"Think about chess for a minute. Imagine you walk into a chess club at a school. Who do you expect to see there? Be honest. White kids? Asian kids? At-risk Latino kids? Well, I have a question for you. For all of us actually. Why not at-risk Latino kids?" ow.ly/2tEz30m2mFk

Reading skills in all subject areas is vital for student success-you don’t have to be an ELA teacher to help Ss with their literacy goals...Cortez Corner Luis Carrillo #cnusdfutureready Thanks edutopia for the insightful article!

Why CEOs are learning world languages: As the business world breaks down global barriers, leaders need to build up language skills. #SealofBIliteracy for CEOs? ow.ly/IW4J30mb1dD

Foreign language skills pay off. ow.ly/MLOd30mh1fX

IB World Language training facilitated by Elyse Seitz #The Rockville Way

Know your WHY.

New research finds that spending a few minutes greeting students at your door can increase engagement and reduce disruptive behavior.

Confidence improves your skill in speaking a foreign language. It is very common to be afraid of making a mistake when learning a foreign language; however, making mistakes is a part of learning. bit.ly/2EwQXUJ

For the majority of occupations, speaking foreign languages makes you more marketable and valuable to any company. Teaching foreign languages to kids can set them up for a lifetime of success. bit.ly/2AsG02H

Research at the Boston International School notes that “Students who learn a second language score higher on mathematics and logic tests, are more proficient with problem-solving activities and demonstrate more intellectual flexibility.” bit.ly/2JtejJJ

Rockville IB Program hosted a visit from the IB America Office. Thank you Ms.Seitz , Ms. James and Ms. Byrne for sharing your program of studies with our guests. #The Rockville Way

Rockville High School seniors getting ready to earn the Seal of Biliteracy #TheRockvilleWay

Learning another language gives you several cognitive advantages, including the ability to multitask, improved decision-making skills, and more! bit.ly/2Q8Oswl

"I have become more convinced than ever that nothing teaches us about the world and how to think more effectively better than learning new languages." bit.ly/2BxIgG6

Check out this TED Talk we found on why people should learn a new language! bit.ly/2rIHmkn

“Achieving bilingualism and proficiency in a second language—be it English or another world language—is important for everyone, but especially for 21st-century students.” bit.ly/2sgdrk6

Do you ever feel stuck in a rut while planning your language classes? edut.to/2rYDU5t

How ASL Is Conquering The Ivy League. ow.ly/JOnj30nuill