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Supporting Newcomer Students

Research, Policy and Practice

SupportingNewcomer StudentsResearch, Policy and Practice

Join the CRLP and Guest Speaker Dr. Magaly Lavadenz as we explore ways to engage newcomer students and find the network of support you have been seeking. Supporting newcomer students involves research-driven policies and practices to foster inclusive learning environments, address diverse needs, and ensure equitable access to education and resources. This interactive session engages participants’ expertise and agency to build upon newcomers strengths and support their needs in their local contexts.

Session Outcomes:


  • Appreciate the strengths and diverse experiences newcomer students bring to the classroom and understand how these can be leveraged to support their integration and success.

  • Implement effective classroom strategies for language development and content understanding, tailored to the specific needs of newcomers.

  • Create an inclusive classroom environment that fosters social-emotional well-being and a sense of belonging for newcomer students.

  • Utilize practical tools and resources from the Newcomer Toolkit and AI-generated resources to support newcomer students in daily classroom activities.

  • Leverage AI as a co-planner to design and adapt instructional materials that meet the unique needs of newcomer students.


CRLP Learning Programs meet criteria for professional learning for ESSER funds, as well as ESEA’s High-Quality Professional Development for Title I, III, V and VII, Part A; and for Title II, Part A and B.

About the Guest Speaker

Dr. Magaly Lavadenz is the Leavey Presidential Endowed Chair in Ethics and Moral Leadership, Executive Director for the Center for Equity for English Learners, and Director of Bilingual & Bicultural Education at Loyola Marymount University's School of Education.

Institute Information

Date & Time:

December 5, 2024, from 8:30AM - 3:00PM


Registration Fee:

$400 per participant. Includes a catered lunch buffet and all institute materials.


Location:

University Club

801 E Peltason Dr, Irvine, CA 92617

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Parking is free!


Meals:


A delicious, catered lunch buffet, courtesy of Wedgewood Weddings, will be provided for all participants.


CRLP Learning Programs meet criteria for professional learning for ESSER funds, as well as ESEA’s High-Quality Professional Development for Title I, III, V and VII, Part A; and for Title II, Part A and B.

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California Reading & Literature Project
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The mission of the California Reading and Literature Project (CRLP) is to provide transformative professional learning in Reading/Literacy. Our professional learning centers educators as learners and leaders to ensure that every CA student receives high-quality, rigorous comprehensive literacy instruction that is responsive to their identities, assets, and needs.



The UC Irvine/Orange County CRLP region is part of a network of California Reading and Literature Projects across California. CRLP is also a part of a statewide professional development network comprised of the nine disciplines required for university admission (UC and CSU) and graduation from high school. Together we form the California Subject Matter Projects.