Getting “All Shook Up” at AMTESOL! Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT Ann Marie Batista Maria Franco Alabama State Department of Education EL_is_Lit_spenton @MA_elcoach

We have to make content accessible to our ELs ❤️ Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT Ann Marie Batista Maria Franco

How a 1974 U.S. Supreme Court Case Still Influences English-Learner Education edweek.org/teaching-learn…

Last night was a joyous night! I got to celebrate my best friends as an elementary school was dedicated in their names! I am beyond excited that their names are forever written into Katy’s history. & It was a special honor to speak on their behalf at the dedication. ♥️ Faldyn

I love learning and collaborating w/Region 2 leaders! Thank you ⁦⁦EL_is_Lit_rstutts⁩ for providing our PD snapshot during our RCL today! ⁦Athens State RIC⁩ ⁦Alabama State Department of Education⁩ ⁦AlabamaMTSS⁩

Multilingual learners flourish when instruction is deliberately infused with language. When every lesson in each content area provides opportunities for students to listen, speak, read, write, and interact, students have greater chances of becoming successful linguistically and

Cullman City schools celebrated three students with the AL Seal of Biliteracy, this recognition highlights the importance of cultural diversity and encourages students to take pride in their unique heritage. ¡Ser bilingue is a valuable asset! I

Dream team in action!

Last night in Fort Payne was absolutely incredible. The celebration of the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy recipients and their pride was a sight to behold. Their beaming smiles spoke volumes about their joy and accomplishment. ¡Enhorabuena! This superpower is your ¡para siempre!

Great day of training with my new ALSDE English Learners friend Maria Franco. DLeNM AMSTI AMSTI Athens State Alabama State Department of Education

We are not teaching 🔑 words to our EL but “words in context” that are needed to understand the problem. DLeNM ALSDE English Learners AMSTI AMSTI Athens State Alabama State Department of Education #EveryChildEveryChsnceEveryday

Such a wonderful learning experience with Beth Skelton on coaching in the world of ESL @easkelton Maria Franco Alabama State Department of Education Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT ALSDE English Learners

ELLevation training at Lakewood Elementary in Huntsville! Awesome day!! Ann Marie Batista Stephanie Reynolds Maria Franco Alabama State Department of Education Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT

It’s so much FUN doing EL/Math with Jessica! 🤩

The Excel Center had the pleasure of visiting with the leadership of Jackson, MS schools today. We enjoyed collaborating and learning from one another as we strive to find the best strategies and resources to help our ELL students find success. Jackson Public Schools Decatur City Schools

Love the learning! Jessica you’re awesome! Maria Franco Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT Ann Marie Batista

I love how my AMSTI colleague is embracing ways to help ELs! You ROCK! Maria Franco Ann Marie Batista Dr. Melissa Shields, NBCT

UDL & MLs 💥

Way to go P and students! WIDA™ Maria Franco EL_is_Lit_rstutts

If your role is in ESL, ESOL, or bilingual education, you might have experienced moments when it felt like your work was undervalued. Let’s be real, certain policies and practices can send unintended messages: •Being placed in undesirable locations like hallways or closets to