# english learners (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover english learners. Page: Feed: --- ## [Centering indigenous voices in education with Georgina Owen](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Centering-indigenous-voices-in-education-with-Georgina-Owen-e3aiuaq) _2025-11-06 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ In this episode of Highest Aspirations, Sandra Medrano-Arroyo speaks with Georgina Owen, Indian Education Coordinator at the Colorado Department of Education, about advancing authentic and equitable education for Native American students. Georgina shares how collaboration with tribal nations has shaped Colorado’s culturally grounded curriculum, strengthened trust, and ensured that Indigenous… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/110769946/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-6%2Fa37f2a67-4b63-cc38-9281-16c6d5effeb3.mp3) ## [Sustaining EL success through teacher leaders with Dr. Michelle Benegas](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Sustaining-EL-success-through-teacher-leaders-with-Dr--Michelle-Benegas-e39klu3) _2025-10-21 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ In this episode of Highest Aspirations, Sandra Medrano-Arroyo speaks with Dr. Michelle Benegas about building sustainable, schoolwide support for ELs. Michelle shares insights on empowering teacher leaders, creating effective infrastructure for multilingual learner programs, and strategies for strengthening both direct and indirect support. Listeners will learn how to foster collaborative,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/109778307/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-16%2Fc599bb54-7d7d-dd38-ec00-f28a09cbdba4.mp3) ## [Effective coaching for teachers of English learners with Paula Polk](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Effective-coaching-for-teachers-of-English-learners-with-Paula-Polk-e3966u6) _2025-10-07 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ In this episode of Highest Aspirations, Sandra Medrano-Arroyo speaks with Paula Polk about her journey from classroom teacher to language coach and district leader. Paula shares insights on coaching with integrity, empathy, and justice, strategies for supporting multilingual learners, and practical approaches to building teacher expertise. Listeners will learn how to expand their impact in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/109304198/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-13%2Fcc122622-2d67-552a-b8ae-8c34fabdc6d1.mp3) ## [Student agency through academic languaging with Dr. Margo Gottlieb and Dr. Gisela Ernst-Slavit](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Student-agency-through-academic-languaging-with-Dr--Margo-Gottlieb-and-Dr--Gisela-Ernst-Slavit-e38isqr) _2025-09-23 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ In this episode of Highest Aspirations, we speak with Dr. Margo Gottlieb and Dr. Gisela Ernst-Slavit about the powerful concept at the heart of their new book, Academic Languaging . They challenge the traditional view of academic language as a fixed code to be mastered, redefining it as an active, student-driven process that empowers multilingual learners. The conversation dives deep into the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/108671259/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-22%2Fc9abd76a-cccc-8b86-b348-88f561a8b20f.mp3) ## [Organizing a summer newcomer program with Sarah Whitfield](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Organizing-a-summer-newcomer-program-with-Sarah-Whitfield-e37vdnr) _2025-09-09 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ In this episode of Highest Aspirations, we speak with Sarah Whitfield, an ML Instructional Specialist, about the summer Newcomer Academy she directs. Sarah shares the intentional structure of the program, which is designed to build a strong sense of belonging and identity for middle and high school newcomers. She details a profound shift in her approach—moving from "family engagement" to true… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/108033211/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-8%2F41331348-66a0-93ce-fecf-1a0857cbe1dd.mp3) ## [Creating authentic learning experiences for ELs with Dr. Carol Salva](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Creating-authentic-learning-experiences-for-ELs-with-Dr--Carol-Salva-e37berh) _2025-08-26 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ Season 15 of Highest Aspirations begins with Dr. Carol Salva, author of Boosting Achievement. In this episode, Dr. Salva shares updated strategies from the new edition of her book designed to support English learners, newcomer students, and students with limited or interrupted formal education (SLIFE). She discusses practical tools educators can use to accelerate language development, build… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/107378993/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-26%2Fe650b99f-8471-9970-1c99-820db31c7bc1.mp3) ## [Igniting real change for English learners with Carly Spina](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Igniting-real-change-for-English-learners-with-Carly-Spina-e33n21f) _2025-06-03 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ This episode of Highest Aspirations features Carly Spina, an author and passionate advocate for English learners, as she shares her inspiring journey and groundbreaking work. Join us to hear how Carly's upbringing profoundly shaped her deep commitment to ELs, tracing her path from early experiences on Chicago's North Side to becoming a leading voice in education. We'll delve into her impactful… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/103564783/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-2%2F34639470-1f51-2b81-3179-f259ef98f932.mp3) ## [Celebrating the teaching profession with Alaina Peterson, Sarah Nandi, and Thomas Hekma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Celebrating-the-teaching-profession-with-Alaina-Peterson--Sarah-Nandi--and-Thomas-Hekma-e333r4b) _2025-05-20 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ This episode of Highest Aspirations features Sarah Nandi, Alaina Peterson, and Thomas Hekma—former educators who now work at Ellevation—sharing how their classroom experiences shape the way they support educators across the country. Tune in to hear how their journeys from teaching multilingual learners to working in edtech help them build tools and resources that are relevant, empathetic, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/102935115/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-20%2F96f0adc5-3ac6-7488-9e3d-b4e662ee9aec.mp3) ## [Colorado's investment in bilingualism with Alice Collins and Dr. Ester de Jong](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Colorados-investment-in-bilingualism-with-Alice-Collins-and-Dr--Ester-de-Jong-e32f8e4) _2025-05-06 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ This episode of Highest Aspirations welcomes Alice Collins from the Colorado Department of Education and Dr. Esther De Jong from the University of Colorado Denver to explore the dynamic landscape of bilingual education in the state. Discover the innovative programs designed to support Colorado's growing number of multilingual learners and the crucial initiatives aimed at building a strong pipeline… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/102260612/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-6%2F461f79a8-1a9b-3795-13e9-1073b393d8ce.mp3) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g4XkGE9PvYjZ) _2025-05-06 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Connecting with students from hard places with Elise White Diaz](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highest-aspirations/episodes/Connecting-with-students-from-hard-places-with-Elise-White-Diaz-e31rmvc) _2025-04-22 · Ellevation Education · Highest Aspirations_ Elise White Diaz, a passionate advocate for trauma-informed multilingual education, joins Highest Aspirations to discuss practical strategies for connecting with and supporting students who have experienced trauma or come from challenging backgrounds. Drawing on her extensive work in diverse settings, Elise emphasizes the power of understanding students' experiences and building trust as… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2c0086c/podcast/play/101620140/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-3-22%2Fd0565f1b-7e14-eb72-7b94-6eadeb154139.mp3)