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05/09/25 8:00 AM 05/09/25 4:00 PM America/New_York Day 2 Keynote and Featured Speakers View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_28694 <br/> &nbsp;The listed presenters will be featured on day two of the conference. Please click on the hyperlink of their names for more information.<br> <br> Manor Ballroom Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Manor Ballroom
Day 2 Keynote and Featured Speakers
Keynote
Elise White Diaz · Seidlitz Education
Speakers
Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld · Molloy University
Dr. Kate Kinsella · Dr. Kate Kinsella & Associates
Dr. Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa · B.E.L.I.E.V.E.!® LLC
Sarah Said · Elgin U-46 Dream Academy
Carly Spina · Glenview District 34 (IL)
 The listed presenters will be featured on day two of the conference. Please click on the hyperlink of their names for more information.

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05/09/25 8:30 AM 05/09/25 9:00 AM America/New_York Welcome Address View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31088 <br/> Manor Ballroom Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
8:30 - 9:00 AM Manor Ballroom
Welcome Address
05/09/25 9:00 AM 05/09/25 9:45 AM America/New_York Seidlitz Presents a Keynote Address: Discover Connect Respond: A Practical Approach to Trauma-Informed Multilingual Education View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31089 <br/> In addition to the stress of a new country and school, many English learners come with unacknowledged adverse childhood experiences - either from their home country, the challenges of growing up in an immigrant community, or a difficult journey into the United States. In these cases, lowering students' affective filter may not be sufficient to surmount the hurdles of behavior issues, and learning and communication difficulties. <br> <br> Discover, Connect, Respond is a culturally informed, ... Manor Ballroom Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
9:00 - 9:45 AM Manor Ballroom
Seidlitz Presents a Keynote Address: Discover Connect Respond: A Practical Approach to Trauma-Informed Multilingual Education
Speaker
Elise White Diaz · Seidlitz Education
In addition to the stress of a new country and school, many English learners come with unacknowledged adverse childhood experiences - either from their home country, the challenges of growing up in an immigrant community, or a difficult journey into the United States. In these cases, lowering students' affective filter may not be sufficient to surmount the hurdles of behavior issues, and learning and communication difficulties.

Discover, Connect, Respond is a culturally informed, research-based system of intervention found effective with children who have come from hard places. This overview provides a foundation for understanding trauma-informed, multilingual education, and then unpacks strategies to build trust across language and cultural barriers, especially with students new to the country or those who are not progressing as expected. Participants will walk away with practical, easy-to implement routines to increase language output and academic performance among their multilingual students from hard places.
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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Equipping Multilingual Learners with Vocabulary Knowledge and Communication Skills View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31095 <br/> Vocabulary knowledge is the most evidence-based predictor of a multilingual learner’s literacy strides, lesson engagement, and academic success. Drawing on recent research projects and classroom experience, Dr. Kinsella introduces principles and practices to prepare aspiring K-12 bilingual scholars for the vocabulary demands of academic interaction, text reading, and competent written response. She provides lesson-planning guidelines for prioritizing both topic-focused and cross-disciplinary ... Aspen Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Aspen
Equipping Multilingual Learners with Vocabulary Knowledge and Communication Skills
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Dr. Kate Kinsella · Dr. Kate Kinsella & Associates
Vocabulary knowledge is the most evidence-based predictor of a multilingual learner’s literacy strides, lesson engagement, and academic success. Drawing on recent research projects and classroom experience, Dr. Kinsella introduces principles and practices to prepare aspiring K-12 bilingual scholars for the vocabulary demands of academic interaction, text reading, and competent written response. She provides lesson-planning guidelines for prioritizing both topic-focused and cross-disciplinary academic words (e.g., compare, comparison) for robust teaching, and demonstrates an explicit and interactive instructional routine. Participants observe lesson footage, review sample lessons, note-taking guides, and competency-aligned word lists to support implementation.

