WABE 2025 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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1:45pm PDT

Family Engagement: More than Just a Cultural Potluck

Friday May 2, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT

Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

Family engagement in schools often feels overwhelming and superficial, leading to one-time events without lasting relationships. We advocate for a strengths-based approach, fostering long-term connections through a school-wide philosophy that listens to and builds relationships with families. Participants will share culturally responsive strategies, problem-solve, and leave with actionable strategies.

Speakers

Brittani Brown

MS Resource Teacher, Lake Washington School District

Jessie Rhee

MS Resource Teacher, Lake Washington School District

Kristen Tollefsen

Associate Principal, Rose Hill Middle School/LWSD

Danielle MacDonald

Counselor, Rose Hill Middle School

Friday May 2, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

Breakout Session

Audience Teachers, Administrators
Academic Range Secondary (6-12)

3:00pm PDT

Sponsored Session - Right From the Start: Oracy, Writing, and Knowledge Building for Multilingual Learner Success

Friday May 2, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

This session explores the powerful connection between oracy, writing, and knowledge building in fostering the academic success of multilingual learners. Learn how to create classroom environments where students confidently articulate their ideas, engage in purposeful discussions, and transform their thoughts into well-structured writing.
Participants will leave equipped with practical approaches and plans to empower multilingual learners through cohesive and effective instruction.

Speakers

Amelia Larson

Chief Academic Officer, SUMMIT K-13

I currently serve as the Chief Academic Officer at Summit K-12. I am a dedicated educator with a reputation for promoting equitable outcomes and instigating transformative change within the K-12 education sector. Throughout my career, I have been unwavering in my commitment to translating... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

4:15pm PDT

Teaching with Hope in mind to Latino communities, how to stay motivated, relevant and happy.

Friday May 2, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT

Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

Many teachers feel discouraged by their efforts with Latino communities in the U.S. My goal is to share my experiences to help educators understand the complexities of Latino students and inspire them to reconnect with their passion for supporting our multilingual learners so both can thrive in their classrooms.

Speakers

Alejandro Gutierrez Camacho

Multilingual Teacher, Rochester School District

My name is Alejandro Gutierrez Camacho. I have a Bachelor's in Administration from Mexico City, a bachelor's in teaching, and a Master's in English Language Learning from the United States. Currently, I am a Multilingual Teacher at Rochester School District. I have worked in the school... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
Cedar Ballroom (2nd Floor, Olympic Tower)

Breakout Session

Audience Teachers
Academic Range K-8