Bringing Language Into Focus: Expectations, Functions, and Features

This virtual workshop is designed for all K–12 educators and gives them an opportunity to take a closer look at the Key Language Uses (genre families) by engaging in a deeper exploration of Language Expectations, Language Functions, and Language Features. Participants will learn the importance and purpose of mentor texts to make language visible to students. Participants will engage in exploration of materials and additional resources to support their classroom implementation using the WIDA ELD Standards Framework.

Dates: September 30 and October 7, 2026.

Time: 4 to 5:30 Central (Virtual). 

For questions contact renae.lehman@state.sd.us