All Episodes

Centering indigenous voices in education with Georgina Owen

Sustaining EL success through teacher leaders with Dr. Michelle Benegas

Effective coaching for teachers of English learners with Paula Polk

Student agency through academic languaging with Dr. Margo Gottlieb and Dr. Gisela Ernst-Slavit

Organizing a summer newcomer program with Sarah Whitfield

Creating authentic learning experiences for ELs with Dr. Carol Salva

Igniting real change for English learners with Carly Spina

Celebrating the teaching profession with Alaina Peterson, Sarah Nandi, and Thomas Hekma

Colorado's investment in bilingualism with Alice Collins and Dr. Ester de Jong

Connecting with students from hard places with Elise White Diaz

Content instruction that welcomes multilingual learners with Valentina Gonzalez

How admins can create a culture of collaborative assessment with Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Dr. Margo Gottlieb

S14/E4: Collaborative assessment for multilingual learners and teachers with Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Dr. Margo Gottlieb

S14/E3 Encore Episode: Collaborative support for English Learners with disabilities with Dr. Sara Kangas

S14/E2: Leading for bilingual student success in Eagle Pass with Jaime Gonzalez

S14/E1: Understanding English learner needs through the Critical Data Process with Steve Gill

S13/E10: Building Bridges for Newcomer Families with Amy King and Yvonne Williams

S13/E9: Supporting newcomer students through acculturation with Dr. Marie Heath

S13/E8: Personalizing professional learning with Rocío Figueroa

S13/E7: Reflecting on the journey of IMPACT with Ben McNelly and Steve Sofronas

S13/E6: Understanding the Critical Data Process to support dually identified ELs with Cheyen Herseth

S13 E5: Honoring heritage in the workplace with Yolanda Rios and Roxanne Rodriguez

S13/E4: Embracing the power of Latino leadership with Dr. Juana Bordas

S13/E3: Building relationships to empower youth with Ernesto Mejia

S13/E2: Engaging families in early education with Dr. Rebecca Palacios

S13/E1: Navigating change in an ever-changing world with Steve Sofronas and Sandra Medrano-Arroyo

S12/E9: Addressing the social-emotional needs of migrant and EL students with Dr. Sonia Soltero

S12/E8: Leveraging family advocacy to close learning gaps with Sofía Núñez

S12/E7: Improving outcomes and long-term trajectories for Multilingual Learners with David Nungaray

S12/E6: Teaching academic language at the discourse level with Diane Staehr Fenner and Syndey Snyder

S12/E5: Fostering leadership in EL families with Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch

S12/E4: Harnessing the power of self-reflection to personalize professional growth with Shélynn Riel and Anna Ciriani-Dean

S12/E3: Empowering every educator to be a teacher of language with Dr. Sarah Schmidt de Carranza

S12/E2: Fostering equity through Culturally Responsive Teaching with Dr. Sharroky Hollie

S12/E1: Making connections between languages to boost literacy with Dr. Sandra Mercuri

S11/E10: Season 11 Wrapped

S11/E9: Dual Language programs: Improve quality and ensure equity with Conor Williams

S11/E8: Student perspective for improving school experience for children of immigrants with Falmari Rojas-Barrios.

S11/E7: Independent study for gathering & sharing immigration stories with Dr. Joanna Dreby and Dr. Eric Macias

S11/E6: Combating compassion fatigue: Self-care for educators with Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa

S11/E5: A real conversation about how implicit bias impacts student expectations & potential with Amy King and Yvonne Williams

S11/E4: School-wide systems of improvement for more equitable instruction with Sarah Ottow

S11/E3: Empowering bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural students with NABE TOY Sonia Águila

S11/E2: Creating environments for intrinsic motivation to flourish with Larry Ferlazzo

S11/E1: Learn to discuss, discuss to learn with Dr. Mariana Castro

S10/E10: Innovative Approaches to Newcomer Programs with Kimberly Mitchell

S10/E9: An overview of the history of ELs in education policy with Ellevation co-founder Teddy Rice

S10/E8: The future of AI in K12 Education with Chris Mah

S10/E7: Embracing mathematical mindsets to improve instruction for MLLs with Adrian Mendoza

