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Soluciones Institute®
Soluciones Institute®
Bloomington, Illinois | July 16–18, 2025
Day 1
Wednesday, July 16th
Wednesday, July 16th
7:00–8:00 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
Location: Redbird B
8:00–9:30 a.m.
Keynote—Achievement Gap or Opportunity Gap? Reframing the Narrative for EL Latino/a Students
Keynote—Achievement Gap or Opportunity Gap? Reframing the Narrative for EL Latino/a Students
Luis F. Cruz
Location: Redbird CD
9:30–9:45 a.m.
Break
9:45–11:15 a.m.
Luis F. Cruz—A Hands-On Experience: The School We Have Versus the School We Need
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—Say What? Increasing MLs’ Airtime and Accountable Speaking
Location: Redbird E
Linda Mira and Laura Reyes—Using SDAIE Strategies to Support English Learners
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—SEL and ELs: Core Competencies and Strategies to Ensure Success for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations
Location: Redbird A
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Lunch (on your own)
Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m.
Luis F. Cruz—A Lens to Strengthen PLCs for Latino/a English Learners
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—We Learn Better Together
Location: Redbird E
Linda Mira & Laura Reyes—Using Student-Driven Text Talk to Support Standards-Based Instruction in Math
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—Inclusive Instructional Practices for All Learners Through Social, Emotional, and Academic Learning
Location: Redbird A
2:15–2:30 p.m.
Break
2:30–3:30 p.m.
High-Impact Talks—Short “TED Talk” sessions with tips and tricks to aid learning and school improvement. Session A and B are the same, allowing attendees to attend more than one talk.—Descriptions
High-Impact Talks—Short “TED Talk” sessions with tips and tricks to aid learning and school improvement. Session A and B are the same, allowing attendees to attend more than one talk.—Descriptions
Session A - 2:30–2:55 p.m.
Session A - 2:30–2:55 p.m.
Session B - 3:05–3:30 p.m.
Session B - 3:05–3:30 p.m.
Luis F. Cruz—Understanding the Why: Building Commitment to Change for ELs
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—Teaching Tunes! Using Music to Enhance SWIRL
Location: Redbird E
Linda Mira & Laura Reyes—Using Visuals to Build Vocabulary: Supporting Students in Content Classes
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—The Power of Student Voice: Integrating SEL, Relationships, and Collaboration to Create an Inclusive and Positive Learning Environment
Location: Redbird A
7:00–8:00 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
Location: Cafeteria
8:00–9:30 a.m.
Keynote—The SWIRL Method: Supporting Multilingual Learners as They Speak, Write, Interact, Read, and Listen
Keynote—The SWIRL Method: Supporting Multilingual Learners as They Speak, Write, Interact, Read, and Listen
Susan B. Katz
Location: Redbird CD
9:30–9:45 a.m.
Break
9:45–11:15 a.m.
Luis F. Cruz—An Inclusive, Healthy Climate and Culture for Latino/a English Learners
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—Reading: Helping Students Become Book Smart
Location: Redbird E
Linda Mira and Laura Reyes—Visualizing to Comprehend Text
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—Culturally Responsive Instructional Coaching Practices That Motivate All Learners to Excel
Location: Redbird A
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Lunch (on your own)
Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m.
Luis F. Cruz—21st Century Parenting for Latino/a Students
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—Listen Up! Exploring the Importance of Intentional Listening for Students
Location: Redbird E
Linda Mira and Laura Reyes—Using SDAIE Strategies to Support English Learners
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—Equity, Inclusion, and Empowerment: Taking a Deeper Dive Into the Power of Belonging for Latino and EL Students
Location: Redbird A
2:15–2:30 p.m.
Break
2:30–3:30 p.m.
Team Time: Ask an Expert—Presenters aid in your collaborative team discussions.
Location: Redbird CD
7:00–8:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Location: Redbird B
8:00–10:00 a.m.
In-Depth Seminars—Descriptions
In-Depth Seminars—Descriptions
Breakout Sessions
Breakout Sessions
Luis F. Cruz—Reflection and Commitment: Investing in the Necessary Infrastructure for EL Success
Location: Redbird CD
Susan B. Katz—Putting Pen to Paper: GIving Multilingual Learners More Opportunities to Write
Location: Redbird G
Hector Montenegro—Engaging and Empowering Latino Parents Through Collective Thinking and Learning
Location: Redbird A
10:00–10:15 a.m.
Break
10:15–11:30 a.m.
Keynote—The Power of Equitable and Inclusive Centered Leadership: Taking a Deeper Dive
Keynote—The Power of Equitable and Inclusive Centered Leadership: Taking a Deeper Dive
Hector Montenegro
Location: Redbird CD
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