Are you ready to dive into the latest trends, insights, and invaluable networking opportunities? The annual Fall Conference is just around the corner, and it promises to be a game-changer! Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, this event is designed for teachers from all walks of life. Join us on October 13-14 for an extraordinary experience that will leave you inspired and informed.

What to Expect

Our Fall Conference is a two-day event that's set to be a whirlwind of knowledge-sharing, networking, and personal growth. This year's conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, interactive sessions, and engaging workshops that cater to a wide range of interests. There's something for everyone. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Inspirational Keynotes: Our renowned speaker will provide insight into the latest trends and strategies. Get ready to be motivated and informed by some of the best in the business.
• Interactive Workshops: Dive deep into specific topics that interest you the most. Participate in hands-on workshops that offer practical knowledge you can apply immediately.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, potential collaborators, and teacher-leaders. Share experiences, ideas, and build lasting relationships.
• Innovative Exhibitions: Explore the latest products and services that could transform your professional life. Get firsthand experience with the latest advancements.

Where to Find Important Information

To make the most of the Fall Conference, it's crucial to have access to all the important details. You can find everything you need on our Fall Conference page on our website. This is your one-stop destination for:

• Event Schedule: Stay up to date with the full conference schedule, including session timings, speaker information, and workshop details.
• Registration Information: Learn how to register, secure your spot, and take advantage of early bird discounts.
• Location: Find out where the event will be held.
• Contact Information: Have questions? Reach out to our team for assistance.

Mark Your Calendar

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We can't wait to welcome you to this year's conference, where we'll help you unleash your potential and achieve your professional goals. Together, let's make this an unforgettable experience that propels your career to new heights!

Don't delay – mark your calendar for October 13-14 and visit our Fall Conference page to get started. We can't wait to see you there!

Applications for the following awards are now available. All applications can be found on our Awards & Scholarships page and must be completed by Friday, June 2, 2023 at 11:59 PM:

• Maryland Language Teacher of the Year
• Dora Kennedy New Teacher Scholarship
• Ann Beusch Scholarship
• Visual Arts Contest

Best of luck to all applicants! If you have any questions, please contact MFLAawards@gmail.com

Congratulations to Serena Keeney- Horsch, the 2023-24 LILL Cohort representative for the state of Maryland. LILL is the ACTFL Leadership Initiative for Language Learning. According to ACTFL, "LILL empowers individuals to become agents of change in order to foster a growth mindset focused on effective teaching, learning, and purposeful nurturing of leadership skills, all in the service of learners."

 The application to apply for the NECTFL Mead Leadership Fellows Nomination is now available! The Mead Program supports individuals in the development of a project that contributes to the world language teaching profession and advances quality language instruction.  Each scholarship recipient will be assigned a mentor with expertise in the area of that person’s project, and NECTFL will facilitate virtual and, if possible, face-to-face meetings of the two.

​Final applications are due by Jan 6, 2023 (NEW DATE). For more info, visit our Awards & Scholarships page.

The A & R Productions Scholarship is now available. Applications are due November 13, 2022. This scholarship provides free registration to the Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL) to two world language educators.  Please submit application and all documents to MFLAawards@gmail.com. To access the application, visit our Awards & Scholarships page.

Join us Thursday - Saturday, October 20-22, 2022 for our virtual conference! Registration is now open and closes on Monday, October 17. For more information, visit our Professional Growth page!

Elementary school- PAINT BRANCH CHINESE IMMERSION SCHOOL
Student- NICOLÁS RIVERO  
Teacher- Ms. Pei-Husan Li

​Tuesday, August 16, 2022
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Check in starts at 4:50 PM

Faculty enter the world language classroom with high ambitions and expectations, but sometimes equipped with very few successful strategies for second language acquisition for beginning level students. Faculty often ask, "How communicative can Level I be?" ACTFL recommends that language educators and their students use the target language es exclusively as possible (90% plus) at all levels of instructions. Participants will leave this session with a toolkit assisting in:

• Developing the classroom culture: How do you want your classroom to feel? How do you want it to sound? What do you want it to look like?
• Implementing Diagnostics exams to determine student proficiency levels
• Starting from scratch with Unit 0
• Providing advice for students: Bridging the gap between class and personal life
• Creating sensible and healthy boundaries
• Teaching Study Skills and individual learning styles
• Establishing cross curriculum connections

to embark on the communicative journey conducted almost entirely in the target language, encompassing the five C's of language instruction and supporting K-16 Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st Century established by ACTFL.

This webinar will be presented in English.

​Register at this link