Shannon M Smith

Educator and Learner, Parent, ML Coach for @SupportEduc, Views are my own

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

New course: Effective Instruction of ML Newcomer Students

Build skills to support newcomer students with strategies for content learning + academic language.

✅ Self-paced
✅ 1 hr PD
✅ Videos, tools & activities included

Enroll now:https://t.co/mQubskZq8L #ESL #ESOL

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

The 2026 Multilingual Learner Symposium on June 4 is a one-day event for content teachers, ELD teachers, and administrators. The fully online event means no travel costs and includes practical sessions on academic language, assessment, & more.

Join us ⤵️ https://t.co/Iv38yzbUAJ

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

3 Effective Scheduling Considerations for Multilingual Learner Education
https://t.co/wi4oDgAKer #MultilingualLearners #edchat

[Shannon M Smith @educ8orSmith]

I'm so excited to return to the #PAMEPconference to represent @SupportEduc . Stop by our table or check out our session on Empowering Multilingual Voices Through Focus Groups on April 9 @Center_Schools

[Shannon M Smith @educ8orSmith]

Last week, @MindiTeich and I wrapped up a year-long partnership in @RDGschools coaching teachers of #MLLs. Grateful for the collaboration and commitment of RSD educators—exciting to see this work in action! Learn more about the project: https://t.co/cbOSAk0JSY @SupportEduc

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

[Free Webinar] Advocating for Multilingual Learners: Turning Beliefs into Action with presenters Dr. Diane Staehr Fenner, Dr. Sydney Snyder, & Dr. Amy Hewett-Olatunde. Explore 5-Step advocacy framework & more.

📆 April 15
⏰ 4-5pm EST
🎟️ Free
🔗 Register: https://t.co/MaAJEQ6T1a

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

When you register for the 2026 Multilingual Learner Symposium, you will receive a FREE ML Instructional Strategy Toolbox— just one of many perks when you register for the ML Symposium.

Register now and join us online June 4: https://t.co/WXFV12nTaH #MultilingualLearners

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

ML Program Types and Instructional Models Guide helps facilitate conversations with stakeholders around program types and instructional models and helps determine the best design and instructional models for #MLL instruction in your school.

Download: https://t.co/mrJhPTX4hC

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

[Case Study] How Sustained Collaboration and Personalized, Evolving Support Drove District-wide Growth for Teachers of Multilingual Learners.

Explore this SupportEd partnership and the measurable outcomes: https://t.co/NRnmpBIuCp #MultilingualLearners #ELLs

[Shannon M Smith @educ8orSmith]

Energizing to wrap our #formativeassessment series with @RDGschools paraprofessionals! Purposeful, collaborative conversations on advancing #MLLs’ self-assessment & goal setting—and their own professional growth. @SupportEduc @MindiTeich

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

SupportEd Statement to Respond to Current Events

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

Free Tool Friday: Peer Learning Activity Checklist

Use the guiding questions on the checklist to self-assess, or have a colleague peer-assess, a peer learning activity you have developed for MLs. #MultilingualLearners #EnglishLearners

Download tool: https://t.co/aK2PnfFmIw

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

Join us TODAY!

Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners: How to Build Belonging and Foster Academic Success. Dive deep into SEL for MLs with three experts and earn a certificate for 1 PD hour.

Save your seat: https://t.co/2YnLcJ2leR #SELforMLs #MultilingualLearners

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

SupportEd is proud to be nationally recognized for excellence in multilingual learner education. Our awards and accolades reflect our commitment to innovation, equity, and impact. Learn more about SupportEd's accolades: https://t.co/V08AYrSZW7

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

[LIVE WEBINAR] Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners: How to Build Belonging and Foster Academic Success. Dive deep into SEL for MLs with three experts and earn a certificate for 1 PD hour.

Save your spot: https://t.co/oGkvF1a5UK #SELforMLs #MultilingualLearners

[SupportEd @SupportEduc]

The EdWeek series on the practical aspects of social emotional learning in education features a piece from ML Coach @MindiTeich on #SELforMLs.
https://t.co/x3f6UmfhP1

[Education Week @educationweek]

The Ins and Outs of Effective Culturally Responsive Teaching (Opinion) https://t.co/YzhJf7OgW1

[Education Week Opinion @EdWeekOpinion]

Understanding different cultures is a skill all students need. Educators share the ins and outs of effective culturally responsive teaching. #EWOpinion @LarryFerlazzo
https://t.co/sZUQrGCl5A

[Kathryn Sky Tomlinson @SkylockSocial]

The Ins and Outs of Effective Culturally Responsive Teaching (Opinion) https://t.co/8t3NcPfqlV

[Larry Ferlazzo @Larryferlazzo]

The Ins and Outs of Effective Culturally Responsive Teaching https://t.co/yttQDX5eQQ is new @educationweek post