As spring testing begins, we are sending our tried and true ELL assessment resources! We also are introducing a new monthly feature called Common Core Corner, where we will gather highlights from our Common Core and ELLs blog and from the field.

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Paula Markus is the former ESL Coordinator for the Toronto District School Board (District), home to about 40,000 English language learners (ELLs).

This webcast features Dr. Rebecca Palacios and offers information on the following components of a PreK ELL program: language instruction, curriculum, professional development, and family outreach.

Dr. Kenji Hakuta is the Co-Chair of Stanford University's Understanding Language initiative and a leading expert in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards with ELLs.

February is full of interesting Social Studies topics, from presidential lore to Black History Month — not to mention current headlines about the possibility of immigration reform.

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