Supporting multilingual learners and planning for summer

Plus, the impact of Brown v. Board of Education [National Education Association](   [NEA Today]( [Three children of different races laughing together]( [Blended Learning Course: Supporting Multilingual Learners Online]( With a growing number of multilingual students in classrooms today, it is imperative that educators understand how to include and support these students meaningfully. Through these courses, you’ll learn to practice, learn, design, and implement educational action plans tailored to the unique learning needs of emergent multilingual learners to create more inclusive classrooms. [Learn more and register ➤]( THE SCHOOL ME PODCAST [70 Years of Brown v. Board]( It's been 70 years since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education. For many, this iconic Supreme Court case feels like a foundational and permanent part of American society, but today, the promises of Brown v. Board are under attack. Danielle Davis, Staff Counsel for NEA, joins the show to discuss the impact of this important ruling on America and what the future holds for the promises of that case. [Listen in ➤]( MICRO-CREDENTIALS [Math Practices]( This micro-credential stack will help educators learn how to choose and apply teaching materials that develop mathematical skills, design assignments that involve using these skills, and evaluate student progress along the way. [Learn more and apply ➤](     ADVERTISEMENT   [Give Yourself a Raise - University of Alabama Online](   EDUCATION SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS [Becoming a Professional Learning Leader: How to Grow ESP Leadership and Promote Solidarity]( Thursday, June 20, 7:00 p.m. ET Meet Professional Learning Leaders from Project LEAP and learn how they have grown through this leadership experience, elevating their professional skills and presence. During this session, you’ll gain insight into how to use a Professional Learning Leader Academy to strengthen the ESP community. [Register ➤]( RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES [Accelerated Learning]( Accelerated learning is a different way of thinking about how to address learning gaps. It focuses on a sustainable approach to excellence that brings together a mix of effective practices and knowledgeable people to support students and their families. Learn more about this approach and browse a collection of free resources from our partners at AdLit. [Read more ➤]( READ ACROSS AMERICA [Bring Out Books for Summer Break]( Summer is a great time for students to read what they want and spend time exploring their interests. And reading over the summer benefits kids by strengthening their reading skills, building background knowledge, and growing a love of reading. Support parents with ideas to help them keep their kids’ reading and writing skills improving over the summer. NEA’s Read Across America Summer Reading Guide is full of helpful resources to help you connect families to great books and vibrant summer learning adventures. [Access the guide ➤]( BROUGHT TO YOU BY SOLUTION TREE [Improve outcomes for all learners]( In this new resource, you’ll learn evidence-based practices to Assess, Delineate, Model, Instruct, Reflect, and Engage (A.D.M.I.R.E) the skill sets of all students. [Learn more ➤]( [Improve outcomes for all learners with Solution Tree]( UPCOMING WEBINARS [Fighting Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Hate: Creating a Stronger Democracy Together]( Thursday, May 30, 7:30 p.m. ET Join Wajahat Ali as he addresses the rising tide of anti-Muslim and anti-Arab bigotry in the U.S. In this insightful webinar, Ali draws from his personal experiences and professional research to explore how these forms of hate intersect with other bigotries, such as antisemitism, and what can be done to build welcoming and inclusive school environments. [Learn more and register ➤]( [Leaning into Hard Conversations: Why We Must Discuss Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and Racism to Maintain Our Multicultural Communities]( Monday June 10, 7:30 p.m. ET Amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza and a surge in anti-semitic and Islamophobic incidents, this panel discussion features Wajahat Ali, Amy Spitalnick, and Eric Ward tackling the tough conversations around hate and racism. They will explore how these issues intersect and how we can engage respectfully. With their extensive experience in combating hate groups and fostering diverse coalitions, the panelists will model a path forward that rejects divisive tactics and promotes a shared commitment to multicultural democracy. 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