ATDLE-Voices of Dual Language Education

Episode 6: The Power of Music in Dual Language. Special Guest- Mariela Contreras

Episode 6: The Power of Music in Dual Language Special Guest-Mariela Contreras, Dual Language Educator & Music Teacher, Mariela combines her love of music and the joy of working with children in the classroom as she finds ways to integrate music to teach language, math, science, history and more. In this episode we discuss: * Music as a tool in dual language classrooms * Building confidence in speaking and participating in two languages through music * Examples of how to create structured opportunities for students to engage in meaningful academic and social conversations * Incorporate music into daily classroom routines -One key takeaway about oracy in dual language education * Examples of a songs and musical activity that successfully supported vocabulary or language comprehension * Follow Mariela: * https://www.instagram.com/_maestramariela/ [https://www.instagram.com/_maestramariela/] https://www.instagram.com/musicmariela/ [https://www.instagram.com/musicmariela/] https://www.marielacontreras.com/ [https://www.marielacontreras.com/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2CLlpcrhL0hvMqcNGbrT0w [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2CLlpcrhL0hvMqcNGbrT0w] * ATDLE Conference June 17-19 in San Diego, CA [https://atdle.org/annual-conference/] * Our partners For more information about our upcoming events www.ATDLE.org [https://atdle.org/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ATDLE_2.0]| Podcast [https://rss.com/podcasts/atdle-voices-of-dual-language-education/]| TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@atdletwbi] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/atdletwbi/]| Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ATDLE/] Hosted by: Angelica Sandoval [https://www.instagram.com/maestrasandovalin1st/] Gisel Barrett [https://www.instagram.com/maestrabarrett/]

Oracy in Action: Strengthening Listening and Speaking in Dual Language Education. Special Guest-Dr. Olga Grimalt

Episode 5: Oracy in Action: Strengthening Listening and Speaking in Dual Language Education Special Guest-Dr. Olga Grimalt, Dual Language Specialist, Founder/CEO · Multilingual Learning Network, and ATDLE founding member currently serving on their advisory board. In this episode we discuss: * Dr. Grimalt's focus on oracy within dual language education * Why speaking and listening sometimes overlooked compared to reading and writing * Examples of how to create structured opportunities for students to engage in meaningful academic and social conversations * What should administrators look for when observing oracy in dual language classrooms * One key takeaway about oracy in dual language education * Dr. Grimalt's organization-Multilingual Learning Network * Follow Dr. Grimalt: * https://www.instagram.com/dr.olga_grimalt/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.olga_grimalt/] https://www.multilinguallearning.com/ [https://www.multilinguallearning.com/] * ATDLE Conference June 17-19 in San Diego, CA [https://atdle.org/annual-conference/] * Our partners For more information about our upcoming events www.ATDLE.org [https://atdle.org/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ATDLE_2.0]| Podcast [https://rss.com/podcasts/atdle-voices-of-dual-language-education/]| TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@atdletwbi] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/atdletwbi/]| Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ATDLE/] Hosted by: Angelica Sandoval [https://www.instagram.com/maestrasandovalin1st/] Gisel Barrett [https://www.instagram.com/maestrabarrett/]

Honoring Our Roots, Expanding Our Children’s Future Special Guest-Ovi Vásquez

Episode 04- Honoring Our Roots, Expanding Our Children’s Future * Special guest Author & National Leadership Keynote Speaker and dual language parent Ovi Vásquez [https://www.instagram.com/ovinspires2/?hl=en] In this episode we discuss: * Ovi's personal journey & roots * His perspective as a parent of dual language programs * How dual language education helps children stay connected to their culture * A look on how dual language programs show up at home—supporting children socially, emotionally, and academically * Reflection on common doubts parents have and a real-life insight into how dual language has positively impacted her children. * Ovi's Book Recommendation for Parents and Educators * E-Learner series February 7th [https://atdle.org/learner-series/] * ATDLE Conference June 17-19 in San Diego, CA [https://atdle.org/annual-conference/] * Our partners For more information about our upcoming events www.ATDLE.org [https://atdle.org/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ATDLE_2.0]| Podcast [https://rss.com/podcasts/atdle-voices-of-dual-language-education/]| TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@atdletwbi] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/atdletwbi/]| Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ATDLE/] Hosted by: Angelica Sandoval [https://www.instagram.com/maestrasandovalin1st/] Gisel Barrett [https://www.instagram.com/maestrabarrett/]

From Language to Identity: Integrating the Third Pillar in Dual Language Classrooms

* Topic: From Language to Identity: Integrating the Third Pillar in Dual Language Classrooms * Special Guests: Graciela Flores and Hilda Escamilla * Intro * Third goal of dual language programs and definition * Sociocultural competence just as important as bilingualism and biliteracy * Examples of school/classroom practices that intentionally build sociocultural competence * Mr. Arriaga Rodriguez, a 5th grade educator at Lockwood STEAM Academy a 50/50 Spanish immersion program * Ways that schools can partner with families and communities to strengthen this goal * Advice would you give to a school just beginning to focus on sociocultural competence * Educational book do you recommend for our dual language educators * Hosts: Angelica Sandoval Gisel Barrett

ATDLE's Past, Present and Future

Episode 02- ATDLE Past, Present and Future with special guest ATDLE’s Executive Director Kevin Chavez. In this episode we discuss: * ATDLE's History * How the organization evolved through the years * Areas of Focus * Highlights for 2026 Conference * How ATDLE can support your Dual Language Program * Learner Series with Angelica Sandoval * Book Recommendation * Our partners Hosted by: Angelica Sandoval Gisel Barrett