S10/E6: Tasting history: How sharing a recipe can connect cultures featuring 3 students from Lowell High School

S10/E5: Supporting Long Term English Learners - Start by Changing the Label with Tan Huynh and Beth Skelton

S10/E4: Collaborating with reluctant teachers in support of multilingual learners with Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld and Valentina Gonzalez

S10/E3: Improving processes for giving and receiving feedback with Dr. Esteban Hernandez

S10/E2: How educators can self-direct their professional learning with Carol Salva, Tan Huynh, and Katie Toppel

S10/E1: Nebraska’s 2022 Teacher of the Year is an EL Teacher - We discuss what is working in EL education

S9/E10: 2022 Learnings and 2023 Predictions with Sandra Medrano-Arroyo

S9/E9: Collaborative Support for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities with Dr. Sara Kangas

S9/E8: How to Cultivate a Sense of Belonging for Immigrant-origin Students with Jessica Lander

S9/E7: Giving Teachers What They Need to Support Multilingual Learners with Renae Skarin

S9/E6: Ensuring Refugees and Newcomers Receive the Education They Deserve with Jo Napolitano

S9/E5: Using ESSER Funds to Support Multilingual Learners with Rosario Quiroz Villareal and Cici Matheny

S9/E4: Unpacking the Relationship Between Literacy and Math with Diane Kue

S9/E3: Implementing Sustainable Professional Development with Leticia Trower

S9/Bonus Episode: Meet Yerahm and Bryan, Two Recipients of the 2022 Ellevation Scholarship

S9/E2: Embracing Spanglish as Translanguaging in the Classroom with Alexandra Medrano

S9/E1: Crafting Content, Language, and Culture Learning Targets with Dr. José Medina

S8/E13: Creating Intentional Opportunities to Improve Listening Comprehension with Paul Hernandez and Theresa Blanchard

S8/E12: Providing Equitable Assessments to Identify Gifted English Learners with Dr. Jack Naglieri

S8/E11: Helping Newcomers Cross the Finish Line: Graduation and Beyond with Pamela Broussard

S8/E10: The Role of Teacher Identity in Culturally Responsive Instruction with Tanji Reed Marshall

S8/E9: An Inside Look into the 7 Steps to a Language Rich Classroom with Author John Seidlitz

Bonus Episode: Meet 2021 Ellevation Scholarship Recipient Shreya Rohatgi

S8/E8: Why Decoding Isn’t Enough for Literacy: The Path Toward Comprehension with Dr. Kathy Escamilla and Dr. Sue Hopewell

S8/E7: Student's Perspective: Challenges that US Born Children of Immigrants Face with Rachel Lim, Iliana Perez and Falmari Rojas (Part 2)

S8/E6: Sociologist's Perspective: Challenges that US Born Children of Immigrants Face with Joanna Dreby (Part 1)

S8/E5: Identifying and Supporting Gifted and Talented Multilingual Learners with Marcy Voss

S8/E4: Listening Comprehension, Academic Language, and Culturally Responsive Teaching - How They Fit Together with Monica Brady-Myerov

S8/E3: Using Guided Reading Strategies to Support English Learners with Melanie Sembritski, Wesley Sever and Kelsi Iturralde

S8/E2: Internalizing Academic Vocabulary and Increasing Student Engagement with Natalia Heckman

S8/E1: Advancing Equity in Professional Learning for Educators of Multilingual Learners with Silvia Romero-Johnson and Mariana Castro

Season 8 Preview

S7/E18: The Impact of Teacher Training and Preparation on ML Instruction

S7/E17: High-Quality Dual Language Programs: Recipes for Success with Sandra Medrano-Arroyo (Part 2)

S7/E16: Leveraging School, Family, and Community Partnerships for Student Success with Ellevation Scholarship Winner Sirenia Garcia

S7/E15: How Multilingual Learners Can Excel in STEM Courses with Ellevation Scholarship Winner Jesse Ding

S7/E14: High-Quality Dual Language Programs: Recipes for Success with Sandra Medrano-Arroyo (Part 1)

S7/E13: Collaborating with Content Teachers: Co-planning and Co-teaching Strategies with Tan Huynh

