Let’s consider how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework intersects with serving multilingual learners. #UDL (CAST, 2016) is a powerful instructional framework commonly used in special education to design equitable learning environments for ALL learners. 3 core principles guide the planning process & lesson delivery: 1. ENGAGE 2. REPRESENT 3. EXPRESS UDL can support & benefit MLs because it pushes us to become intentional about providing choice, connecting with students backgrounds and prior knowledge or experiences, forming goals, embedding multimodal forms of representation & increasing ways learners respond. Let’s design instruction that is equitable & accessible to all learners. #teachingideas #teachingresources #teachingkids #multilingualkids #bilinguismo #bilingualchildren #universaldesign

Teachers, you hold the power to unlock the full potential of multilingual learners! 🔓 Embrace their unique backgrounds, value their diverse perspectives, & empower them to thrive. Together, let's create a world where every student can reach for the stars. 🌟 #MultilingualLearners #TeachersInspire

#TeacherLeaders change the world. (Wisdom via educator @blperry3)

"How to Lead With Positivity: When administrators maintain a sense of optimism, their teams act with more confidence and collaborate more effectively." (Ideas via leader @MatthewXJoseph)

Goody bags for Intro to RJ at 'White Oak on the Weekend' this Saturday! Each family will receive a talking piece, stress ball, mindfulness task card and restorative question card! We are so excited to share all of the awesome RJ work happening at WOMS! @WOMSPrincipal

On November 1, 1864, Maryland’s enslaved residents were declared free. Today, on Maryland Emancipation Day, we celebrate our commitment to freedom and acknowledge how far we have come as a state and nation as we recommit ourselves to the continuing fight for freedom.

When a child enters school, what is their street-level experience? - What’s on the walls? - How clean and organized is the space? - Who greets you when you arrive? - How are you greeted? (language, nonverbal cues, words) - How clear is signage? - Do you feel seen, loved, valued?

If you show frustration or anger through: sighing, giving the silent treatment, or making sarcastic comments—this is a passive aggressive communication style. You might say “I’m fine” when asked if you’re upset. Here’s why 🧵:

Sharing this great resource from the Restorative Justice coaches at Greencastle ES. @GreencastleES drive.google.com/file/d/1dF1…

🎤 🎤 #MLLs #EML

So proud to be among the Latina Administrators in MCPS @WatkinsMillESAP

Starting the year with a fun bulletin board for my ELs!

- 50% of my time is co-teaching - 25% of my time is co-planning -25% of my time is teaching my own classes My priority in creating this schedule is CO-PLANNING as it has the greatest impact on all students.

Proud to be highlighted on this weeks episode! @tgtrpodcast ************* Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2QC…

Be the marigold!!

So excited and proud to be serving Stonegate!

MCPS is hiring! If you know an individual who would be a great fit for our students and schools, encourage them to visit MCPSCareers.org and apply. We offer exciting careers working for one of the highest-performing school systems in the nation!

All students, regardless of their current level of the English language, should be offered an ambitious curriculum and learn in purposeful, context rich situations. #multilingual #EAL #equity #LanguageLearning #MLs

#MedinaMondayMessage: 2 Back-to-School Tips! #1 - Let’s set up spaces for anchor charts that are co-created with students! #2 - If it’s not co-created with students, it’s not an anchor chart! It’s a poster!#C6BiliteracyFramework