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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Collaborative Approaches to Scaffolding Math for Multilingual Learners View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31092 <br/> This professional learning session is designed for educators and/or administrators who are interested in enhancing their practice and district cohesiveness by collaborating to support math instruction tailored for multilingual learners. As the diverse needs of multilingual learners continue to evolve, collaboration becomes essential in creating a cohesive and inclusive learning environment. This session will highlight one district's journey and the benefits of collaborative practices at the e... Walnut Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Walnut
Collaborative Approaches to Scaffolding Math for Multilingual Learners
Speakers
Lindsay Woodberg · Rochester Community Schools
Kim Mroczek · Rochester Community Schools
This professional learning session is designed for educators and/or administrators who are interested in enhancing their practice and district cohesiveness by collaborating to support math instruction tailored for multilingual learners. As the diverse needs of multilingual learners continue to evolve, collaboration becomes essential in creating a cohesive and inclusive learning environment. This session will highlight one district's journey and the benefits of collaborative practices at the elementary level.
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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Unifying Instructional Experiences for Newcomer Students View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31090 <br/> "Hey Carly, can you give me some alternate activities that my newcomers can do while I teach the rest of the class the science content?" If you've ever been asked a similar question, this session is for YOU. This session centers unifying experiences for whole classes at any grade level that are inclusive (and meaningful) for newcomer students. This session will provide hands-on time to DO the structures together and also equip you with a take-back digital tool bank of resources. Laurel Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Laurel
Unifying Instructional Experiences for Newcomer Students
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Carly Spina · Glenview District 34 (IL)
"Hey Carly, can you give me some alternate activities that my newcomers can do while I teach the rest of the class the science content?" If you've ever been asked a similar question, this session is for YOU. This session centers unifying experiences for whole classes at any grade level that are inclusive (and meaningful) for newcomer students. This session will provide hands-on time to DO the structures together and also equip you with a take-back digital tool bank of resources.
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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Building Stronger Sentences: Engaging Strategies for TeachingReading and Writing at the Sentence Level to Bilingual Learners View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31091 <br/> This session is designed to empower educators with engaging, practical, and research-based strategies for teaching reading and writing at the sentence level, focusing on the needs of bilingual learners. Participants will explore effective scaffolding techniques that enhance bilingual students' comprehension and writing skills, build confidence, and encourage active participation in learning. The session will prioritize strategies that educators can take back to their classrooms and implement ... Oak Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Oak
Building Stronger Sentences: Engaging Strategies for TeachingReading and Writing at the Sentence Level to Bilingual Learners
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Tania Chico · Lincoln Park Public schools
This session is designed to empower educators with engaging, practical, and research-based strategies for teaching reading and writing at the sentence level, focusing on the needs of bilingual learners. Participants will explore effective scaffolding techniques that enhance bilingual students' comprehension and writing skills, build confidence, and encourage active participation in learning. The session will prioritize strategies that educators can take back to their classrooms and implement immediately. By the end of the session, participants will leave equipped with actionable tools, including sentence-level teaching activities, adaptable scaffolding techniques, and a clear plan to apply these strategies in their classrooms.
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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Understanding Mental Health Impact of War Exposure and Migration in Refugee Children, Opportunities, and Challenges of Working with Them View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31093 <br/> This session will explore a variety of English Language programming enhancements that Livonia Public Schools has implemented to move from a designated to integrated support model in support of multilingual learners and their families. Attendees will have access to numerous examples and strategies ready to be implemented in their own contexts. Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs) Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs)
Understanding Mental Health Impact of War Exposure and Migration in Refugee Children, Opportunities, and Challenges of Working with Them
Speaker
Arash Javanbakht, MD · Wayne State University
This session will explore a variety of English Language programming enhancements that Livonia Public Schools has implemented to move from a designated to integrated support model in support of multilingual learners and their families. Attendees will have access to numerous examples and strategies ready to be implemented in their own contexts.
