Upcoming Events
Return date for oral language pilot: May 18th
Return date for Grade 7 master list: May 31st
SIOP Meeting: Thursday, June 3rd
Multilingual Resources for Families
Looking for resources to share with parents on how they can support their child’s learning over the summer? Check out these multilingual mini-posters by Colorin Colorado that can be shared with parents in either English or their home language.
https://www.colorincolorado.org/language-and-literacy-home-tips-multilingual
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
The Burnaby School District’s SOGI Committee is hosting an online event that will be available for staff, students, and their families to view. It will take place on Monday, May 17th from 4:00 – 5:30pm via Zoom. Speakers from the LGBTQ+ community will share thoughts and experiences on the theme of “Queer Visibility.”
There is no need to RSVP, the Zoom link to join the event can be found at the top of our event page, which also includes information about the speakers and can be found here: https://sd41.sharepoint.com/sites/SOGI_Construction/SitePages/IDAHAT-Reimagined.aspx
Tibetan Community Experiences
Working closely with Tibetan students at your school? The UBC Himalaya Program recently hosted a roundtable discussion on the Tibetan community experiences of Covid-19 in Canada.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sk_rBBIwQJU
AIPs
Database: https://esl.sd41.bc.ca/ESL/
If you need help logging in or resetting your password contact Kiran Abraham, Fanny Lee, Michelle Van-Balkom or Nancy Hoy for help.
Need a refresher in how to make an AIP? Check out this great resource video made by Michelle: Youtube
Multilingual Assessment Conference
https://multilingualassessment.ca/?page_id=652
Looking for a pro-growth opportunity? Check out this upcoming conference hosted by York, Bishop’s and Simon Fraser universities. It is free and virtual, preregistration is required.
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