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8:00am CDT

Every Teacher Is a Language Teacher: Practical Strategies for Supporting Multilingual Learners in Any Classroom

Wednesday July 29, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

English learners (ELs) participate in classrooms across all grade levels and content areas, making every educator a key contributor to their success. This session introduces content-area teachers to foundational concepts in second language development and practical instructional strategies that support multilingual learners while maintaining grade-level rigor. Participants will explore ways to scaffold academic language, increase access to complex content, and design instruction that supports both language development and content mastery. The session emphasizes strategies that can be integrated into everyday instruction and used immediately in classrooms.

Speakers

Emily Scott

ESOL/Title III Coordinator, Kansas Department of Education

Supports Title III and ESOL programs, helping schools and districts provide strong, effective services for multilingual learners. Partners with educators to offer practical technical assistance and meaningful professional learning that can be directly applied in classrooms and pr... Read More →

Wednesday July 29, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Osage 207

2026 Great Ideas in Education Conference

8:00am CDT

Emily Scott

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