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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T080000
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SUMMARY:Intro to the MLRC School Network Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Multilingual Learning Research Center (MLRC) School Network. This webinar is for educators and administrators at independent and international schools who want to learn more about joining the MLRC School Network\, or for new members who want to get the most out of their membership. \nRegister \n8:00-9:00am Central Daylight Time (GMT -5)
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/intro-to-the-mlrc-school-network-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20250812T205611Z
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SUMMARY:MLRC Speaker Series: Elenita Irizarry-Ramos
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Irizarry-Ramos will share findings from a mixed-methods study examining how Massachusetts supports sustainable\, high-quality dual language bilingual education through data-informed policy and technical assistance. Integrating quantitative and qualitative data\, her research examines program characteristics\, implementation barriers\, and policy needs—insights that have directly informed new state guidance for fostering equitable DLBE programs. Register in advance.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/speaker-series-irizarry-ramos/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T140000
DTSTAMP:20250916T185312Z
CREATED:20250911T204747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T185312Z
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SUMMARY:MLRC Speaker Series: Andrea L. Ochoa
DESCRIPTION:Andrea L. Ochoa\, Ph.D.\, examined interview data collected from school principals across California during the 2022–23 academic year. Using a modified social justice policy implementation framework\, her analysis revealed themes related to principals’ depth of understanding regarding their staff and community\, how their school policies address or neglect the needs of multilingual learners\, and the extent to which school leaders’ beliefs and perceptions inform practical decision making. This talk will elucidate how the principals’ understanding of the needs and characteristics of a school community informs their policy and program decisions.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/mlrc-speaker-series-andrea-l-ochoa/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260113T225943Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Janette Avelar
DESCRIPTION:On February 5th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM US Central Time\, Janette Avelar will present “Who is Seen as Gifted? Intersectional Patterns in Multilingual Learners’ Identification and Educational Opportunities.” This presentation will examine which multilingual learners are identified for Talented and Gifted programs and how access to advanced coursework varies after identification. Using statewide longitudinal data from Oregon and a multilevel\, intersectional analytic approach\, the study documents uneven patterns of course access among multilingual learners labeled as gifted. \nPlease register in advance.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/speaker-series-janette-avelar/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T140000
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:On March 5th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM US Central Time\, Ofelia Castro Schepers will present “Beyond Individual Trauma: Linguicism\, Accountability\, and Teachers’ Perceptions of How Trauma-Informed Practices Support Multilingual Learners.” This presentation will look at how trauma-informed teaching connects with issues like linguistic racism and the pressures of high‑stakes testing. Drawing on qualitative data from a longitudinal mixed-methods study of P–12 educators\, it explores how teachers understand and use trauma-informed practices with multilingual students. While many teachers are becoming more aware of the emotional side of learning a new language\, few recognize how language discrimination or English‑only accountability systems can create trauma themselves. \nPlease register in advance.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/5375/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T090000
DTSTAMP:20261001T151127Z
CREATED:20260402T010725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T151127Z
UID:5437-1775635200-1775638800@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:School Improvement Framework Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Interested in strengthening your school-wide approach to serving multilingual learners?  \nThe MLRC will be hosting the first of two free webinars introducing the MLRC School Improvement Framework on April 8 at 8:00 AM US Central! Register here and join us to stay grounded in current research\, the Framework will help you and your team:  \n\nExamine your current approach to serving multilingual learners across 4 levels: school\, program\, classroom & student \n\n\nDraw on 14 research-backed themes to clarify best practices \n\n\nIdentify strengths and areas for growth \n\n\nBuild a roadmap for sustained improvement \n\nIf you’re committed to improving learning outcomes for multilingual learners\, this School Improvement Pathways webinar is for you! Register today and begin strengthening your school’s approach to success for multilingual learners.   \n \nDownload Webinar Handout \nDownload MLRC School Improvement Webinar: Framework PDF
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/school-improvement-pathways-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T090000
DTSTAMP:20260421T005343Z
CREATED:20260402T011215Z
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UID:5441-1776240000-1776243600@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:School Improvement Playbook Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MLRC will host the second webinar of the series\, which will focus on the MLRC School Improvement Playbook. Register here to learn about this powerful collection of tools\, activities\, and protocols designed to help schools reflect\, evaluate\, and strengthen their approach to serving multilingual learners.  \nIn this session\, you will learn about the Playbook’s four-step process toward school improvement\, grounded in the MLRC School Improvement Framework:  \n\nFamiliarize: Build shared understanding of the Framework and the research that underpins it through structured activities such as Research Jigsaw\, KWL Charts\, and Key Terms protocols. \n\n\nInventory: Engage teams in identifying strengths and areas for growth using collaborative inventory approaches\, such as the Snowball or Survey Inventory.  \n\n\nDeep Dive: Gather evidence and multiple perspectives on certain aspects of the Framework with activities such as ML Student Shadowing\, Policy Audit or ML/EAL Handbook.  \n\n\nAction Plan: Prioritize and plan next steps using structured decision-making tools like Diamond Ranking and Effort/Impact Analysis. \n\nThe Playbook can help your school catalyze inquiry\, discuss strengths & areas for growth and build capacity to better serve multilingual learners. As a research-practice partnership\, we encourage schools to adapt\, remix\, and build upon these tools to meet their local context\, strengthening the connection between research and day-to-day practice.  \nWe hope you will join us as we demonstrate how the MLRC School Improvement Framework and Playbook can guide meaningful\, sustained improvement for multilingual learners!  \n \nDownload Webinar Handout \nDownload MLRC School Improvement Webinar: Playbook PDF
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/school-improvement-playbook-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T100000
DTSTAMP:20260309T224202Z
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UID:5409-1776934800-1776938400@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Ying Chu
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, April 23\, 9:00-10:00 AM US Central Time\, Ying Chu will present “Implementation of High-Quality Dual Language Immersion Programs in International Schools.” This presentation will share findings from a qualitative study on implementing high‑quality Chinese–English dual language immersion programs in an international school context. Drawing on interviews with program leaders from seven international schools\, the study identifies a phased implementation process and highlights the role of linguistically and culturally responsive leadership in achieving the core goals of dual language education: bilingualism\, biliteracy\, academic achievement\, and sociocultural competence. \nPlease register in advance.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/speaker-series-ying-chu/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T060000
DTSTAMP:20261014T185716Z
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UID:5894-1790053200-1790056800@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Using Action Research to Support Accreditation
DESCRIPTION: In this WASC/MLRC Fireside Chat\, learn how action research can help you address challenges\, strengthen continuous improvement\, and support the accreditation process. This session covers what action research is\, why it matters\, and how action research directly supports accreditation! \n2027-8 WASC/MLRC Action Research Cohort: We are excited about the possibility of offering a WASC/MLRC action research cohort next school year\, and we would love to hear from you! Please register your interest here. 