S7E12: Advice for Educators of Multilingual Learners with Ellevation Scholarship Winner Paola Gutierrez

S7/E11: Addressing the Multilingual Teacher Shortage with Amaya Garcia and Alexandra Manuel

S7/E10: Minnesota Teacher of the Year Natalia Benjamin Shares Advice on How to Best Support Multilingual Learners

S7/E9: Creating Systems to Identify and Support Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) Students with Orly Klapholz

S7/E8: How One-to-One Conferences Empower Students to Own Their Learning Progress with Sarah Said

S7/E7: A Case for Changing How We Label “English Learners” with Araceli García

S7/E6: Promoting Collaboration to Better Support ELs in Content Classes with Kent Dwyer and Gina Lappe (Part 2)

S7/E5: Promoting Collaboration to Better Support ELs in Content Classes with Kent Dwyer and Gina Lappe (Part 1)

S7/E4: How to Cultivate Stronger Connections With Families of Multilingual Learners with Rosalie Metro

S7/E3: What to Look for in High-Quality Instructional Materials for Multilingual Learners with Crystal Gonzales

S7/E2: Assessment, Agency, and Equitable Opportunities for Multilingual Learners with Dr. Margo Gottlieb (Part 2)

S7/E1: Assessment, Agency, and Equitable Opportunities for Multilingual Learners with Dr. Margo Gottlieb (Part 1)

Season 7 Trailer

S6/E21: Season Finale - Looking Back and Moving Forward with Steve Sofronas

S6/E20: Supporting Refugee Students and Uplifting Communities with Rebecca Masters

S6/E19: Overcoming Trauma and Finding the Strength and Capability of Newcomers with Dr. José Luis Zelaya

S6/E18: Preserving and Valuing Heritage Languages with Environmental Linguist K. David Harrison (Part 2)

S6/E17: Preserving and Valuing Heritage Languages with Environmental Linguist K. David Harrison (Part 1)

S6/E16: Beyond Cognates: Leveraging Multilingual Capital to Promote a Love of Languages with Dr. Sonia Soltero

S6/E15: Parent-Driven Programs and Empowering EL Families with Francisco Meza and Elba Solis

S6/E14: What English Learners Need To Thrive | A Policy Perspective with Rosario Quiroz Villarreal

S6/E13: Data-Driven Instruction and Building Student Agency with Pam Burgreen

S6/E12: Understanding Lived Experiences and Trauma in the School Setting with Dr. Edith Treviño

S6/E11: Adding Tools to EL Teachers' Toolboxes with Dr. Adrian Johnson

S6/E10: 33 Languages, One Community | Family Engagement and More with Julie Allen

S6/E09: Academic Language Instruction | Everyone is a Math Learner with Kristian Lindsey

S6/E08: Supporting English Learners in Making Adequate Academic Progress with Vicky Saldala

S6/E07: Using Routines to Meet the Urgent Needs of Our Students with Grace Kelemanik and Amy Lucenta: Part 2

S6/E06: Using Routines to Meet the Urgent Needs of Our Students with Grace Kelemanik and Amy Lucenta: Part 1

S6/E05: Promoting Bilingualism While Healing "La Herida Abierta" with Dr. Carolina Lopez

S6/E04: Addressing EL Learning Loss - Why a Cookie Cutter Approach Won't Work

S6/E03: Engaging English Learners in Math Instruction in a Year Like no Other with Steven Mendoza

S6/E02: Simple Tech Strategies Can Be Lifelines for English Learners, with Katie Gardner

S6/E01: The Benefits of Teacher Driven Professional Learning with Betsy Pegler

S5/E28: "A Radical Approach" to Family and Community Engagement with Babatunji Ifarinu and Stephanie Brown-Bryant

S5/E27: A Pathway to Equitable Math Instruction with Rachel Ruffalo, Malane Morales-Van Hecke and José Franco

S5/E26: Encore Episode: Using Project Based Learning Strategies to Reach English Learners with Elizabeth Leone

S5/E25: "In This Together" Panel Discussion

S5/E24: Assessing Student Progress and Differentiating for Success with Vicky Saldala and Melissa Cabrera

S5/E23: Balancing Logistics and Best Practices with Juan Corona, Director of English Learners at Maywood District 89, IL