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05/09/25 10:00 AM 05/09/25 11:00 AM America/New_York Transforming Mindsets: Empowering EL Students for WIDA Success with Innovative Strategies, Including AI View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31094 <br/> In this session, we will explore innovative strategies to empower English learners for WIDA success by transforming their mindsets. Participants will engage in practical techniques that promote a positive perception of the WIDA assessment, including goal-setting workshops and culturally responsive practices. We will also discuss the integration of AI tools to provide personalized learning experiences that meet individual needs. Join us to discover how these approaches can enhance motivation, ... Maple Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
10:00 - 11:00 AM Maple
Transforming Mindsets: Empowering EL Students for WIDA Success with Innovative Strategies, Including AI
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Dalia Omar · Farmington Public Schools
In this session, we will explore innovative strategies to empower English learners for WIDA success by transforming their mindsets. Participants will engage in practical techniques that promote a positive perception of the WIDA assessment, including goal-setting workshops and culturally responsive practices. We will also discuss the integration of AI tools to provide personalized learning experiences that meet individual needs. Join us to discover how these approaches can enhance motivation, engagement, and achievement for EL students.
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05/09/25 11:00 AM 05/09/25 11:15 AM America/New_York Dedicated Exhibitor Time View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31096 <br/> Willow Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:00 - 11:15 AM Willow
Dedicated Exhibitor Time
05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York Bridging Special Education and English Language Development: Coordinated Services and Collaborative IEP Development for ELs with Disabilities View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31098 <br/> Developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for English Learners (ELs) with disabilities requires a coordinated effort that bridges special education services and English language development. This session will explore strategies for fostering collaboration among educators to ensure ELs are placed in the appropriate services from both EL and special education programs. Participants will learn how to write language goals for the IEPs that align with the WIDA English language developme... Oak Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Oak
Bridging Special Education and English Language Development: Coordinated Services and Collaborative IEP Development for ELs with Disabilities
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Suzanne Toohey · Oakland Schools Intermediate School District
Developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for English Learners (ELs) with disabilities requires a coordinated effort that bridges special education services and English language development. This session will explore strategies for fostering collaboration among educators to ensure ELs are placed in the appropriate services from both EL and special education programs. Participants will learn how to write language goals for the IEPs that align with the WIDA English language development (ELD) standards, integrate culturally and linguistically responsive practices, and holistically address the academic and language needs of each student. Using tools and recommendations from the Office of English Language Acquisition and the Council of Chief State School Officers, we will provide actionable steps for educators to engage families, collaborate effectively, and ensure comprehensive, coordinated support for English Learners with disabilities.
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05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York Collaboration & Co-Teaching for MLs: Panel Discussion View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31102 <br/> This session will feature a panel of experts & practitioners highlighting collaboration & co-teaching for MLs. Panelists include Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Elise White Diaz, along with Michigan educators in both secondary & elementary roles from West Ottawa Public Schools and Ann Arbor Public Schools who are actively engaging in successful collaboration and co-teaching for MLs. Come to this session to find answers to your burning questions about how to begin or strengthen your journey toward... Aspen Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Aspen
Collaboration & Co-Teaching for MLs: Panel Discussion
Speakers
Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld · Molloy University
Eemma Iseman · West Ottawa Public Schools
Pam Schwallier, Ph.D. · West Ottawa Public Schools
Elise White Diaz · Seidlitz Education
Olivia Jackson · Ann Arbor Public Schools
Amanda Saffian · Ann Arbor Public Schools
Sasha Engelsman · West Ottawa Public Schools
Naomi Sarelis · West Ottawa Public Schools
Sara Schultz · West Ottawa Public Schools
This session will feature a panel of experts & practitioners highlighting collaboration & co-teaching for MLs. Panelists include Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Elise White Diaz, along with Michigan educators in both secondary & elementary roles from West Ottawa Public Schools and Ann Arbor Public Schools who are actively engaging in successful collaboration and co-teaching for MLs. Come to this session to find answers to your burning questions about how to begin or strengthen your journey towards effective collaboration & co-teaching for MLs in any setting!
