K-12 Systematic ELD Leadership Seminar
Event Date:
June 1, 2026
Event Time:
8:00 am
Event Location:
Multiple
Event Description
E.L. Achieve’s 2026 Leadership Seminar
This seminar is specifically designed to prepare participants to support colleagues in refining and delivering Systematic ELD instruction. Participants will deepen their understanding of:
- Current research on second language acquisition
- Explicit language instruction
- Teaching tips for student engagement
- Effective instructional planning using the Systematic ELD Instructional Units
Participants will be part of a vibrant professional learning community, working on small-group projects and refining practice through one-on-one support.
Seminar Locations and Dates
- Connecticut: June 1-5, 2026
- Danbury Public Schools – Danbury, CT
- Amerigo Vespucci Lodge, 10 Christopher Columbus Ave, Danbury, CT 06810
- Arkansas: June 8-12, 2026
- Little Rock School District – Little Rock, AR
- Metropolitan Career-Technical Center, 7701 Scott Hamilton Drive Little Rock, AR 72209
- Southern California: June 15-19, 2026
- Huntington Beach Union High School District, Huntington Beach, CA
- Ocean View High School, 17071 Gothard St, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
- Oregon: June 22-26, 2026
- Hillsboro School District, Hillsboro, OR
- Lenox Elementary School, 21200 NW Rock Creek Blvd, Portland, OR 97229
Room Block
E.L. Achieve has decided not to schedule room blocks for the locations since there are so many options in each location. Please reach out to info@elachieve.org if you’d like for us to make suggestions of hotels that are near the seminar locations so each system can make an informed decision based on their lodging parameters.
Systematic ELD Seminar Structure:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm Pacific Time
Friday: 8:00am – 2:00pm Pacific Time
Breakfast, lunch, and all session materials will be provided.
Eligible to Apply:
Participants who:
- Work in districts implementing Systematic ELD
- Have completed a five-day Systematic ELD Institute
- Wish to support implementation in their district
Leadership Seminar Certification Requirements:
- Develop and present a continuing learning session that supports colleagues with key Systematic ELD concepts
- Effectively model teaching a Systematic ELD lesson for a group of colleagues
- Actively participate in all components of Systematic ELD Leadership Seminar
Upon successful completion of the seminar requirements, participants will become part of their certified district leadership team and help guide site and classroom implementation.
Certified Leaders may be invited to participate in a formal apprenticeship process to become Certified Presenters for their districts. All potential presenters must successfully complete the apprenticeship process before they can become certified.
Maintaining Certification:
Certification is valid for one year and may be renewed annually by remaining active in the E.L. Achieve community. To maintain certification, leaders must:
- Support implementation through coaching, collaborative planning, or leading follow-up sessions
- Attend an annual E.L. Achieve Symposium with district team