You *can* finish each class as strongly as you started it. Try optimistic closures, which allow students to connect, reflect, and look forward as you wrap for the day. 💫

📚 Embracing new beginnings: ELL newcomers' first day! 🌟 Read entertaining, emotional, and educational experiences from an ELL teacher. Let's unite to support these students on their journey! 💪 bit.ly/3ObRMD4 #Education #Newcomers #ELL #MLL #EdTech #EdChat

District wide professional learning day! It is wonderful to see our secondary ESOL teachers excited about learning hands on strategies to teach our ELLs effectively. MDCPS Bilingual Dept ESOL teachers are ready to rock 2023-2024 school year! Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D.

🎣 Diving into dynamic instruction, as we empower teachers to explore the secrets of engaging ELLs through captivating PowerPoints. Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Lourdes Diaz Div of Academics

When you visit the place that made you happy for several years and reunite with your friends! Teaching is the best feeling ever! Westland Hialeah #wildcats #ESOLTeachers

Two days of successful professional learning. MDCPS Bilingual Dept secondary ESOL teachers are excited about using new supplemental instructional materials to teach newly arrived ELLs. Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

Content area teachers of ELLs showed their appreciation for learning ESOL strategies and digital tools to teach our ELLs effectively. It takes a village! Thank you Ellevation Education for an excellent session. Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz

B.E.S.T Writing for ELLs professional learning session was inspiring, eye-opener, empowering. Teachers’ feedback was great! ELLs can do this! We are the wings beneath their wings! MDCPS Bilingual Dept Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz

Reflecting on challenges and solutions for effective DI framework implementation in the LA/English through ESOL classroom 📚Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Lourdes Diaz Div of Academics Cecilia C Monteagudo

Discover the power of language for your child's future at the Parent Choice Expo! 🌍 Miami Dade College Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Lourdes Diaz Div of Academics #yourbestchoiceMDCPS

Today, Miami-Dade Schools kicks off the 2024 Synergy_MDCPS yearly sessions for strategic planning for school leadership. This year’s keynote: “Re-Imagining with Vision” challenges our District to seek ways to improve, innovate, and inspire. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS @lcselementary @mdcpssouth

Great Synergy2024 opening day.MDCPS Bilingual Dept trains Principals on ESOL Compliance: the backbone of ELLs academic success Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Lourdes Diaz Lisette Alves

During today’s Synergy event, school leaders & educators came together to continue to develop their professional growth & share best practices to drive positive student outcomes. Collectively, we can continue to provide our students with a world of opportunities. #synergy

Our Eagles arrived to Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL as part of their Close-Up Rally to Tally experience! Miami-Dade Schools Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Danny Espino Central Region MsSwain_CRO MDCPS Bilingual Dept MDCPS World Languages

Close Up Tally Youth Summit 2025 has started! MDCPS_BilingualK12 ELLs and their teachers are excited to embark on this amazing experience Div of Academics Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Lourdes Diaz Close Up Washington

Touring Florida universities, connecting with peers, expanding their horizons, Miami-Dade Schools middle school ELLs make their way to Tallahassee in this incredible learning adventure Close Up Washington MDCPS_BilingualK12 Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz

Our Miami-Dade Schools middle school ELLs learning experience continues as they say present at the Florida Capitol, Senate, and Supreme Court. Close Up Washington What a wonderful trip! MDCPS_BilingualK12 Div of Academics Capital Weather Gang Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D.

ELLs and teachers from Miami-Dade Schools spread their enthusiasm and passion for learning from Miami to Tally! Div of Academics Lourdes Diaz Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. MDCPS_BilingualK12 Close Up Washington #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

Meet the heroes behind the scenes! Teachers of ELLs are rock stars!! Hialeah Middle Bowman Ashe/Doolin K8 Palm Springs Middle Devon Aire K-8 West Miami Middle Bob Graham Education Center @CCMSHurricanes HialeahGardensMiddle Lamar Louise Curry MBNMSSharks Miami Springs Middle School Rockway MS Rubén Darío Middle School JMC Middle Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D.

Today we had a breakfast, debrief session, & awarded students a certificate of completion for the Close Up Rally to Tally Program! Shout out to Ms. Cancio for sponsoring this experience! Miami-Dade Schools Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. Danny Espino Central Region MsSwain_CRO MDCPS World Languages @MDCPSBilingual