Michigan Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages - MITESOL

📣Registration ends in 21 hours! Register now to attend the 2024 Michigan Newcomer Summit!!
For more info, visit bit.ly/MINewcomerSummit24

Reminder! We have 11 days to go until our Newsletter is closed for submissions!!
Submissions should be short (under 500 words) and informal but well-organized.
The deadline is August 1, 2024, and submissions should be sent to [email protected]

📣The call for proposals has been EXTENDED to July 29!! Hurry up and submit your proposals now!!
For more info, visit https://www.mitesol.org/cpages/2024-conference-home

Coming up soon!!

Mark your calendars for July 27 at 2:00 PM ET! English Language Programs is excited to participate in the annual Virtual Black English Language Professionals and Friends (BELPAF) Symposium. This year, we will be hosting a panel discussion on Black ELs and Professionals: Making the Case in the TESOL Profession.

Click on the link below to register. We look forward to seeing you there!
https://bit.ly/3Wg7pyz

We are SO excited to announce our Keynote and Plenary Speakers for our November 9th conference! Our Keynote speaker will be esteemed author Beth Nguyen and our Plenary will be researcher & linguist extraordinaire, Dr. Diane Larsen-Freeman.

Don't forget to submit your conference proposals! https://www.mitesol.org/cpages/2024-conference-call-for-proposals

Stay tuned for registration details!

Do you have any spectacular lesson plans to share? Or have you head any interesting books lately? MITESOL Messages is open for submissions!

Submissions should be short (under 500 words) and informal but well-organized.

The deadline is August 1, 2024, and submissions should be sent to [email protected]

🌟 Calling all educators, researchers, and advocates! 🌟
MITESOL is now accepting proposals for our 2024 Annual Conference at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor! Join us on November 9th to share your insights on this year's theme: "Nurturing Identities, Inspiring Growth."
📅 Deadline: July 22, 2024, 11:59 PM EDT
We welcome proposals that explore the impact of cultural identities on language learning, as well as topics on ESL/ELL teaching, research, policy, technology, and more.
Submit your ideas today and help us create effective and inclusive language learning communities!
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.mitesol.org/.../2024-conference-call-for...

Research participants needed!!

Lori Selke is a TESOL instructor and doctoral candidate at the University of San Francisco. They are seeking LGBTQ+ TESOL instructors of adults to participate in their dissertation research project.
If you’re interested or have questions, please contact Lori Selke at [email protected].

Calling all advocates!!!

As state leaders finalize this year’s school aid budget, a collaborative of education advocates is urging leaders to double the current funding for English Learners this year and commit to fully funding these students' needs. Learn more: link to https://midwest.edtrust.org/press-release/advocates-urge-state-leaders-to-double-funding-for-english-learners/

Call our representatives TODAY! Or, at least by the end of the week. :)

The Education Trust-Midwest

MITESOL Advocacy & Policy Updates: https://www.mitesol.org/cpages/advocacy-and-policy

🌟 Today’s the Day! Join Us for Our Informal Advocacy Meeting! 🌟

Ready to make a difference? 🌍 Our informal advocacy meeting is happening today, and we can’t wait to see you there! 🤝

🗓 Date: Today
🕒 Time: 7-8 p.m.
📍 Location: Virtual. All MITESOL members received the meeting link earlier this week.

🌟 Join Us for an Advocacy Meeting! 🌟

Passionate about making a difference? 🌍 Want to meet like-minded people and brainstorm ideas to drive positive change? 🤝 Join us for an informal advocacy meeting where we’ll share ideas, discuss strategies, and plan our next steps together!

🗓 Date: June 13th
🕒 Time: 7-8 p.m.
📍 Location: Virtual. All current MITESOL members received an invite link in their email!

Whether you're a seasoned advocate or just getting started, everyone is welcome. Let's collaborate, inspire, and take action together! 💬✨

🌟 Calling all educators, researchers, and advocates! 🌟

MITESOL is now accepting proposals for our 2024 Annual Conference at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor! Join us on November 9th to share your insights on this year's theme: "Nurturing Identities, Inspiring Growth."

📅 Deadline: July 22, 2024, 11:59 PM EDT

We welcome proposals that explore the impact of cultural identities on language learning, as well as topics on ESL/ELL teaching, research, policy, technology, and more.

Submit your ideas today and help us create effective and inclusive language learning communities!

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.mitesol.org/cpages/2024-conference-call-for-proposals

Check out the full agenda! See you at the Newcomer Summit!

