WABE 2025 Dual Language Winter Institute: Full Schedule

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8:45am PST

General Session: We’re ALL Teachers for a Bilingual Future: Collaborative Partnerships in Dual Language Education

Friday January 24, 2025 8:45am - 10:30am PST

Dr. Lachance’s inspirational keynote centers on ways for educators to foster and grow dual language programs via collaborative practices. Within her presentation she illustrates pathways for designing and expanding genuine partnerships, empowering schools and communities to co-create dual language programs for the betterment of ALL students. Her motivational message shines with sincerity, lifting up our voices together to expand multilingualism throughout Washington and beyond. Come join the WABE community while we truly honor multilingualism so that we may bridge our bilingual futures together.

Speakers

Dr. Joan Lachance

Associate Professor, Author, and Consultant, Clover Seed Educational Consulting

Dr. Joan Lachance is an Associate Professor of Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she directs the TESL graduate programs and undergraduate TESL Minor. She is the co-author of the National Dual Language Education Teacher... Read More →

Friday January 24, 2025 8:45am - 10:30am PST
Grand 3

Featured Session

1:45pm PST

OSPI Update, Cookie Dessert & Networking

Friday January 24, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm PST

Grand 3

Come hear about the latest state updates for Dual Language Education, enjoy some dessert and connect with colleagues from around the state!

Friday January 24, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm PST
Grand 3

Featured Session