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Distance Learning Tips for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities Who Use Augmentative, Alternative Communication
Speech language expert Anne Page provides educators, families and therapists with distance learning tips and resources for multilingual learners with disabilities.
WIDA News Extra May 2020
Thank You Teachers: A Message from Tim Boals, WIDA Founder and Director
WIDA News May 2020
The May 2020 edition of WIDA News includes updates on the WIDA COVID-19 webpage, an interview with May's Featured Educator, a call for WIDA Fellows nominations, an article with tips for virtual planning, and more.
May 2020 Featured Educator: Barbara Smith
Barbara Smith is an ESL teacher at Waynesville R-VI East Elementary School in Waynesville, Missouri. Barbara has been at East Elementary for eight years and teaching for 19.
WIDA News Extra May 2020
2020 WIDA Annual Conference Update from Tim Boals, WIDA Founder and Director
WIDA News Extra April 2020
Family Connections through Home Languages: A Message from Tim Boals, WIDA Founder and Director
WIDA News April 2020
The April 2020 edition of WIDA News includes a message from WIDA's Founder and Director, an interview with April's Featured Educator, an announcement about WIDA Secure Portal maintenance, downloadable WIDA resources, and more.
April 2020 Featured Educator: Ryan Ariosa
Ryan Ariosa is an ESOL teacher and school test coordinator at Commodore John Rodgers Elementary/Middle School in Baltimore, Maryland. Ryan teaches eighth graders.
COVID-19 Updates
Updated May 28, 2020
During the COVID-19 outbreak, WIDA is taking measures to maintain service to our educators in a safe and practical way. WIDA remains committed to supporting educators, multilingual children and their families during this difficult time, and always. The following includes updates on WIDA’s ongoing response to COVID-19 as well as resources for the WIDA community.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you do to serve students.