We are excited to share the full agenda for the Michigan Newcomer Summit! Don't miss this engaging summer learning opportunity! bit.ly/MINewcomer24Agenda Michigan Department of Education Michigan Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages - MITESOL

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June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 From today until 30 June, use code PRIDE20 at checkout to receive 20% off Teaching Pride Forward: Building LGBTQ+ Allyship in English Language Teaching through the Press bookstore!

TESOL members, check your email in the next few days for an additional discount! 🌈📚

Buy this book: https://bit.ly/4axF5LV

Where we started --> where we ended

Cheers to a great webinar! 2024: Integrating AI into the Multilingual Classroom. We had an amazing time with our highest number of attendees (74!!!) ever. So many useful insights from our wonderful presenters. Thank you to all attendees, sponsors, speakers, and organizers for making this event possible.

Be on the look out for our next event, our Nov. 9 Conference at U-M. The theme will be "Nurturing Identities, Inspiring Growth."

Almost time for our exciting event featuring amazing leaders in the TESOL field! Register now if you haven't already. Free for all MITESOL members, $20-25 to join MITESOL!

https://www.mitesol.org/events/webinar-on-artificial-intelligence-in-the-multilingual-classroom

Here is a sneak peak of CAN'T miss information from industry leaders who have incorporated AI into their multilingual classrooms. Register today for our webinar on AI in the multilingual classroom, May 29 from 6:00-7:30 PM! Seats are going fast.
https://www.mitesol.org/events/webinar-on-artificial-intelligence-in-the-multilingual-classroom?cart_id=6650dac857912605dc5c1a6a

MITESOL has been busy busy busy!!! New board members, upcoming webinar on AI with attendees from all over the WORLD, advocacy monthly meetings, all amidst conference prep!!!

Make sure you're registered for our upcoming webinar on integrating AI into the multilingual classroom. You will NOT want to miss it!

These TESOL Leaders Are Shaping the Future of Multilingual Education – Find Out How!

Experience our upcoming webinar on AI Use in Multilingual Classrooms this Wednesday, May 29, from 6-7:30 p.m.

These amazing speakers will share their tips, tricks, and resources for how they incorporate AI into their multilingual classrooms across the spectrum of the students we serve: K-12, Post-Secondary, and Adult Education.

And (perhaps) best of all, this event is FREE for all current MITESOL members. If you're not a member yet and would like to attend the event, join or renew your MITESOL membership today for $25 for full-time employees an $20 for part-time employees and students.

Register now! https://www.mitesol.org/events/webinar-on-artificial-intelligence-in-the-multilingual-classroom

Wow! Over 50 MITESOL members have already signed up for our May 29 webinar: Exploring the Use of AI in the Multilingual Classroom! If you haven't registered yet, here is the link to do so! We'll be meeting from 6:00-7:30 p.m.

2024 Webinar on Artificial Intelligence in the Multilingual Classroom Unlock the Future: The Role of AI in Enhancing the Multilingual Classroom

Hello all! Our Advocacy Monthly Tea-Time is this evening from 7-8 p.m. We'd love to see you there! The meeting link was sent to all active MITESOL members earlier this week.

Come join us for an engaging webinar focused on the dynamic use of artificial intelligence in the multilingual classroom across all Interest Sections: K-12, Post-Secondary, and Adult Ed.

Attendees will learn from K-12, Post-Secondary, and Adult Ed experts in the field about practical applications, share success stories, and discuss the challenges of integrating AI into multilingual classrooms.


Join this insightful conversation to share ideas, gain valuable insights, and contribute to the evolving landscape of AI in the multilingual classroom. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their own experiences and tips.

Register today! https://www.mitesol.org/events/webinar-on-artificial-intelligence-in-the-multilingual-classroom



This event is free for members!

Join or renew today for $25 ($20 for part-time employees and students).

Our monthly advocacy meeting is this Thursday, April 18th, from 7-8 p.m.! We hope to see you there. Meeting link has been sent out to members' emails!

Who is MITESOL? You are MITESOL! In order to learn more about our members, we are asking for your participation in this survey.


We will use this survey to better serve your needs at conferences and future webinars and to make sure that our professional developments remain high-interest and relevant to your needs for continuing your education and improving upon best practices.

Please fill out the form below as you are comfortable so that we can better align our MITESOL benefits with your needs. To be entered into the raffle, at the end of the survey, please provide your name and contact information.

This raffle will close on Friday, June 7th - winners will be announced on social media.

MITESOL members cleanin' up nice at our reception dinner!! Thanks to all who came & shared their company! Happy learning throughout the rest of the TESOL conference!

Just 2 presidents having fun in Tampa Bay!

Join us for Advocacy Tea-Time with our IS Advocacy Leader, Sharon. Our next meeting is March 14th from 7-8 p.m. All active members have received an email with the meeting link. We hope to see you there!