ELPA21 was also honored to present at last week’s #ORTESOL Conference in beautiful Portland!

Thanks to the organizers, exhibitors, and everyone who made it a fantastic event—rain and all! 🌧️

Oregon educators, drop your questions below. 👇

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL

We had a great time connecting with so many dedicated educators at last week’s #SETESOL Conference!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth or joined our workshops—and a special shoutout to Dr. Alan Lytle from the Arkansas DOE for co-presenting with us!

#ELL #MLL #ELPA21

🚀 We’re growing!

#ELPA21 is hiring a full-time, remote Project Manager to support English learners nationwide.

Looking for organized, mission-driven candidates with 3–5 yrs classroom experience and a familiarity with state assessments.

Learn more & apply 👉 jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699

#HigherEdJobs

Hey #SETESOL! 👋 Loving the sunshine in Little Rock! ☀️

Stop by the ELPA21 + UCLA CRESST for MLs booth and join our sessions:

Thu @ 1:00 PM – Using ELP Data to Drive Decision-Making
Fri @ 1:15 PM – Implementing Formative Assessment

We can't wait to connect with you!

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL

📣 Join ELPA21 at #ORTESOL2025 this Saturday, Oct. 25, at Portland Community College, Sylvania!

Visit our booth & catch our sessions:

10:45 AM – Formative Warm-up Activities
3:10 PM – Designing ELPA Speaking Tasks

See you soon, Portland!
👉 ortesol.wildapricot.org/event-6215194

#ELL #MLL #ELPA21

Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔊

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An all-new episode of ASSETS The #Podcast is here! 🎙️

Join us as we welcome Sam Singer, veteran educator and founder of the Volunteer State Seal of Biliteracy. She shares her journey from NYC and Nashville classrooms to launching Tennessee’s first Seal of Biliteracy in 2015.

Links in 🧵

#ELL #MLL

We’re headed to #SETESOL2025!

Join ELPA21 and UCLA CRESST for Multilingual Learners Oct. 23–25 in Little Rock, AR. Visit our booth and don’t miss our sessions on formative assessment & using EL proficiency data to drive decision-making.

Learn more 👉 arktesol.org/setesol-conf...

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL

ELPA21 is hiring! 🌟

We're seeking a mission-driven Project Manager with 3-5 years of classroom experience and familiarity with state assessments.

Join our team supporting English learners nationwide! This position is full-time and fully remote.

Learn more & apply: jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699

🚨 Exciting update! Our Facebook group EL Collaborate has been refreshed as the go-to space for all things ELPA21 🎉 

✅ Updates & resources 

✅ Direct Q&A with the ELPA21 team 

✅ Monthly giveaways for active members 

Join today & be part of the conversation! 

👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...

We loved connecting at last week’s #MIDTESOL Conference in Cedar Rapids!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth or joined our workshop.

Got additional questions? Drop them below—and tell us if you attended our session and grabbed your complimentary Formative Assessment Foldable!

#ELL #MLL

#MIDTESOL attendees!

Don’t miss our workshop:

Formative Assessment: A Framework for Supporting EL Success in the Classroom

📅 Today | ⏰ 10–11:30 AM (CT) | 📍 Room 123

Learn a four-step framework to boost English learner outcomes in both language- and content-focused classrooms.

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL

🚨 Something new is coming to EL Collaborate! 🚨 

We’re refreshing our ELPA21 Facebook group to make it the go-to place for connection + resources. 

Join now so you’re ready!

👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...

#ELL #MLL

📢 The latest ELPA21 Insider Newsletter is now on our blog!

Inside: TA training tips, state portal resources, and free classroom supports to help you support English learners.

Read here 👉 elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...

Subscribe for early access + extras!

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL

📣 Midwest educators!

Join #ELPA21 Oct. 3-4 at #MIDTESOL in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visit our booth to learn about our assessment system, go hands-on with our classroom resources, & explore PL opportunities.

Catch our Friday session on formative assessment from 10–11:30 AM in Room 123.

See you there!

ELPA21 was honored to participate in this week’s #NAELPA State Collaboration for Multilingual Learner Policy Meeting as a supporting partner!

We’re proud to back NAELPA’s work in advancing equitable policies and opportunities for multilingual learners nationwide.

#ELL #MLL

New on the ELPA21 blog! 🌟 Whether you’re new to the assessment system or need a refresher, our guide covers everything from TA training to summative testing—plus a 1-page flyer & resources to support you all year!

Read more 👉 elpa21.org/the-assessme...

Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔊

Apple Podcasts  🍎

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Spotify  🟢

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#MultilingualLearners #NewcomerEducation #ASSETSPodcast

🎙️ New ASSETS Podcast! 

We talk with Lara Evangelista of Internationals Network for Public Schools about creating welcoming, culturally responsive schools for newcomer students, engaging families, and fostering equity in education.

Links in 🧵

Kicked off the 2025–26 school year in Jackson, MS, with 3 days of #ELPA21 training for educators & state leaders!

Grateful for the energy & collaboration—and special thanks to Dr. Julie Roberts, Sandra Elliott, Shelly Silvas, Joy Chunn & Lesley Morgan for their support!

#MSEdu #ELL #MLL

👋 Welcome to ELPA21 on Bluesky!

We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.

We're glad to have you with us!

www.elpa21.org

#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL