Melissa Duncan, Monett Middle School, Monett Intro I saw the need to obtain additional resources for my English Learners (ELs) to be successful in the mathematics classroom. My master’s program taught me to include multiple resources that will scaffold instruction for my ELs. I discovered the need for anchor charts, vocabulary notebooks, and math manipulatives. Familiarizing myself with my students’ proficiency levels and meeting their literacy needs was impor

Kaitlyn Richter - Nixa Junior High - Nixa, MO Intro This project provides English Learners (ELs) the opportunity to engage with high-interest texts that their English-speaking peers are reading. Edmentum (2023) discusses the importance of giving ELs time to read self-selected texts every day. ELs are some of the hardest working students in our building because of the extra mental hoops they jump through every day. They deserve the opportunity to read stories in their home l

Katherine Brummett, Clardy Elementary Gladstone, Missouri Intro The goal of this project is to enhance literacy for English Learners (ELs) by integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and holistic wellness practices into the curriculum. Through intentional wellness activities and lessons, the project aims to build student confidence and promote self-understanding through intentional wellness lessons and activities. It also encourages the use of home languages to affirm cu