MFLA is excited to announce that applications are now open for the following scholarships and awards due April 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM:

📚 Ann Beusch Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is available to high school seniors and college students pursuing a career in world language education. Eligible applicants must be recommended by a current MFLA member.
➡️ Apply here

🏆 Maryland Language Teacher of the Year
Are you an outstanding world language educator? This prestigious award recognizes excellence in language teaching and advocacy. The winner will represent Maryland at the regional NECTFL competition, with the potential to advance to the national ACTFL Teacher of the Year competition.
➡️ Apply here

🎨 Spring 2025 MFLA Visual Arts Contest
Theme: “Why is learning another language important?”
Open to students of all levels, this contest invites creative visual interpretations of language learning’s value. Winners receive cash prizes, and the overall winner’s artwork will be featured on the MFLA Fall Conference program cover!
➡️ Apply here

For more details, visit MFLA’s Website or contact [email protected]. Don’t miss these incredible opportunities! 🚀

Dear Maryland Educators,

Happy New Year! We are excited to announce the 2024 MFLA Spring Conference, to be held on Saturday, March 15th, at Worcester Technical High School in Worcester County, MD, just a short drive from the beautiful Ocean City, Maryland! You heard that right; we are returning to Maryland’s Eastern Shore!

We invite you to submit a proposal to present a session or workshop that will inspire and empower your fellow educators. We welcome a broad range of topics that support language learning and teaching, including but not limited to:

• Innovative teaching strategies
• Technology integration in language classrooms
• Cultural competency and inclusion
• Assessment practices
• Professional development and teacher collaboration
• World language advocacy
• Global citizenship and language education

Deadline for Proposals: January 19th at 11:59pm
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We encourage submissions from all levels of experience and invite ideas that reflect the diverse and dynamic nature of world language education. Whether you're a seasoned educator or an emerging voice in the field, we want to hear from you!

Join us in Worcester County, just minutes from the beautiful shores of Ocean City, for a day of professional growth, networking, and inspiration. We look forward to seeing you there and learning together!

Thank you for your dedication to shaping the future of world language education!
Warm regards,
The MFLA Conference Committee

Teachers, are you thinking about creating something new and different for your classes? Looking for funding? MFLA wants to offer you up to $1,000 in financial support. Check out the application for the ESCOLA TEACHER INCENTIVE GRANT on the Awards and Scholarships Page!

We are excited to welcome you to the MFLA Fall Conference 2024! As part of our commitment to making your experience as enriching as possible, we are pleased to share the program grid along with session descriptions so you can begin planning which sessions best suit your interests and professional goals.

By reviewing the grid in advance, you can make more informed decisions about which sessions align with your learning objectives. Whether you're looking for innovative classroom strategies, insights into new technology, or ideas on fostering inclusive and compassionate language learning environments, there’s something for everyone.

What to Know:

• You’ll find the full program grid and session descriptions attached to this email.
• A printed program will be provided upon your arrival at the conference.

We encourage you to take a few minutes to explore the program in detail so you can make the most of your time with us. We can’t wait to see you there and learn together! 

A reminder- We are at Montgomery College Rockville Campus - 51 Mannakee St. Rockville, Maryland 20850. Registration and breakfast are in the Science Center by the big dinosaur beginning at 7:45am. General Session and Keynote with Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller at 8:30! See you then!  

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

We're thrilled to share a sneak peek of the incredible talent joining us for our upcoming event! Our presenters bring expertise, passion, and innovation, offering a diverse range of topics that will inspire and empower you. Check out this tentative list of presenters and their presentation titles—each one designed to give you practical insights and transformative strategies.

MFLA is proud to announce Ellie Allen as the 2024 Teacher of the Year. Ms. Allen, a dedicated French teacher at Williamsport High School since 2017, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to language education and her unwavering commitment to student success.

Ellie consistently puts students first, creating an engaging and supportive classroom environment that fosters both academic achievement and cultural understanding. Her innovative teaching methods inspire her students to excel in French and deepen their appreciation for world languages.

We are thrilled to honor Ms. Allen for her dedication to her students and her passion for teaching. Her work exemplifies the highest standards of language instruction in Maryland.

MFLA-Maryland is pleased to announce our Autumn Book Study! This autumn, join us for a refreshing exploration of "Common Ground: Second Language Acquisition Theory Goes to the Classroom" by Florencia G. Henshaw and Maris D. Hawkins. This book study is designed for teachers of all experience levels, offering practical insights and a chance to connect with fellow educators.

Interested in more information? Visit our Book Study page

​Mark your calendars for the return of the MFLA Fall Conference!
We know that the start of the 24-25 school-year is just a few short weeks away. Start planning your professional learning for NEXT year a bit early. Mark your calendars for our Fall 2024 Conference at Montgomery College- Rockville Campus! 

Want to do more than just attend? SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE WITH US! MFLA is excited to announce the Fall Conference 2024 Call for Proposals! You are doing great things in your classroom, let others in on what is working for you and how you are advancing students' proficiency in world languages.

World language educators customize their professional growth and enhance their repertoire of theoretical knowledge, networking, and practice by selecting 15 hours of sessions offered by MFLA-Maryland. New and experienced educators self-reflect on the professional learning experiences, engage in discussion with colleagues, and design instruction that aligns to State and National Standards.

15 hours will be evaluated through the completion of a running learning log. 

These logs will be turned in through via a Google Form and Google Drive File Upload process in which the participant will submit each learning log reflection following the professional learning experience in which they participated. 
Click here to register for our FREE MSDE CPD Course

Tuesday 2/27/24

Join us in person from 8:30-3:30 for a unique mixed-format conference! Breakfast and Lunch included! Only $25 for Members! ​