Bridging Language & Literacy:

This two-day professional learning series is designed for educators, literacy coaches, administrators, and instructional leaders who support English Learners (ELs).

Participants will deepen their understanding of Public Act 146, the K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia law, exploring:

its legal requirements
the interplay between second-language acquisition and dyslexia
effective screening
effective assessment practices
evidence-based, equity-centered instructional strategies aligned with structured literacy

Participants will leave the series with a roadmap for building or strengthening systems that fulfill both the letter and spirit of the law — supporting ELs with both language development and reading intervention in a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). This professional learning session/series content is in alignment with Michigan's K-12 literacy and dyslexia legislation (PA 146) related to English Learners. Technical Assistance with Implementing requirements of PA 146 will be available to district teams participating in the series.

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Fall 2026 Session

Location: Oakland Schools, 2111 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI 48328
Cost: $50.00
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Day 1: November 19, 2026
Day 2: December 1, 2026

Register HERE for the Fall 2026 Session

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Spring 2027 Session

Location: Oakland Schools, 2111 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford, MI 48328
Cost: $50.00
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Day 1: April 20, 2027
Day 2: May 13, 2027

Register HERE for the Spring 2027 Session

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, (including pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other legally designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management, and Labor Relations at 248.209.2466 or Complaints@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at 248.209.2467 or CivilRights.TitleIX@oakland.k12.mi.us.

Bridging Language & Literacy:

EL Systems Aligned to PA 146

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