S5/E22: Reading and Writing with English Learners with Dr. Melinda Miller and Valentina Gonzalez

S5/E21: Encore Episode: Back to Basics Isn't Boring With Jana Echevarria

S5/E20: Addressing Learning Loss with Assessment Data, Teacher Input and Effective Workflows with Rowena Mak

S5/E19: Making Quality Time on Learning Count with Dr. Adrian Johnson

S5/E18: Adapting to Rapidly Evolving Educational Environments with Melissa Cabrera and Vicky Saldala

S5/E17: Lesson Planning to Promote Social Justice and Dismantle Systems of Oppression with Dr. José Medina

S5/E16: A Team Approach to Equitable EL Instruction with Juan Corona and Maribel Taboada

S5/E15: Relationship Building and EL Instruction: We Can Do Both, with Lynmara Colón

S5/E14: Encore Episode: Co-planning, Co-teaching and Collaboration for EL Instruction with Andrea Honigsfeld and Maria G. Dove

S5/E13: English Learners and STEM in Remote and Hybrid Learning Environments with Dr. Stephen Fleenor

S5/E12: Managing Implicit Bias in EL Education with Megan Fuciarelli

S5/E11: The Power of Perseverance with Vicky Saldala of Broward County, FL

S5/E10: "All Hands on Deck" with Juan Corona and Maribel Taboada of Maywood, IL

S5/E09: "We Want to See Our Kids" with Lynmara Colón, Director of EL Programs and Services, Prince Willam County, VA

S5/E08: Setting and Tracking Goals for English Learners in a Remote Environment with Carolyn Grenz

S5/E07: Diversity Conquers Adversity with Dr. Adrian Johnson, Superintendent of Hearne ISD, TX

S5/E06: Making Remote and Hybrid Environments Work For English Learners with Dr. Karen Gregory and Dr. Gretchen Oliver

S5/E05: The Affordances of Remote Learning with Rowena Mak, EL District Coordinator at Saddleback Valley USD, CA

S5/E04: The Diverse Spectrum of English Learners with Broward County Director of Bilingual/ESOL Vicky Saldala

S5/E03: Everyone Gets a Seat at the Table with Lynmara Colón, Director of EL Programs and Services, Prince William County, VA

S5/E02: Start Strong, Finish Stronger with Dr. Adrian Johnson, Superintendent of Hearne ISD, TX

S5/E01: Planning for Three Scenarios with ELL Director Juan Corona and Assistant Superintendent Maribel Taboada

S4/E36: Special Encore Episode: Online Learning for English Learners with Dr. Gretchen Oliver and Dr. Karen Gregory

S4/E35: Rethinking Conferences and Hierarchical Professional Development with Rebecca Raab

S4/E34: Beyond Compliance: How Streamlining Workflows Helps Teachers Spend More Time With Students, with Thomas Johnson

S4/E33: Asset Based Learning Through a Pandemic: A Student's Perspective with Ellevation Scholarship Winner Isabella De Souza

S4/E32: Reimagining EL Education: Professional Learning for Teachers of ELs in a New Educational Landscape with Christina Lo

S4/E31: Reimagining EL Education: Leveraging Our Shared Experiences to Improve the Future of EL Education with Laura Grisso

S4/E30: Reimagining EL Education: Professional Learning and Family Engagement to Support the Whole Child with Lynmara Colón

S4/E29: Reimagining EL Education Series: Sarah Ottow on Mindset, Quality vs. Quantity, Backward Design, and More

S4/E28: Reimagining EL Education Series: Conor Williams on the Power of a True Whole Child Approach and More

S4/E27: Reimagining EL Education Series: Lori Villanueva - Superintendent of Coalinga-Huron Unified School District, CA

S4/E26: The Value of Transparency, Trust, and Community During the Pandemic and Beyond with Daniela Anello

S4/E25: Connecting with English Learners Visually and Synchronously with EL Specialist Teri Fisch

S4/E24: A Two Tier Approach to Distance Learning with Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Ruben Diaz

S4/E23: Interactive Conversations for ELs in Distance Learning Environments and More with Sara Hamerla