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05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York Equitable Beginnings: Tackling Barriers in First-Year Dual Language Programs View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31100 <br/> Even though equity for ELs has been the original intent of dual language, barriers to achieving equity exist. This session will present the findings from a qualitative case study evaluation that aimed to identify actions that removed and also added to equity in a first year dual language program. Final analyses indicate that although the scholars created dual language policy demonstrated a purpose of equity, the English-dominant context of the community impeded this purpose; however, element... Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs) Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs)
Equitable Beginnings: Tackling Barriers in First-Year Dual Language Programs
Speaker
Dr. Nicole Leach · Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation
Even though equity for ELs has been the original intent of dual language, barriers to achieving equity exist. This session will present the findings from a qualitative case study evaluation that aimed to identify actions that removed and also added to equity in a first year dual language program. Final analyses indicate that although the scholars created dual language policy demonstrated a purpose of equity, the English-dominant context of the community impeded this purpose; however, elements of equity were also evident during implementation. These findings have implications at both the state and the local levels. At the state level, targeted support for programs planning for dual language to address these potential barriers would be beneficial. At the district level, programs can learn from the barriers in this study and reinforce the created language policy and implementation actions to lead to a more equitable outcome.
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05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York Family Engagement View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31101 <br/> More details coming soon!&nbsp; Maple Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Maple
Family Engagement
Speakers
Jonathan Tobar · Livingston Education Agency
Mariel Castro Valdes · Saline High School
Taña Hermosillo Huyck · Saline High School
Sarah Walsh · Director of School and Community Advocacy
Teresa Forton · Portage Public Schools
More details coming soon! 
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05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York From Overwhelmed to Organized: Transforming Schools to Support Newcomer Multilingual Learners View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31099 <br/> This session tells the story of how Loy Norrix High School responded to a surge of newcomer multilingual learners that overwhelmed traditional structures. Learn how staff adapted resources, developed systemic approaches, and gained buy-in from administrators and counselors to transition from a loose structure to an organized model. Through the use of tools like the Data Roster, staff fostered collaboration, addressed attendance and inclusion, and supported ML students with data-driven decisio... Walnut Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Walnut
From Overwhelmed to Organized: Transforming Schools to Support Newcomer Multilingual Learners
Speakers
Wessam Abdelaziz · Kalamazoo Public Schools
Jennifer Kruger · Kalamazoo Public Schools
This session tells the story of how Loy Norrix High School responded to a surge of newcomer multilingual learners that overwhelmed traditional structures. Learn how staff adapted resources, developed systemic approaches, and gained buy-in from administrators and counselors to transition from a loose structure to an organized model. Through the use of tools like the Data Roster, staff fostered collaboration, addressed attendance and inclusion, and supported ML students with data-driven decisions and an asset-based mindset.
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05/09/25 11:15 AM 05/09/25 12:15 PM America/New_York More Than Scaffolds...Providing the Right Space For Oracy Instruction View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31097 <br/> Language output is never easy for new language learners. When combined with new norms of students not interacting with peers outside of school as much as they did in the past, it can be a struggle for teachers to support students in building oral language for social and academic needs. In the world we are living in, oracy support has to move beyond providing scaffolds. With changes in accessibility to technology, students aren't as willing to speak to people in real life as they have before.... Laurel Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Laurel
More Than Scaffolds...Providing the Right Space For Oracy Instruction
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Sarah Said · Elgin U-46 Dream Academy
Language output is never easy for new language learners. When combined with new norms of students not interacting with peers outside of school as much as they did in the past, it can be a struggle for teachers to support students in building oral language for social and academic needs. In the world we are living in, oracy support has to move beyond providing scaffolds. With changes in accessibility to technology, students aren't as willing to speak to people in real life as they have before. This means we need to work with our students to create a risk-free environment that supports oracy.
