The impact of trauma in the classroom
Anne Marie describes how trauma can impact students in the classroom, as well as signs that a student wants to take control of the situation.
The importance of safety, security, and trust in the learning process
Anne Marie discusses the importance of helping children feel safe, secure, and respected within their school environment.
The role of the ESOL specialist in conversations about special education
Anne Marie describes the important role an ESOL specialist can and should play in conversations about special education and ELLs.
The unique needs of unaccompanied minors
Anne Marie describes how colleagues in her school district collaborated to address the needs of a growing unaccompanied minor population.
The ways in which immigrant parents value education
Anne Marie debunks the myth that ELL and immigrant families don't value education.
Tying language development to issues impacting students’ lives
Anne Marie offers some ideas for connecting language development to current issues on students' minds.
Student Story: When students share immigration concerns from home
Anne Marie tells the story of a third-grader who let her know that there was stress at home related to immigration.
Why building relationships with ELLs matters
Anne Marie explains why building relationships in ELLs and immigrants is for her "the bottom line."
Why ELLs need more than “good teaching”
Anne Marie explains that, while excellent instruction is essential for ELLs, there is more to it than just "good teaching."
Why Madeleine Albright is one of my role models
Anne Marie talks about why Madeleine Albright has inspired her throughout her career of working with ELLs.