Unlocking Language: A Teacher’s Treasure Chest for ELLs – Part 2

Course Description:

The treasure chest is open once again, and this time, we’re going deeper. Whether you’re a veteran of the first course or a newcomer looking for the ultimate toolkit, this sequel is designed to move your students beyond basic conversation and into the world of high-level academic success.

In this 4-week, research-driven intensive, we shift the focus from “just getting by” to bridging the achievement gap. Using the latest edition of the industry-standard text, The ELL Teacher’s Toolbox 2.0 (2025), you will  transform your classroom into a powerhouse of academic language proficiency.

We don’t just provide tools; we provide the why. Our curriculum is built on the pillars of explicit vocabulary instruction, the integration of literacy across all content areas (Science, Social Studies, and beyond), and the strategic use of a student’s primary language as a resource, not a hurdle. This course culminates in a personal Action Research project to prove exactly what works in your unique classroom. Join us to turn linguistic barriers into bridges and transform your classroom into a space where every voice is heard and valued. Ready to turn the key? Join a collective of educators dedicated to turning language barriers into bridges.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will…

• Design and implement lessons using strategies matching the needs of English learners in the classroom.
• Implement scaffolds for content learning.
• Use and/or design equitable assessment and grading systems that measure content knowledge separately from language proficiency and provide data to determine teaching strategies.
• Establish an action plan to develop a classroom culture that prioritizes student agency, effective behavior management, and parent engagement.

Course Details:

Date: Register anytime between August 21, 2026 – August 20, 2027
Course #: EDIA 609
Instructor: Katy Evenson (katy@growprofessionally.com)
Number of License Renewal/Graduate Credits: 1
Registration Deadline: Last day to register is Friday, August 20th 2027 by 5:00 p.m.