Events

Family Liaison and Paraeducator Institute: October 27, 2025 | (and add the flyer to the side as the visual)
Paraeducator Institute 2025
This institute is all about supporting the people who are often the first and most trusted connection for families in our schools. Together, we’ll share practical tools, real-world strategies, and cultural knowledge to help you engage multilingual families and have holistic student success. Through interactive, hands-on workshops, we’ll explore how to build strong partnerships between home and school, communicate across languages and cultures, and advocate for students from historically marginalized communities. You’ll leave feeling confident, connected, and ready to support every family and student to feel welcomed, informed, and empowered.
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Puebla Institute: Coming June 2026!
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The Puebla Institute is a one-of-a-kind learning experience where you step out of your daily routine and into the vibrant culture of Puebla, Mexico. You’ll explore the history, language, and schools of the region, connecting directly with educators and communities while building understanding, growing your teaching practice, and seeing firsthand the rich strengths multilingual learners and their families bring to our schools. You’ll return with fresh ideas, deeper cultural awareness, and meaningful connections that stay with you.
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Teacher Institute: Coming July 2026!
The Teacher Institute is designed for educators who want to grow their skills and confidence in supporting multilingual learners. Together, we dig into strategies that work, from lesson planning to assessment to building inclusive, affirming classrooms. You’ll learn from experts, collaborate with other educators, and try out new approaches in a supportive, hands-on environment. By the end, you’ll have practical tools, renewed energy, and a deeper understanding of how to help every multilingual learner thrive,Ìý academically, socially, and emotionally.

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Check out other events happening soon!

Book Signing on September 13thÌýand the Foster Elementary Dual Language Conference
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. This engaging series brings together a star-studded lineup of national and Colorado-based researchers and practitioners who are leading the field with practical, student-centered approaches.Ìý
  • -Mark your calendars! Sessions run from 8:30–9:30 AM on these dates:ÌýÌýAug 21, Sept 4, Sept 25, Oct 22, Oct 30, Nov 20, and Dec 11 (2025), and Feb 19, Mar 5 (2026).Ìý
  • -For each webinar,Ìýattendees will receive one hour of Special Education recertification credit, which satisfies part of the new renewal requirements under Colorado HB 21-1104.Ìý
  • -Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!ÌýRegistration will close two weeks prior to each webinar to ensure accessibility for all.
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