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Supporting Newcomers: Building Bridges Between Classroom and Home
Thursday, February 6, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Presented by Dr. Jeannette Long, Academic Officer, Teacher Created Materials; and Jen Jump, Senior Academic Officer, Teacher Created Materials
Moderated by Heather Brooke, Vice President of Professional Learning, Teacher Created Materials
Sponsored by Teacher Created Materials
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Ready to make a difference for your newcomer students? View this fun and interactive session, packed with practical tips and engaging strategies to help you create a warm and inclusive classroom environment. Come prepared to learn, and leave with fresh, actionable ideas that will help your newcomers—and their families—thrive!
In this recorded edWebinar, you will:
- Learn how to connect with newcomers, support their language growth, and celebrate unique backgrounds
- Discover easy-to-implement ideas for scaffolding instruction, fostering a sense of belonging, and engaging families to support student success
- Explore ways to build positive relationships with parents, involve families in the learning process, and create a community that extends beyond the classroom
This edWebinar provides K-12 teachers with classroom-ready strategies to support newcomer students, equip curriculum coordinators with practical approaches to enhance instructional frameworks, and offer administrators actionable insights for fostering schoolwide engagement and family involvement.
About the Presenters
Dr. Jeannette Long is an Academic Officer at Teacher Created Materials, bringing over 25 years of experience as a teacher, school administrator, and district leader. Previously the Coordinator for the Multicultural Education Department in Osceola County, Florida, she developed innovative projects for multilingual learners, delivered ESL-focused professional learning, and coached teachers using data-driven strategies. An English language learner herself, Dr. Long draws from her diverse experience across elementary to post-secondary education to promote equity and inclusion. Her dedication to student success has earned her recognition as Teacher of the Year and Minority Teacher of the Year.
Jen Jump is a Senior Academic Officer at Teacher Created Materials, where she provides professional development and training on curriculum materials and professional resources. With over 20 years of experience, Jen is a passionate educator dedicated to improving student achievement. Before joining TCM, she supported curriculum and professional development for Washington, D.C.’s fast-growing urban school district. She led the creation of content-rich text set curricula for K-5 ELA and facilitated professional learning through group training and one-on-one coaching. Her work empowered educators to enhance literacy instruction and elevate student success.
About the Moderator
Heather Brooke is the VP of Professional Learning at Teacher Created Materials, where she oversees a team that delivers high-quality professional learning workshops for educators nationwide.
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