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/wasc-fireside-chat/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260923T185844Z
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UID:5856-1791907200-1793120400@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:AMISA Learning Badge: Translanguaging in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Esther Bettney Heidt\, MLRC School Network Researcher\, invites classroom teachers\, specialists\, instructional coaches\, and school leaders to join her as she facilitates the AMISA Translanguaging in Practice Learning Badge! \nThis online course runs over three weeks and includes live virtual sessions on October 13 and October 27 from 5:00 – 6:00 PM US Eastern Time\, plus an asynchronous field application week. You’ll explore current research\, build flexible language pathways\, and pilot role-specific scaffolds in your school context. \nEarn your verified badge by attending the live sessions\, trying out a hands-on strategy in your school\, and submitting a brief reflection. Save the dates and register today to transform language learning on your campus!
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/amisa-learning-badge-translanguaging-in-practice/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T090000
DTSTAMP:20261015T145212Z
CREATED:20260925T171237Z
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UID:5862-1792051200-1792054800@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:MLRC Action Research Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Action Research is a way for schools to take research into their own hands and drive meaningful change. Learn more on October 15 at 8:00am CST (GMT-6) for MLRC School Network Director\, Jon Nordmeyer’s presentation on action research. \nReview the slides: https://mlrc.wisc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Oct-2026-Action-Research-Webinar.pdf \nWatch the recording: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16mMYTqQQCXMIUOzGeSPDb0ruEbJpz7wG/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/mlrc-action-research-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T140000
DTSTAMP:20261006T181933Z
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UID:5900-1793883600-1793887200@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Jaclyn Bovee
DESCRIPTION:On November 5th\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM US Central Time Jaclyn Bovee will be presenting “(Re)negotiating language credits: A critical policy analysis of Oregon’s Access to Linguistic Inclusion law.” This presentation will explore preliminary findings from a qualitative multiple case study of four high schools in two districts to explore the ways in which Oregon’s new language-in-education policy\, called “Access to Linguistic Inclusion\,” is being interpreted and implemented by educators on the ground. \nPlease register in advance. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/speaker-series-jaclyn-bovee/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T090000
DTSTAMP:20261005T203018Z
CREATED:20261001T152558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T203018Z
UID:5875-1794470400-1794474000@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:MLRC MLs 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an MLRC MLs 101 Webinar! This webinar is designed to introduce participants to key concepts from the MLs 101 course. In the course\, participants explore foundational principles for teaching multilingual learners. Through interactive activities and practical tools\, participants will begin to connect this knowledge to broader topics like scaffolding\, language objectives\, and assessment—helping them design more inclusive\, language-rich classrooms where all learners can thrive. Learn more on on November 12 at 8:00am CST (GMT-5) with MLRC School Network Researcher\, Dr. Esther Bettney Heidt\, who will dive deeper into the MLs 101 course available in the MLRC Tooklkit! \nRegister today: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_72hWRTYhTd811Y2
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/mlrc-mls-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T090000
DTSTAMP:20261021T204954Z
CREATED:20261021T204927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T204954Z
UID:5929-1796716800-1796720400@mlrc.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:NEASC-MLRC VisionLab Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register here to join the MLRC on December 8th at 8:00 AM US Central time for an informational webinar about the next NEASC-MLRC VisionLab Cohort starting in January 2027. \n· Are you interested in evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for multilingual learners in your district?\n· Would you like to connect research to practice to drive meaningful and sustainable change? \nThe MLRC VisionLab is a research-informed systems change framework that supports districts to strengthen internal policies and practices for multilingual learners through data-based inquiry. The VisionLab works with district leaders in a cohort model\, implementing state frameworks and promoting cross-district collaboration\, to create a concrete roadmap for policy and instructional improvement. \nAt this webinar you will hear from VisionLab presenters and have a chance to ask questions about the NEASC cohort beginning in January 2027.
URL:https://mlrc.wisc.edu/event/neasc-mlrc-visionlab-webinar-envisioning-multilingual-programs-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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