The ELL Network is a forum for district personnel to discuss issues related to the education of English Learners. Though these sessions are the primary means of sharing information throughout the ESU 4 Title III Consortium, a majority of our time together is devoted to studying effective instruction, sharing and exploring resources, learning of updates from NDE, and networking with colleagues. We welcome educators interested in our multilingual students, regardless of Title III affiliation or position.
Dates
September 20, 2024 (*NCSA, 440 S 13th Street, Lincoln), 9 am - 3 pm
*PLEASE NOTE NEW ADDRESS FOR NCSA!
January 24, 2024 (ESU 6, Milford), 9 am - 3 pm
April 14 or 23, 2024 (Tentative, Details Forthcoming)
May 29, 2025 EL Program Review Technical Assistance & Work Day (Location TBD), 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
This was a brand new opportunity for educators who are new (or within the first few years) of supporting English Learners. We welcomed 49 educators including administrators, coordinators, teachers, and paraeducators. We explored a variety of helpful resources and learned about EL essentials such as stages of language acquisition, Rule 15, ELPA21, Nebraska English Language Standards, and more.
August 1, 2024
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Firespring
1201 Infinity Ct, Lincoln, NE
Details:
Personnel from ESU 4 & 6 Title III EL Consortia: no registration fee, eligible for $150 stipend & mileage reimbursement
Others welcome, $30 registration fee (no stipend or mileage reimbursement)
Dates
September 19, 2023 (NCSA, 455 S 11th St, Lincoln), 9 am - 3 pm
December 5, 2023 EL Program Review Technical Assistance & Work Day (ESU 6, Milford), 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
January 23, 2024 (NCSA, 455 S 11th St, Lincoln), 9 am - 3 pm
April 23, 2024 (NCSA, 455 S 11th St, Lincoln), 9 am - 3 pm
December 5, 2023
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
*ESU 6, Milford, NE
*Zoom Option Available, select "attending remotely" when registering
Details for Participants:
The location and start time were changed on 11.21.23. Please make sure you have the correct details!
Meals will NOT be provided, please plan to go out or bring your own. Milford options include Runza and Pizza Kitchen (buffet).
Mileage and substitute expenses for attendees are reimbursable for personnel from ESU 4 Title III Consortium districts.
Weather-related changes will be posted on this page by 7:00 am. Please check before traveling.
Have these items accessible:
Laptop/computer
Copy of the Rule 15 Implementation Guide (printed or digital)
District EL Program Review and summary (most recent)
District Data: achievement, demographic, perceptual, and other pertinent data related to your English learners compared to non-ELs (For a sample of data, you might consider reviewing Guidance Slides (NDE) or the sample EL Data Worksheet. Also ask your DAC for the ELPA21 On-Track Report in ADVISER.)
If you'd like to learn a bit more about the program review before registering, you might review the NDE Program Review Learning Module and their Written Report Guidance.
Additional resources can be found on this site at Consortium Information > Program Review.
View the notes for all session details and resources.
September 27, 2022 (The Foundry, Lincoln)
December 5, 2022: EL Program Review Technical Assistance & Work Day (NCSA, 455 S 11th St A, Lincoln, NE)
January 25, 2023 (ESU 5, Beatrice)
April 25, 2023: EL Collaborative Conference (ESU 3, LaVista/Omaha)
Join us for a day of learning and networking with colleagues from districts across the eastern and central part of Nebraska!
April 25, 2023
ESU 3 (6949 10th Street, LaVista)
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
(Click the image or here to view/download.)
Location: Virtual
November 9: Administrators
January 26: Supporting Regular Education Peers
February 23: Making Content Comprehensible
March 23: Teaching Academic English
Contact the consortium coordinator for notes from previous years.
2301 Dahlke Ave, Auburn, NE 68305 | 402.274.4354
Isn't our ELL Network logo amazing? It is the result of a really cool collaboration with Peru State College. Learn more here!
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Building Better Writers with Natalia Heckman, Seidlitz Education
June 24, 2024
ESU 3, LaVista
9:00 - 3:00
Participants from ESU 4 Title III Consortium districts are eligible for registration payment, mileage reimbursement, and a small stipend. Contact Jen about lodging if traveling more than 90 miles.