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05/09/25 12:15 PM 05/09/25 1:30 PM America/New_York Lunch View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31103 <br/> Various Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
12:15 - 1:30 PM Various
Lunch
05/09/25 12:45 PM 05/09/25 1:15 PM America/New_York Poster Presentations View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31104 <br/> Manor Lobby Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
12:45 - 1:15 PM Manor Lobby
Poster Presentations
05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Language as an Asset: Leadership in Multilingual Schools View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31109 <br/> This session offers practical strategies for leveraging students' home languages. Participants will explore steps to empower educators in creating inclusive classrooms, implement policies that promote multilingualism across school communities, and analyze case studies of successful programs. Gain actionable tools to foster an asset-based approach to language diversity, driving equity and improved outcomes for multilingual learners. Maple Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Maple
Language as an Asset: Leadership in Multilingual Schools
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Huda Harajli · Ann Arbor Public Schools
This session offers practical strategies for leveraging students' home languages. Participants will explore steps to empower educators in creating inclusive classrooms, implement policies that promote multilingualism across school communities, and analyze case studies of successful programs. Gain actionable tools to foster an asset-based approach to language diversity, driving equity and improved outcomes for multilingual learners.
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05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Building an MLL Program in a Low Incidence District View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31108 <br/> Developing programming for low incidence MLL populations presents unique challenges. Most EL PD and teacher training is geared towards high incidence populations. Smaller EL populations have particular programming needs that should be addressed and considered. Often, there are only 1-2 MLL teachers in district, expected to serve all MLL students in the district. To this end, we need all teachers to see themselves as MLL teachers. Our programming needs to support both teachers and students. At... Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs) Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs)
Building an MLL Program in a Low Incidence District
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Diane Nienhuis · Montague Area Public Schools and Muskegon Area ISD
Rachel Zaragoza · Muskegon ISD
Developing programming for low incidence MLL populations presents unique challenges. Most EL PD and teacher training is geared towards high incidence populations. Smaller EL populations have particular programming needs that should be addressed and considered. Often, there are only 1-2 MLL teachers in district, expected to serve all MLL students in the district. To this end, we need all teachers to see themselves as MLL teachers. Our programming needs to support both teachers and students. Attendees will hear how low incidence districts implement and practice their programming. They will hear a variety of models used in West Michigan. In small groups, they will discuss the pros and cons of the programs presented. In a large group, they will share advice and ideas for the attendees to hear and discuss. Attendees will also leave with a list of ideas to share with their content teachers. Ideally, each attendee will leave with 3-5 ideas that they can use in their own programming.
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05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Portraits of Collaboration View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31105 <br/> Teacher collaboration and co-teaching are vastly expanding topics of interest within the ELD and bilingual contexts. Teachers of multilingual learners will explore the topics of teacher collaboration and co-teaching within ESL, ELD, and bilingual classrooms. This training offers highly practical strategies and authentic, successful examples of how to engage in collaborative practices successfully. The overarching theme that runs through this training and the book is the importance of all educ... Laurel Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Laurel
Portraits of Collaboration
Speaker
Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld · Molloy University
Teacher collaboration and co-teaching are vastly expanding topics of interest within the ELD and bilingual contexts. Teachers of multilingual learners will explore the topics of teacher collaboration and co-teaching within ESL, ELD, and bilingual classrooms. This training offers highly practical strategies and authentic, successful examples of how to engage in collaborative practices successfully. The overarching theme that runs through this training and the book is the importance of all educators working together for the sake of their multilingual learners. Such collaborations may take many different shapes and forms and each chapter showcases a unique dimension of teacher collaboration.
