Oral language learning is essential to vocabulary and academic language development. When ELLs/MLLs have acquired a strong foundation in listening and speaking, meaningful instruction in writing occurs.

Participants in this course will develop an understanding of how to create an equitable learning environment in which children can thrive while developing their social-emotional intelligence/skills/learning. We will explore social-emotional learning through strategies and tools that build an empathetic community of learners. Participants will engage in best practices in SEL for application to classroom practice. Participants will engage in techniques for fostering Social Emotional Learning.

How do we help our students stay organized in a world that is constantly changing, with information overload, new demands, and inconsistent schedules? To meet these expectations and be successful in life, executive functioning is required. Educators will receive an overview of executive functioning abilities during this three-day interactive summer institute. Opportunities will be provided to explore and practice strategies that support the development of executive functions. Participants will establish an action plan for student success by the end of the institute.

How do we help our students stay organized in a world that is constantly changing, with information overload, new demands, and inconsistent schedules? To meet these expectations and be successful in life, executive functioning is required. Educators will receive an overview of executive functioning abilities during this three-day interactive summer institute. Opportunities will be provided to explore and practice strategies that support the development of executive functions. Participants will establish an action plan for student success by the end of the institute.

How do we help our students stay organized in a world that is constantly changing, with information overload, new demands, and inconsistent schedules? To meet these expectations and be successful in life, executive functioning is required. Educators will receive an overview of executive functioning abilities during this three-day interactive summer institute. Opportunities will be provided to explore and practice strategies that support the development of executive functions. Participants will establish an action plan for student success by the end of the institute.

Culturally responsive teaching (CRT) is a research-based approach that makes meaningful connections between what students learn in school and their cultures, languages, and life experiences. In this 6 hr summer institute participants will study the theoretical, methodological and practical approaches to recognizing and celebrating culture within their classrooms. Participants will also develop an understanding of what it means to be a culturally competent educator. The institute will use the following questions to guide our learning: What are the critical elements of culturally responsive education? Why does culture matter in today’s classrooms? How can educators develop a culturally responsive lens to engage and develop relationships with students? What strategies can be used to create a culturally responsive environment?