S4/E22: Distance Learning for English Learners in Rural Districts with Richele Dunavent

S4/E21: Engaging English Learners with Comprehension Activities at Home with Hugo Cancel

S4/E20: Supporting Multilingual Learners in Bilingual Content Classes with Juan Arroyo

S4/E19: Sharing Resources While Adapting to Changes with Valentina Gonzalez

S4/E18: Providing Newcomers with Equitable Access to Services During School Closures with Elizabeth Leone

S4/E17: VirtuEL and Other Flexible Professional Learning Opportunities for EL Educators with Carol Salva and Tan Huynh

S4/E16: Adapting to Changing Learning Environments with Ellevation Cofounders Jordan Meranus and Teddy Rice

S4/E15: Providing Equitable Support to ELs and Families During School Closures with Katie Frances

S4/E14: Supporting ELs and Families Through School Closures in Rural Communities with Kelly Aldinger

S4/E13: Actionable Tips on Supporting Teachers and Students Through School Closures with Dr. Yolanda Rios and Gretta Rogne

S4/E12: Lessons on Remote Learning From Colleagues Abroad with Tan Huynh

S4/E11: Online Instruction Tips for ELs and More with Vanessa Colón

S4/E10: "Look for the Helpers" with Andrea Barnett and Laurie Johnson from Springdale Public Schools, AR

S4/E9: Reading Refuges - Curating Culturally Relevant Books for English Learners and Their Families with Hermenegildo Paulo

S4/E8: Educator of the Month Series with Dr. Geniene Delahunty of Boone County Schools, KY

S4/E7: "Enrique's Journey", Immigration, Education and More with Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist Sonia Nazario

S4/E6: What is Working in Multilingual Education with Dr. Margarita Calderón: Part 2

S4/E5: What Is Working in Multilingual Education with Dr. Margarita Calderón: Part 1

S4/E4: Fostering Academic Conversations in Linguistically Diverse Classes with Jeff Zwiers

S4/E3: Routines for Reasoning: English Learners and Math with Grace Kelemanik and Amy Lucenta (Part 2 of 2)

S4/E2: Routines for Reasoning - English Learners and Math with Grace Kelemanik and Amy Lucenta (Part 1 of 2)

S4/E1: Making an Impact on English learners with Ellevation Co-founders Jordan Meranus and Teddy Rice

Season 4 Trailer

S3/E21: Advice for EL Students, Teachers, and More with Take the Pledge Scholarship Winner Paola Martinez

S3/E20: The Power and Beauty of Pronouncing Students' Names Correctly with N'Jameh Camara

S3/E19: Dyslexia and English Learners with Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley

S3/E18: The Evolving Role of EL Teachers with Michelle Benegas

S3/E17: Educational Equity for Multilingual Learners with Dr. Yue Vang of St. Paul Schools

S3/E16: The Collective Responsibility of Educating English Learners with Kristina Robertson of Roseville Public Schools

S3/E15: New Approaches to Family Engagement with Laura Gardner

S3/E14: Key ESSA Updates with David Holbrook

S3/E13: Understanding the Civil Rights of English Learners with Dr. Ayanna Cooper

S3/E10: A Conceptual Framework for EL Program Management and Instruction with Adam Howard

S3/E9: Profiling the English Learner Experience with Take the Pledge Scholarship Winner Camila Garcia.

S3/E8: Examining Teacher Assessments as Barriers for EL Educators with Dr. Emery Petchauer

S3/E7: Preparing Teachers to Work With Multilingual Learners With Sera Hernandez, Part 2

S3/E06: Preparing Teachers to Work With Multilingual Learners with Dr. Sera Hernandez

S3/E05: English Learners and Advanced STEM Courses with Dr. Stephen Fleenor

S3/E04: Run Schools Like Disney: Equitable Educational Opportunities for All Students with Lynmara Colón

S3/E03: EL Shadowing as a Catalyst for Change with Dr. Ivannia Soto

S3/E02: From Cuba to Dartmouth (via Miami) with Ellevation Scholarship Winner Melany Quintero

S3/E01: Using QSSSA to Enhance Classroom Conversations with John Seidlitz

Season 3 Trailer

S2/E20: Collaborating with Content Teachers: Co-Planning and Co-Teaching with Tan Huynh

