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Bridging Data and Educational Practice: Collaboration between admissions and teaching staff to support multilingual learners and foster belonging
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- Feb 13
- 2 min read
Friday, 7 March 12:40-13:40
In today's globalized educational landscape, international schools are home to diverse students from a wide range of linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities within these classrooms, the Admissions Office has partnered with a Linguistic Research and Development Specialist to present a dynamic workshop focused on empowering educators to effectively support multilingual learners.
This partnership is rooted in a shared commitment to inclusive education. By uniting the Admissions Office’s insights on student demographics and the Linguistic Specialist’s expertise, we aim to build a bridge that equips all educators with tools and strategies to support multilingual learners across the curriculum. This collaborative effort emphasizes that a supportive educational experience for multilingual students requires a whole-school approach where every teacher is empowered to contribute to students' linguistic and academic success.
Objective
To inform and inspire educators about the role of data and inclusive practices in supporting multilingual learners. The aim is to build a shared understanding of the importance of linguistic diversity, while presenting practical strategies for creating a welcoming school environment where every multilingual student feels valued and supported.
Outcome Goals
By the end of the presentation, educators should:
Recognize the value of Admissions data in understanding and supporting multilingual learners.
Be inspired to implement inclusive teaching practices that foster a genuine sense of belonging.
Commit to collaboration with colleagues across departments to ensure multilingual students feel fully supported, both academically and socially
SPEAKER
Anja Cwidak (ICSZ) Linguistic Research and Development Specialist
Anja, an accomplished educator, possesses a wealth of experience teaching German in a variety of global contexts. With a deep commitment to advocating for multilingual learners in international education, she firmly believes that linguistic inclusion serves as a catalyst for fostering a sense of belonging in educational settings. Anja's pedagogical approach is informed by a nuanced understanding of the central role language plays in shaping cultural identities. Anja is a strong advocate for empowering teachers to enable multilingual learners to fully access and engage with the curriculum.
Gabriella Santoro Londero (ICZS) Admissions Officer
Gabriella is deeply passionate about customer care, with over 30 years of experience in the field, including 14 years specializing in admissions. With a solid foundation in sales and marketing, Gabriella truly understands the essence of customer care and its vital role in fostering meaningful relationships. Having worked in diverse cultural environments - including Australia, Italy, and now Switzerland - Gabriella brings a broad perspective on the cultural nuances that influence customer interactions. Gabriella recognizes that customer care is a deeply personal experience, where understanding language and culture is key to effectively connecting with and supporting families.
