Our Kids Summer Institute Reaches Milestone

For the past ten years, the Our Kids Summer Institute has provided a high-quality professional development opportunity for teachers and administrators who work with English learners. Historically, premier presenters from the U.S and Canada have shared their expertise, networking opportunities and multicultural experiences have been provided and various conference strands have met a range of needs and interests among participants. 

In addition, Our Kids prides itself on highlighting cultures of students and families in Iowa by incorporating culturally and linguistically diverse voices in panels, cultural performances, planning, etc. Speakers at this year’s event will include: 

• Edward Steinman - Civil Rights attorney in the landmark Lau v. Nichols judgment (1974) that precipitated a federal requirement for ESL programming in K-12 schools 
• Consuelo Kickbush - Inspiring author, role model and founder, EDUCATIONAL Achievement Services, Inc. 
• Diane August - Managing researcher at American Institute of Research (AIR), author, ELL expert and national leader 
• Jeanette Gordon - Education specialist of differentiated instruction and ELL methods, Illinois Resource Center (IRC) 

In addition, there will be a variety of “spotlight sessions” of interest that participants can select to attend. 
Dates: June 24 & 25, 2014 
Location: Waukee High School 
Activity Number: ES007668221501