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The official account of WIDA at @UWMadison.
Resources and tools for educators of multilingual learners. Reshares and follows do not constitute endorsements.

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Check out our new Focus Bulletin on the Language for Reading!

It covers the ACCESS Reading domain test, which measures multilingual learners’ level of English proficiency. Learn how language development is assessed and how it connects to ELD Standards: https://t.co/A2n2Omt44v

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Are you familiar with the CARES framework? It's a research-backed way to engage families and communities in your work with multilingual learners.

WIDA Executive Director Jenni Torres breaks it down for you in our latest article. Check it out!

https://t.co/JqcKuqpjIE

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📷: WIDA staffer Ken Bond recently presented alongside Megan Lopez (Utah State Board of Education) and Dean Reasoner (Minnesota Department of Education) at the Council of Chief State School Officers spring meeting!

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Join us virtually on September 15 for a sampling of the WIDA Annual Conference! 🧑‍💻 #WIDA2026 live virtual track features include an exclusive virtual keynote presentation and a choice of five sessions during each session block.

View the agenda: https://t.co/Hd5Is9uf1v

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New #research explores how K–12 educators across 21 states are implementing the @WIDA_UW English Language Development Standards Framework (2020). 📈The study highlights #teacher-driven strategies, collaboration & everyday challenges in the field.

👉https://t.co/iaCUCfiR1t

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Don't miss out on #WIDA2026! Early bird registration rates are available now through June 7 for both the in-person event and the virtual track. Learn more and save your seat: https://t.co/E0CpT0cTvp

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The #WIDAWebinar Aligning Your Curriculums to the WIDA ELD Standards Framework recording is available in the WIDA Resource/Recursos Library!

Check out the recording: https://t.co/o8OgKd0Z8j

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Are you attending the Slatin AccessU Conference this week? Don't miss this WIDA session tomorrow!

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It’s time to register for the 2026 WIDA Annual Conference! ⏰ The in-person event takes place September 16-18, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri. A virtual track is also available on September 15.

Learn more about #WIDA2026 and how to register: https://t.co/7g2fCV8Wdf

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Are you attending the Wisconsin Chapter of the Association for Education & Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (WAER) Collaborative Vision Conference (CVC) this week? Don't miss this WIDA session!

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Check it out!📰How do we accurately measure language growth in our youngest learners? This @WIDA_UW Focus Bulletin explores the design principles behind Kindergarten #language proficiency tests—from task models & scaffolds to stopping rules.

Learn more: https://t.co/2YwBT1NaB6

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Introducing the Marco DALE Implementation Guide and the Marco DALE Language Features Glossary! Find both on the Marco DALE page: https://t.co/xp2MmacSOR

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The #WIDAWebinar Centering Family Voices: Using Cultural Humility to Inform Educational Opportunities recording is available in the WIDA Resource/Recursos Library!

Check out the recording to receive a dynamic exploration of family engagement: https://t.co/jrvsNSVfm5

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Secondary newcomers need access to rigorous learning, not simplified content. Our new Focus Bulletin shares literacy forward strategies that amplify grade-level texts and honor students’ assets.

https://t.co/EQRGlxZ3l8

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Want to elevate youth voice but not sure where to start?

The latest WIDA Focus Bulletin breaks it down with research, interviews and reflection questions.

Learn more: https://t.co/7h7e9eUrR7

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Are you attending the American Association For Applied Linguistics (AAAL) Conference this weekend? Don't miss these WIDA sessions! Learn more about where you can find WIDA at upcoming conferences: https://t.co/nfj09vn5Ib

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#WIDA2026 registration opens on May 4! 📢

New, NEED TO KNOW information is available on the 2026 WIDA Annual Conference website: https://t.co/E0CpT0cTvp

Tag a colleague and start the countdown for May 4! ⏰

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New resource 🎉

Check out the latest Focus Bulletin: Designing Assessment Tasks for Kindergarten MLs

https://t.co/4A8b0EUOcj

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The #WIDAWebinar How to Use WIDA MODEL Test Scores to Inform Instructional Planning recording is available in the WIDA Resources/Recursos Library!

Check out the recording to receive resources to help you better understand and use test scores: https://t.co/Jt56HEpgrT

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Will we see you at #NAELPA2026 or #NABE2026? Don't miss our sessions:

•Today at NAELPA: Built to Last: Collaboration for Multilingual Learners Success

•Friday at NABE: Utilizing Language Development Standards Frameworks: Integrating Content and Language in Instructional Units