My ENL Page

NYSED Joins WIDA! Last NYSESLAT is 2026 https://wida.wisc.edu/news/new-york-joins-wida-consortium-strengthening-support-multilingual-learners
The NYS Board of Regents voted to approve a new framework, known as the “portrait of a graduate,” that helps explain what it will take to earn a diploma after the Regents exams are phased out as a graduation requirement beginning in the 2027-28 school year.

Development of real-world skills • Enhanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Flexibility and creativity • Improved student engagement and motivation • Increased understanding of how different subjects relate to each

Northern ENL PLC meeting: November 4th at 4:30, Liverpool Public Library

Mrs. Stevens October Tips

Understanding the 5 Different Language Levels (Video)

This video explains what students can do at the 5 levels and offers some helpful strategies for teachers. For example, newcomer ELLs will need to start with basic vocabulary and survival skills. There may be a silent period while they listen and learn.

Begin by working on essential vocabulary with pictures and word walls to include greetings, classroom items and basic grammar.

Helpful Tips: From One of Our Favorite ENL Experts

I Have a New Multilingual Learner. What Do I Do? A Step-By-Step Guide – Seidlitz Education

-Scaffold up -Provide a bilingual glossary -learn a few words in the student's language -Label the classroom -Pronounce the student's name correctly -Don't use nicknames -Learn about the student -Pair with a buddy -Speak Slowly -Repeat -Write Lesson Objective on the board -Smile -Be consistent-Word walls with visuals -lots of books with pictures-Small groups -Technology, too

What to Look For in an ELL classroom https://www.valentinaesl.com/articles-for-educators/4-key-things-to-look-for-when-you-walk-into-a-room-that-supports-ells

ELL Resources https://padlet.com/hanna_hagaman/el-resources-5y64c1mxygg5

ELL Tips for History & S.S. Teachers

ELL Tips for Math Teachers

Science Instruction Resources for Teaching ELLs

Teaching Writing in the Content Areas

Happy Fall!