MILE supports school districts in designing and implementing Dual Language Bilingual Education (DLBE) and builds capacity among DLBE leaders and staff to create and support sustainable program models, in order to serve the needs of all language learners.
Dual Language With MILE
Highlights
Dual Language Educator Conference
On June 1st, 2024, MILE welcomed nearly 100 educators and leaders in Dual Language Bilingual Education (DLBE) to raise awareness, strengthen partnerships, and share understanding and resources for DLBE excellence and equity.
Partnering With Dual Language Leaders Across the State
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MILE is committed to collaborations with Maryland’s dual language leaders.
To the right, dual language leaders from across the state represent a panel discussing their experiences opening dual language programs in their districts. From left to right: Larisa Avellaneda, ESOL Educational Associate in Baltimore City Public Schools; Julia Walsh, Principal of Tyler Heights in Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Jane Tarwacki, Immersion Programs Supervisor in Prince George's County Public Schools; Autumn Hoffman, Content Specialist for English Language Development and Bilingual Education in Charles County Public Schools. The panel was moderated by Dr. Melinda Martin-Beltrán (pictured far right), UMD Associate Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership, and Associate Director of Professional Development for MILE.