In our ongoing effort to support the Seal of Biliteracy, the Department is pleased to introduce Seal of Biliteracy Regional Teams (SeBRTs). SeBRTs will consist of teams of World Language and ELL teachers, department heads, principals, and/or district-level administrators. The SeBRTs have four goals: 1) Engage in collective analysis of statewide and regional data; 2) expand awareness of the Seal in their region; 3) establish a Seal of Biliteracy mentorship program in their region; and 4) engage in collective inquiry around a statewide challenge in Seal implementation. Please see below for a list of potential challenges around which SeBRTs may engage in collective learning. The SeBRT program is a two-year commitment and offers 2 levels of engagement — team facilitator and team member. Facilitators will meet quarterly with the Department to discuss the initiatives in their region. They must also prepare and facilitate quarterly meetings with SeBRT team members. SeBRT team members will attend regional meetings and complete independent work in preparation for those meetings. PDPs are available upon completion of the collective learning project.
Topics for collective learning may include, but are not limited to:
Please consider joining one of these important teams. Please contact Andy McDonie with any questions.
Application for Seal of Biliteracy Regional Teams
Last Updated: September 25, 2020
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