SIOP Conference
Dear Teacher,
🍎 I am delighted to share an experience that has filled my heart with worth and inspiration. Imagine with me: the 2023 National SIOP Conference, a place where I had the privilege to serve as a representative of Finita Teachers. It was a heartwarming honor to be there for our wonderful community of educators and share a simple approach to lesson planning for our Multilingual Learners (MLs).
As I waited to present, I felt a sense of anticipation for what was to come—a simple approach that could make lesson planning more manageable and significant for our MLs. And here's the beauty of it: it is not meant to replace what you are currently doing but to provide a scaffold to help plan lessons more efficiently. Who needs extra time? It is the S-K-S (Skills-Knowledge-Strategy) Model, aligned thoughtfully with the esteemed SIOP Model components. The result? A framework that gently guides you through lesson planning, even if you're newer to the process.
Now, let's take a moment to explore the essence of it all. The SIOP Model has always been a supporter of strategies that help our students grasp content and truly engage with academic language. That's where the S-K-S Model comes into play—a friendly tool designed to simplify lesson creation into a smooth process. Say farewell to the stress of planning, and embrace the chance to genuinely connect with your students.
Allow me to share a bit about my journey—with over a quarter-century of teaching, and a wide array of professional development experiences, from SIOP and Kagan to Thinking Map workshops. All these experiences have come together to create a simple yet effective scaffold for educators. Imagine seamlessly weaving SIOP Components into your lessons, ensuring that every student, regardless of their language abilities, can actively participate in reading, writing, listening, and speaking at their grade level.
Now, here's the sweet part—you can finally wave goodbye to the burden of too many resources and late-night lesson planning sessions!
But the heart of this message lies in a special invitation extended just for you. Together, we're unlocking hidden potential in our students and giving them the tools they need to thrive. I cordially invite you to join us in the Finita Teachers Facebook Group.
For those seeking even more, an exciting opportunity awaits. Join me and the Arizona TESOL Association (AZTESOL) for a free, enlightening one-hour workshop on August 24th. Here, we'll plant the seeds of transformation, and you're encouraged to bring along colleagues who share your desire to work smarter, not harder.
Smiles,
Nicole
