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Wednesday, August 13
 

10:15am EDT

Exploring the Sociocultural Backgrounds of Immigrant and Refugee Students
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Students in NNPS represent a broad array of sociocultural backgrounds. This session will engage participants in an exploration of specific examples of our refugee and immigrant students' stories. Information, considerations, and strategies shared in this session will support participants in building empathy for students and planning for engaging with students and families in the coming school year.
Speakers
avatar for Fatima Snowden

Fatima Snowden

ESL Teacher, Newport News Public Schools
avatar for Elizabeth August

Elizabeth August

ESL teacher, Newport News Public Schools
avatar for Shana Hollis

Shana Hollis

ESL Instructional Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
C147

12:45pm EDT

Communicating with Equity in Mind
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
Have you wondered how to communicate with families if you don't speak their language? It's normal to be nervous! In this session, we will go over WHY it it essential to equitably communicate with ALL members of our NNPS community. We will break down best practices for communicating with the help of an interpreter. We will go over resources available to you to facilitate communication throughout the year. You will see how doable it is and leave feeling empowered to reach out to families! Participants will need a cell phone for this session.
Speakers
avatar for Shana Hollis

Shana Hollis

ESL Instructional Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
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Carmen Garcia

ESL Communication Liaison, Newport News Public Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
C147

2:00pm EDT

Unlocking Academic Language for ALL: Practical Differentiation with ELLevation
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Discover how ELLevation can help you adapt and differentiate instruction to support English Language Learners (ELLs)—and all Academic Language Learners (ALLs). This session highlights the importance of language in accessing rigorous content and shows how ELLevation connects directly to your High Quality Instructional Materials. Walk away with practical, ready-to-use strategies that build language routines and student confidence without adding to your workload. Whether you're brand new to ELLevation or looking to deepen your use, you'll leave with tools and inspiration to unlock learning for all.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Olsen

Sarah Olsen

DLI Instructional Coach, Newport News Public Schools
avatar for Shana Hollis

Shana Hollis

ESL Instructional Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
C147
 
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