S2/E19: Grow Your Own Programs for Bilingual Teachers with Amaya Garcia and Alexandra Manuel

S2/E18: The Impact of Principals on EL Programs With Professors Madeline Mavrogordato and Rachel White

S2/E17: The Seal of Biliteracy in Washington State - Equity, Access, and Implementation with Angela Davila and Patty Finnegan

S2/E16: Collaboration Between EL and Foreign Language (LOTE) Teachers With Anna Matis (Part 2)

S2/E15: Collaboration Between EL and Foreign Language (LOTE) Teachers With Anna Matis (Part 1)

S2/E14: Eddie Williams and The Newcomers: Profile of an EL Teacher (Part 2)

S2/E13: Eddie Williams and The Newcomers: Profile of an EL Teacher (Part 1 of 2)

S2/E12: Reading and Writing, Motivation, Family Engagement and More with Larry Ferlazzo

S2/E11: Deeper Learning for All: A Leadership Perspective with Dr. Carmen Coleman

S2/E10: The Workshop Model for Reading and Writing with Valentina Gonzalez

S2/E9: The Latest on Dual Language Programs with Conor Williams

S2/E8: District Teams For Effective Family Engagement With Cabarrus County, NC

S2/E6: Seal of Biliteracy: Past, Present, and Future With Martha Hernandez (Part 2)

S2/E5: The Seal of Biliteracy: Past, Present, and Future

S2/E4: Understanding Interpreting in Schools and Community Institutions With Michelle Gallagher

S2/E3: Leadership to Support Equity and Advocacy for All Students - Dr. Terri Bresnahan

S2/E2: Building Relationships With Immigrant Communities Through Local Cultural Immersion with Laura Gardner

S2/E1: Meaningful Academic Conversations With Jeff Zwiers

Season 1 Finale: Reflecting and Looking Ahead

S1/E28: School Spotlight: How Nebraska's Lincoln HS Supports Linguistic and Cultural Diversity

S1/E27: Family Engagement Strategies That Work: Home Visits, Site Visits, and More with Jamie Combs

S1/E26: EL Student Spotlight: A Conversation With Take the Pledge Scholarship Winner Maria Perez

S1/E25: Sharing Cultural Information With Content Teachers of ELs With Katie Frances

S1/E24: Innovative Professional Learning Model for EL Educators with Kristina Soprano

S1/BONUS: Dispatches from the WIDA Conference: Recorded in Detroit

S1/E17: Homes: A Refugee Story - with Abu Bark al Rabeeah

Homes: A Refugee Story - Author and ESL Teacher Winnie Yeung

S1/E22: Music, Technology, and ELLs with Sarah Minette

S1/E21: Empowering Refugees and Newcomers - Refuge Coffee

S1/E20: ELLs with Disabilities - Dr. Sara Kangas

S1/E19: Author Helen Thorpe Discusses Her New Book - The Newcomers

S1/E18: Preparing ELL Teachers to be Teacher Leaders

S1/E14: EL Students Create Their Own Podcast with James Housworth

S1/E13: ESSA's Impact on ELL Programs - David Holbrook of TransACT

S1/E15: Using Technology to Engage EL Families with Heejae Lim

S1/BONUS: What the Heck is a "Hackathon" with Eric Wong

S1/E12: Canadian Perspective on ELLs with Paula Markus

S1/E11: ELL Teacher Leadership with Dr. Russell and Dr. Von Esch

S1/E10: Project Based Learning and Newcomers with Donna Neary

S1/E7: School Leadership Profile: Building Exelencia Academy - Ruben Alonzo

S1/E6: Cultural Responsiveness with Sarah Said

S1/E9: Professional Learning and Much More with Emily Francis

S1/E8: SIFE Students and Rigor with Carol Salva

S1/E5: Community Engagement with Anna Leversee of Enroot Education

S1/E3: Family Engagement With Stephany Cuevas of Harvard Graduate School of Education

S1/E2: Cooking up Family & Community Engagement for ELLs

S1/E4: Exemplary Dual Language Programs - DC Bilingual

S1/E1: Talking Dual Language with Dr. Conor Williams