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05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Harness the Power of Bilingualism: Helping Newcomers Share Their Stories View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31110 <br/> Recently arrived students at the early stages of language production often face unique challenges as they navigate a new school system, culture, and language. Furthermore, they may bring experiences of hardship and resilience, perhaps from a challenging journey to the United States. Educators play a crucial role in providing a supportive environment to help newcomers share their narratives and find their voices. This practical workshop provides educators with the tools and strategies needed t... Aspen Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Aspen
Harness the Power of Bilingualism: Helping Newcomers Share Their Stories
Speaker
Elise White Diaz · Seidlitz Education
Recently arrived students at the early stages of language production often face unique challenges as they navigate a new school system, culture, and language. Furthermore, they may bring experiences of hardship and resilience, perhaps from a challenging journey to the United States. Educators play a crucial role in providing a supportive environment to help newcomers share their narratives and find their voices. This practical workshop provides educators with the tools and strategies needed to amplify the voices of new arrivals, using a trauma-informed, language-rich approach, building from their heritage language.
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05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Grading's Got Game: Better Grading and Assessment Strategies for Multilingual Learners View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31106 <br/> In this interactive session, participants will explore effective, equitable assessment strategies for multilingual learners that move beyond traditional grading and assessing practices. We will examine the limitations of conventional assessments and learn to implement innovative techniques, including standards-based assessments and "I Can" statements, along with choice boards and project-based learning. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, educators will leave with practical ... Oak Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Oak
Grading's Got Game: Better Grading and Assessment Strategies for Multilingual Learners
Speaker
Dr. Michelle Yzquierdo · Seidlitz Education
In this interactive session, participants will explore effective, equitable assessment strategies for multilingual learners that move beyond traditional grading and assessing practices. We will examine the limitations of conventional assessments and learn to implement innovative techniques, including standards-based assessments and "I Can" statements, along with choice boards and project-based learning. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, educators will leave with practical tools to enhance student understanding and promote success for all learners.
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05/09/25 1:30 PM 05/09/25 2:30 PM America/New_York Immigrant Rights View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31107 <br/> Walnut Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
1:30 - 2:30 PM Walnut
Immigrant Rights
05/09/25 2:30 PM 05/09/25 2:45 PM America/New_York Poster Presentations View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31111 <br/> Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:30 - 2:45 PM
Poster Presentations
05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Championing Change: Equitable EL Funding Solutions for Michigan View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31114 <br/> Would you like to join a movement of advocacy to increase funding for ELs in Michigan schools? Join us as we seek to champion the promise of each EL in Michigan by advocating for an urgent investment in the Section 41 funding formula which will empower schools to provide the educational services and opportunities our students deserve. According to a recent analysis by The Education Trust (2023), Michigan is underfunding ELs by more than $460 million annually. In this session, you will learn a... Walnut Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Walnut
Championing Change: Equitable EL Funding Solutions for Michigan
Speakers
Kelly Alvarez · Michigan Department of Education, Office of Educational Supports - Special Populations Unit
Madeline Mavrogordato · Michigan State University
Pam Schwallier, Ph.D. · West Ottawa Public Schools
Jonathan Tobar · Livingston Education Agency
Suzanne Toohey · Oakland Schools Intermediate School District
Would you like to join a movement of advocacy to increase funding for ELs in Michigan schools? Join us as we seek to champion the promise of each EL in Michigan by advocating for an urgent investment in the Section 41 funding formula which will empower schools to provide the educational services and opportunities our students deserve. According to a recent analysis by The Education Trust (2023), Michigan is underfunding ELs by more than $460 million annually. In this session, you will learn about a statewide collaborative effort which began in 2023, the progress we've made, and the opportunities ahead! 
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05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Featured Presentation by Dr. Dorina Sackman View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31117 <br/> More details coming soon! Aspen Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Aspen
Featured Presentation by Dr. Dorina Sackman
Speaker
Dr. Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa · B.E.L.I.E.V.E.!® LLC
More details coming soon!
