The Road to Successful Bilingual Education:

Your Path to Authentic Spanish and English Mastery 
Professional Development Series

The Development of Reading: Phonics (PreK-2) - 9 hrs of training

El desarrollo de la lectura: Fonética

This professional development training explores essential strategies for enhancing literacy skills, with an emphasis on phonics, comprehension, and writing. Participants will delve into the teaching of reading in Spanish, the value of bilingualism and its pedagogy, and the influence of accents and punctuation on reading development. Additional topics include the role of parents and families in education and the use of theater, folklore, and poetry to enrich language learning.

Accents (PreK-2) - three 90-min sessions

Acentuación

This professional development training is designed for PreK through 2nd grade teachers, with a primary focus on accents and early literacy development. Participants will also explore strategies to engage students through theater, folklore, and poetry. They will build foundational writing and comprehension skills and improve phonemic awareness. Additional emphasis will be placed on the effective use of punctuation to support early reading and writing instruction.

Accents (3-6) - three 90-min sessions

Acentuación (3-6)

This professional development training is tailored for teachers in grades 3-6, emphasizing the critical role of accents in advancing literacy skills. Educators will also explore ways to incorporate joyful folklore and poetry to enrich language learning and enhance students’ writing and comprehension abilities. The session will highlight effective techniques for teaching punctuation to support reading fluency and writing proficiency in upper elementary grades.

The Important Role of Parents & Families in Education (PreK-6) - 90 min

El importante papel de la familia en la educación

This training equips parents and caregivers with strategies to support learning Spanish at home, with a focus on building Spanish literacy skills. Participants will learn how to foster bilingual development while helping children appreciate and connect with their heritage and culture. By strengthening the bond between home and school, parents will be empowered to guide their children’s educational and cultural journey.

The Value of Bilingualism and Its Pedagogy (PreK-6) - 90 min

El valor del bilingüismo y su pedagogía

This training is designed to guide districts in developing dual language programs. Participants will explore the crosslinguistic benefits of bilingual education, strategies for successful program implementation, and the rich history of the Spanish language. The session emphasizes the transformative impact of bilingualism on students' academic and cognitive growth, equipping educators with the tools to foster a thriving dual language environment.

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