Dual Language for All Learners: Practical Tools for Inclusion and Family Engagement (Including Students with Disabilities)

This workshop examines how dual language programs can support all learners, including students with diverse learning needs. Participants will explore research-based strategies, classroom practices, and family engagement approaches that promote equitable bilingual learning environments. Through discussion, video examples, classroom vignettes, student work analysis, and collaborative planning, attendees will learn how to implement translanguaging practices, inclusive instruction, and effective family partnerships in early dual language classrooms. By the end of the session, educators will be able to identify instructional strategies, apply research-informed practices to support diverse learners, and develop actionable plans to engage families as partners in bilingual education.