As our state, nation, and world brace for the demands of navigating a global pandemic with COVID-19, we are reminded of just how important it is for us to work and act as global citizens -- people who understand that we live in an interconnected world. The major events of September 11, 2001, the invasion of Afghanistan and Global War on Terror that followed, and the Iraq War that began in 2003 were…
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has announced that they are hiring for the position of World Languages Program Supervisor. Please help us spread the word.
We are a community dedicated to increasing and improving international and global education in the state of Washington. This website serves as a place to connect and communicate about ideas, resources, and events. (If you have an event you'd like us to post, just email information about it to intledwa@gmail.com.) The Washington State Coalition for International Education was formed in spring 2003, as an affiliation of individuals and organizations committed to preparing all students for today’s…
The UW STARTALK program invites you to join language teaching colleagues from the University of Washington and around the state for our seventh STARTALK-sponsored symposium on working with heritage language learners. Saturday, February, 22nd 20209:00 am - 4:00 pm It's Free! University of WashingtonMary Gates Hall 241Seattle, WA We are very excited to bring a new keynote speaker this year: KEYNOTE: Anke al-Bataineh, PhD | نهى" انكا البطاينة" | Անգը ՊադայնէChair, MA Program in Language Education, WGUInstructor, Student-Centered…
SB 5607 - 2019-20 Concerning dual language learning in early learning and K-12 education. This bill represents the most substantial funding that the Washington State Legislature has approved for several years to support languages besides English. It is specifically for Dual Language programs oriented to serving students who qualify for English Learner services to learn academic content through their home language (as well as English) in a Dual Language educational setting. Funds can…