K-12 Systematic ELD Leadership Seminar

E.L. Achieve’s 2023 Leadership Seminar is returning to in-person!

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

• Northern California: June 5–9, 2023
  • Pleasanton School District – Pleasanton, CA
  • Foothill High School – 4375 Foothill Rd, Pleasanton, CA 94588
• Arkansas: June 12 – 16, 2023
  • Fort Smith Public Schools – Fort Smith, AR
  • Parker Center – Training Room, 811 No. T Street Fort Smith, AR 72904
• Oregon: June 19–23, 2023
  • Hillsboro School District – Hillsboro, Oregon
  • Glencoe High School – 2700 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97124
• Southern California: June 26–30, 2023
  • Huntington Beach Union High School District – Huntington Beach, CA
  • Fountain Valley High School – 17816 Bushard St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Seminar Room Blocks by Location

Northern California: June 5–9, 2023

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pleasanton at the Club – 7050 Johnson Drive
Pleasanton, California, 94588-3396

          Single King $179/night, Double Queen $179/night

Please make reservations using the information below:

• • call +1 925–463-8000 and ask for the E.L. Achieve Seminar Room Block Rates.
  • Click Here to reserve online.   – Limited availability please book prior to May 22, 2023.

All other locations do not have a room block due to multiple hotel options being available.

Systematic ELD Seminar Structure:

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:

1. Develop and present a continuing learning session that supports colleagues with key Systematic ELD concepts
2. Effectively model teaching a Systematic ELD lesson for a group of colleagues
3. 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:

1. Support implementation through coaching, collaborative planning, or leading follow-up sessions
2. Attend an annual E.L. Achieve Symposium with district team

*Per Ticket Price for all International Partner district attendees will be $4,300.00.