2026 Newcomer Network Conference: Full Schedule

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10:10am PDT

Arts on the Plaza: Bringing EL Roadmap Principle 1 to Life Through Visual Art

Friday October 9, 2026 10:10am - 11:00am PDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Art has the unique power to heal, empower, and build community. "Arts on the Plaza" is an innovative, quarterly lunchtime pop-up that turns the school campus into a celebration of student identity and talent through visual and performing arts. Led by 2025 Teach Plus Change Agent Grant recipient Erin Webster, this session explores how to use creative, student-centered events to build a welcoming and inclusive environment. Discover practical ways to give your students voice and agency while fulfilling Principle 1 of the EL Roadmap by honoring the rich cultural assets of newcomer students.

Speakers

Erin Webster

Illustration Pathway Coordinator / Art Teacher, Washington Union High School, Fresno, CA

Erin Webster is an artist, an educator, and a recipient of the 2025 Teach Plus Change Agent Grant from the Central Valley of California. Holding a master's degree and a single-subject teaching credential in visual art from Fresno State University, Erin is deeply committed to the... Read More →

Friday October 9, 2026 10:10am - 11:00am PDT
Gomes 3rd Floor

Breakout Session

11:00am PDT

Math Multilingual Learner Strategies for Every Classroom

LIMITED

Friday October 9, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Gomes

Limited Capacity seats available

MLR's combined with ELD standards. Funds of Knowledge. How they look in the class, and how we can help our students as they work through the math. Engage students, promote inclusivity and empower students.

Speakers

Gloria Carrasco

Math Coordinator, Merced County Office of Education

Hola, soy Gloria G. Carrasco. I began my career as a high school teacher at Livingston High, where I spent my years learning and refining the math for our students, I kept up with this as I transitioned to Atwater High. After a few years, I took a big leap into the world of leadership... Read More →

Luz Valdez

Math Coordinator, Merced County Office

Luz Valdez is a math coordinator focused on improving math instruction for multilingual learners. She has experience delivering professional development in mathematics and is passionate about helping educators develop practical skills for incorporating ELD standards into their work... Read More →

Friday October 9, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Gomes 3rd Floor