What does instruction look like for multilinguals who are no longer considered newcomers?
Join best-selling authors Tan Huynh and Beth Skelton as they share a practical, research-based approach to lesson planning that supports academic language growth for experienced multilinguals. This session offers clear strategies for intentionally embedding language development across the curriculum—based on their book Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals.
Help Newcomer Students Thrive—Academically, Socially & Emotionally
This powerful training supports educators and school leaders in building a trauma-sensitive, school-wide program that meets the unique needs of newcomer students. Learn how migration impacts mental health, how to create a welcoming environment, and how to support social-emotional learning through practical, research-based strategies.
Bridging the Science of Reading & Second Language Literacy
This webinar explores how the Science of Reading aligns with second language acquisition research, highlights key considerations for multilingual learners, and introduces a flexible, effective approach to literacy development that builds on SOR-aligned instruction.
Create a classroom environment where English learners feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive—academically and emotionally—from day one.
Kelly Reider shares 5 key thoughts that empower educators to welcome and support English learners. From building trauma-informed, culturally responsive environments to using structured routines and school-wide systems of support to create meaningful, inclusive learning experiences. This webinar offers practical, research-based strategies for helping students feel safe, seen, and ready to succeed.
Over the past couple of years, our district has enrolled many teachers in Pathway courses and Praxis Coaching workshops—all of which have resulted in many gen ed teachers and administrators obtaining ESOL certification. English Learner Portal is bookmarked on my computer as a favorite.
Wendy Tarr
Kelly and her team at English Learner Portal have been a Godsend!
Supervisor of World Languages & Multilingual Learners, St. Mary’s County Public Schools, Maryland
I have had the pleasure of working with their team for several years. I have consistently been impressed with their ability to integrate adult learning principles and research-based strategies that improve outcomes for English learners. They prioritize active participation, hands-on learning experiences, and reflection, all of which have been shown to be effective in adult learning.
Tammy Zino-Seergae
ELP understands adult learners come with a wealth of experiences and skills, and tailors their offerings to meet the unique needs and goals of each group.
Instructional Coordinator, World Languages and ESOL, Cecil County Public Schools, Maryland
They guide teachers towards working with multilingual learners. Kelly was flexible and responsive to our needs. EL Portal is connected to the top names in our field in terms of theory and practice in working with MLs. When we began working with them, we knew we would be getting the very best guidance and training.
Jonathan White
EL Portal is an exceptional service for districts needing professional development
Multilingual Learners Program,
Richland School District One
How are your newcomers settling in? Let's chat about ways to monitor newcomer student engagement and simple suggestions for teachers who are new to teaching newcomers.