Summits

This pathway focuses exclusively on instruction and support for multilingual learners in the earliest grades. Participants make connections between historical legislation and contemporary classroom practices to understand the current situation for multilingual learners in the US. Participants enter the world of PreK-Grade 3 Instruction through case studies, virtual classroom walkthroughs, and high-leverage strategies and aligned resources to support early reading development and GLEAM™ experiences for multilingual students.

During the Summit Math sessions, we’ll explore what it means to be good at math, name the impact of math identity (both teacher and student) on the type of instruction students have and can receive, and learn how to foster a positive math identity in their classroom. We’ll apply this knowledge by analyzing a lesson plan and adapting it to plan for GLEAM™ math instruction.

During Summit UnboundEd Planning Process (UPP^®) sessions, we’ll learn four powerful practices for access and differentiation: prioritizing grade-level activities, scaffolding for diverse groups, orchestrating productive struggle, and using student funds of knowledge. For each practice, we’ll learn what it is, common pitfalls, and a step-by-step recipe for using the strategy with any lesson. Along the way, we’ll also try these practices on a set of aligned lessons and explore the mindsets required to make lasting changes to teaching and learning.

As educators, our goal is always to reach all students. But knowing the goal isn’t enough; we need to know exactly how to get there. The UnboundEd Planning Process (UPP) gives you the steps and know-how to make instruction more equitable.

Note: K-5 educators will learn through the use of both ELA and math lessons; Educators in grades 6-12 will learn through lessons in their preferred subject area — either ELA or math.