CANCELLED Building Capacity of District Level Bicultural Liaisons

THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST 2017.  Building Capacity of District Level Bicultural Liaisons, May 17, 2017, 8:30 - 3:30 (8:00 check-in). Lunch included.

District-wide bicultural liaisons come from a variety of backgrounds and are inherently connected to academic and linguistic growth for our bilingual students and families. It is therefore essential for these staff to have a complete understanding of schooling systems, academic programing, language learning from a theoretical and practical stand point.  Likewise, liaisons need practical skills to navigate both an educational program to culturally bridge home and school. Cultural liaisons are invited to join the kick off session May 3, 2017 from 8:30-3:30 to learn how to enhance their effectiveness and increase cultural efficiencies in both school and home. 

Bicultural Liaisons will:

• Develop a strong understanding of student programs in districts
• Review code of ethics, data privacy, and mandated reporter laws
• Learn communication tips to bridge cultural divide for families, students, and school/district staff
• Become familiar with local community resources available to schools and families
• Network with other Liaisons

Facilitator, Jacob Law: Jake has worked with English Language Learners from diverse backgrounds for over eight years in different capacities. Through the years, he has worked in language instruction, teacher training, course and program development as well as language assessment and student placement. Most recently he has worked as a lead liaison for District 622 where he works to support English Language Learners and their families. He is passionate about quality education for ELs that provides linguistically, academically, socially and culturally supportive environments for the whole student. 

Cancellation: You can cancel your own registration for an event before the cancellation deadline. (Please check the event information for specific cancellation details.) If the event has a fee, refunds are possible only if cancellation is prior to the deadline. If you do not attend and do not cancel prior to an event, you are still responsible for payment and will be billed.

Special Accommodations: Please alert BrightWorks 2-3 weeks prior to the workshop/event if you need special accommodations, including sign language interpreters. (BrightWorks requires a notice of 2 business days to cancel a sign language interpreter. If you fail to cancel, we reserve the right to bill your school/district for this expense.) Update your profile as needed. Special accommodations are not included with each registration, but are stored in your profile until you make changes.