Some examples of what you will learn in the PLC are:
how to gain clarity about what is holding back implementation of multilingual communication
gather valid and actionable feedback to direct your efforts
audit and fix your tools
create systems to help people and tools work seamlessly together
plan professional development that actually changes staff behavior
how to measure and share your data effectively
how to enlist partners in each building or department to ensure systems are carried out and constantly improve
During the PLC, you will:
participate in professional development
work on your priorities during PLC time
receive feedback on your plans and strategies from Anne and fellow PLC members
By the end of the PLC, you will have:
uncovered and addressed every obstacle standing between your families and equity, your district and compliance
a bank of case studies you can use for future trainings and persuasive conversations
a fully planned (and practiced) leader PD session and staff PD session on multilingual communication that implements strategies proven to be effective at changing staff mindset and behavior
a clear plan for investing leaders and staff and driving continued improvement throughout the school year
a strategy for addressing future breaches of your expectations
a strategy for celebrating and encouraging more and more instances of effective staff communication with multilingual families
multilingual communications tasks fully planned on your calendar for the 25-26 school year
a community of friends across the country, working in-depth on this issue, whom you can go to for support at any time.
Anne’s work has significantly streamlined our processes, allowing us to focus more on meaningful interactions and less on logistical challenges.With her support, we can redirect our time and energy towards fostering a truly inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. - Lauren P, Director of Communications & Marketing
Anne’s dedication to equity and inclusion for ELL families is unparalleled. Anne spearheaded the implementation of the district’s interpreter phone system, ensuring seamless communication between schools and ELL families.She conducted comprehensive trainings at the beginning of each school year and meticulously tracked the volume of calls made by each school, fostering a culture of proactive outreach and engagement with ELL families among teachers. Anne was instrumental in fostering meaningful relationships that endure to this day. - Becca R, EL Teacher
Through Anne’s guidance and collaboration, we were able to create major systemic change. We created an atmosphere where multilingual families are empowered partners with their children’s school and where it is everyone’s charge to ensure every family receives consistent communication in their native language. Anne is an amazing facilitator of staff development! Our staff were intimidated and fearful of making the wrong mistake when communicating with families. Anne developed and implemented a multistage professional development trackfor staff that allowed them to practice all components of utilizing translation services with families. Staff felt empowered to call families regularly and schedule meetings using interpretation; thus removing perceived barriers to consistent family communications. - Briana G, Assistant Principal