How can you tell if your EL student has a disability or is simply adjusting to a new culture and language? This session will explore the areas of language proficiency, achievement, behavior and adaptation to determine whether or not a student is progressing appropriately. Attendees will leave with information about "red flags" that might indicate the need for further information as well as a list of best practices for supporting EL students in the general education classroom.
Emily Jorgenson has been teaching struggling readers for over 25 years. She has a Bachelor of Science in Mild/Moderate Special Education, a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction and endorsements in reading and educational leadership. She is certified in the Wilson Language... Read More →
I have taught various special education classes in various districts for a total of 22 years, spending the last 12 here at Wasatch as a resource teacher.
Megan Hales has been an educator for 21 years. She was a classroom teacher for 15 years and has been an instructional coach for 6 years. Megan has a degree in elementary education from Utah State University and a master's degree in from Southern Utah University. She has a math endorsement... Read More →