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05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Empowering Educator Teams for ML Success: A View From a Summer Program View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31112 <br/> In this session, we will affirm how every educator—whether a teacher, paraeducator, or pre-service intern—can be an effective multilingual (ML) teacher. We will examine a summer school program designed to support both newcomers and experienced multilingual learners in a culturally sustaining and collaborative environment. Through co-planning, co-teaching, and co-reflecting, this program offers a model for educators to integrate hands-on learning experiences, social justice themes and authenti... Laurel Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Laurel
Empowering Educator Teams for ML Success: A View From a Summer Program
Speaker
Puja Mullins · Lincoln Consolidated Schools
In this session, we will affirm how every educator—whether a teacher, paraeducator, or pre-service intern—can be an effective multilingual (ML) teacher. We will examine a summer school program designed to support both newcomers and experienced multilingual learners in a culturally sustaining and collaborative environment. Through co-planning, co-teaching, and co-reflecting, this program offers a model for educators to integrate hands-on learning experiences, social justice themes and authentic performance tasks into their practice. By adopting a project-based approach, the program not only develops students’ academic and linguistic skills but also fosters their voice, identity and agency.

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05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Moving from Service to Support: Enhancing English Language Programming View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31115 <br/> This session will explore a variety of English Language programming enhancements that Livonia Public Schools has implemented to move from a designated to integrated support model in support of multilingual learners and their families. Attendees will have access to numerous examples and strategies ready to be implemented in their own contexts. Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs) Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Mezzanine Ballroom (Upstairs)
Moving from Service to Support: Enhancing English Language Programming
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Amie Van Horn · Livonia Public Schools
This session will explore a variety of English Language programming enhancements that Livonia Public Schools has implemented to move from a designated to integrated support model in support of multilingual learners and their families. Attendees will have access to numerous examples and strategies ready to be implemented in their own contexts.
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05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Partnering for Equity: Continuous Improvement for English Learners View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31116 <br/> This engaging session will equip ELD leaders and educators to advocate for ELs within the district continuous improvement process! Explore the new Oakland Schools guidance with tools. Participants will learn a continuous improvement approach to ELD program evaluation as well as tools to create equitable systems that prioritize ELs. Through real-world scenarios, you will leave empowered to lead change. Let’s rewrite the story of continuous improvement—one where every English Learner thrives! Maple Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Maple
Partnering for Equity: Continuous Improvement for English Learners
Speakers
Christina Kozlowski · Oakland Schools
Christy Osborne · Oakland County School District
This engaging session will equip ELD leaders and educators to advocate for ELs within the district continuous improvement process! Explore the new Oakland Schools guidance with tools. Participants will learn a continuous improvement approach to ELD program evaluation as well as tools to create equitable systems that prioritize ELs. Through real-world scenarios, you will leave empowered to lead change. Let’s rewrite the story of continuous improvement—one where every English Learner thrives!
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05/09/25 2:45 PM 05/09/25 3:45 PM America/New_York Building Bridges: Strategic Professional Development and Tools to Empower Multilingual Education View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31113 <br/> This session explores how strategic professional development, coaching, and data-driven tools like Ellevation can transform support for multilingual learners. Learn how to create a professional development plan that raises awareness, fosters collaboration, and equips educators with practical strategies. Participants will gain access to ready-to-use resources, discover techniques for building relationships and buy-in, and leave prepared to empower every educator to support multilingual learners. Oak Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
2:45 - 3:45 PM Oak
Building Bridges: Strategic Professional Development and Tools to Empower Multilingual Education
Speakers
Wessam Abdelaziz · Kalamazoo Public Schools
Ryan LaBudda
This session explores how strategic professional development, coaching, and data-driven tools like Ellevation can transform support for multilingual learners. Learn how to create a professional development plan that raises awareness, fosters collaboration, and equips educators with practical strategies. Participants will gain access to ready-to-use resources, discover techniques for building relationships and buy-in, and leave prepared to empower every educator to support multilingual learners.
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05/09/25 3:45 PM 05/09/25 4:00 PM America/New_York Cookies to Go! See you in 2026 View session: https://mabemi.connect.space/accounts/events/mabe-2025-every-teacher-an-ml-teacher/agenda/2025-05-09#session_row_31118 <br/> Manor Lobby Every Teacher an ML Teacher jenna.webb@mabemi.net MM/DD/YYYY
3:45 - 4:00 PM Manor Lobby
Cookies to Go! See you in 2026