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SMSD Elementary IFair 2025


Tuesday February 18, 2025 12:45pm - 2:00pm CST
This session is designed to equip 3rd through 6th grade teachers with practical, easy-to-implement strategies to support English Language Learners (ELLs) in their classrooms. Focusing on quick wins that can be applied immediately, this session will help classroom teachers foster a more inclusive and effective learning environment for their ELL students. Teachers will leave with actionable tools and strategies that promote language acquisition, engagement, and content understanding.

By the end of this session, teachers will be able to:

  • Identify key principles of effective instruction for ELLs in 3rd through 6th grade classrooms. 
  • Use strategies to scaffold instruction and make content more accessible to ELL students. 
  • Implement quick win techniques to promote language development and academic success. 
  • Create a more inclusive classroom environment that celebrates linguistic diversity.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Culey

Amy Culey

K-12 ELL Instructional Coach, Shawnee Mission School District
I'm one of the ELL instructional coaches for SMSD. I've been in education for twenty years and have taught at both the elementary and middle school levels.I'm also a children's book author and enjoy chatting with kids about my books and about the art of writing. I write under my initials... Read More →
avatar for Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez

ELL Teacher at SMECEC
I am the ELL teacher at SMECEC this year. I have been in education almost twenty years and have previously taught mainly at the secondary level. I'm enjoying the challenge of working with the littles this year! When I'm not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my young children... Read More →
Tuesday February 18, 2025 12:45pm - 2:00pm CST
SM Northwest Rm 119

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