settings. In this dynamic program, teachers will explore the complexities of poverty, food justice, healthcare, and housing stability, gaining a deep understanding of how these factors impact student learning and well-being. Registration available soon.

May 22nd - Poverty Simulation facilitated by Access of West MI (1pm - 3:30pm)

May 29th - Food Systems 101facilitated by Access of West MI (1pm - 3pm)

• NEW College Board Student Data Opt Out forms in Arabic and Spanish
• LEAs in MI will begin collecting data on student and staff affiliation with the 12 federally recognized tribes in our state - this will start next year with those who participate in Title VI or Johnson-O'Malley, the second year will focus on student demographics, and the third year will include staff demographics
• M-STEP Guide for Teachers of English Learners
• Supports and Accommodations for English Learners Video

• Testing window = February 5th - March 22nd
• 2024 MDE Specific Test Administration Manual
• Test Monitoring Application info on pg 92
• Screening newly enrolled potential ELs during the Access window - yes, these students need to first be screened and then take WIDA Access if they qualify as EL
• Incident reports guidance document (report through the Secure Site)
• 2024 WIDA List of Important Dates

• Free movie screening and discussion on Garden City, Kansas hosted by A Glimpse of Africa, Feb 24th @ 1pm, register for tickets here
  

• Our EL Coaches can’t wait to see you! Would you like consultation or consulting around instructional practices, EL data, EL curriculum, or newcomers? What about a facilitated conversation on EL program evaluation, streamlining systems, and services? Coaching is open to all Kent ISD service area educators, including content area instructors and program administrators, SCECHs available