WABE 2025 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

1:45pm PDT

Characteristics of Successful Dual Language Bilingual Education Programming

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

This interactive session will provide an overview of DLBE programming essentials, as aligned with the Guiding Principles of Dual Language Education, 2018, in order to:
– Develop an understanding of the non-negotiable components of successful DLBE programs
– Understand the research behind effective DLBE programs
-- Engage in discussions around equity-systems and the support needed for program realization and sustainability.

Speakers

Loretta Booker

Project Coordinator, Dual Language Education of New Mexico

Loretta Booker has been a Project Coordinator with Dual Language Education of New Mexico, working with CLAVES® and Dual Language Bilingual Education (DLBE) Program Development since 2023. Before that time, she served within the Santa Fe Public School District for 18 years as a... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
Evergreen B (1st Floor, Olympic Tower)

Breakout Session

Audience Teachers, Administrators, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches
Academic Range K-12

8:00am PDT

Welcoming Newcomers: Thriving in K-12 Schools

Saturday May 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am PDT

Evergreen B (1st Floor, Olympic Tower)

Starting at a new school can be exciting and challenging, especially for newcomers adjusting to a new environment by fostering a sense of safety, belonging, and empowerment. This session is designed to support K-12 students as they navigate their academic and social journey, building meaningful connections and celebrating newcomers' unique identities. We’ll cover essential topics like understanding school expectations, accessing resources, building friendships, parent involvement, and embracing cultural diversity. This session will provide educators with instructional routines and resources to help newcomers feel safe, valued, connected to their school community.

Speakers

Maria Ceja

Director of Multilingual Education, Sunnyside School District

Maria Ceja serves as the Director of the Multilingual Department in the Sunnyside School District. With over 24 years of experience in education, she has dedicated her career to supporting multilingual learners in a variety of instructional settings. Maria taught for 20 years and... Read More →

MEGAN ANDERSON REILLY

TOSA, YAKIMA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Megan Anderson Reilly is a multilingual specialist and a mentor for early career educators for Yakima School District. Megan has extensive teaching experience working with multilingual learners in a variety of instructional contexts. She is an advocate for equitable practices, programs... Read More →

Saturday May 3, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Evergreen B (1st Floor, Olympic Tower)

Breakout Session

Audience Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Para Educators
Academic Range K-12

11:15am PDT

¡Escritores Poderosos! Engaging Every Student in Writing Through Power Writing!

Saturday May 3, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT

Evergreen C (1st Floor, Olympic Tower)

Supercharge your students’ writing with Power Writing: a dynamic 30-minute routine using unconventional prompts to spark creativity and critical thinking. Empower students to explore language, organize ideas, collaborate with others, and see themselves as writers. Foster and facilitate a community of writers at any grade level using Power Writing.

Speakers

Gustavo Macuil

Dual Language Support TOA, Ontario Montclair School District

As a Dual Immersion Site Support and EdTech Teacher on Assignment for Ontario Montclair School District, I am passionate about helping students thrive in multilingual programs such as dual immersion. In my 18 years of teaching, I have learned to foster a love for writing in all students... Read More →

Saturday May 3, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT
Evergreen C (1st Floor, Olympic Tower)

Breakout Session

Audience Teachers, Administrators, Instructional Coaches
Academic Range K-8