CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

HUNDREDS OF WORKSHOPS AND INSTITUTES ON A VARIETY OF STRANDS AND TOPICS ON BILITERACY, ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT, MULTICULTURAL COMPETENCY, AND EQUITY IN EDUCATION FOR ALL MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS!

CONTENT & CURRICULUM

  • Dual Language Learners and Early Childhood Education
  • Literacy/Biliteracy Development and  Instruction
  • English Language Development—Designated and Integrated
  • English Language Arts/English Language Development Framework
  • ELPAC (English Language Proficiency Assessments for California)
  • Newcomers and Long-Term English Learners
  • Spanish Language Arts and Language Development
  • Assessment and Accountability
  • Equity and Access in the Classroom
  • Special Populations
  • STEAM — Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics
  • Next Generation Science Standards
  • Visual & Performing Arts
  • Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) Model
  • Social Emotional Learning

BILITERACY & MULTICULTURALISM

  • Prop 58 in Action — Building Multilingual Programs
  • Dual Language Immersion and Dual Language Learners
  • Workshops in Multiple Languages (Spanish,  Mandarin, Vietnamese, etc.)
  • Spanish Language Academy
  • The State Seal of Biliteracy
  • Biliteracy/Multiliteracy Programs
  • Cultural Competency
  • Bilingual Authors
  • International Presenters

ADMINISTRATIVE & SCHOOL BOARDS

  • Administrator and School Board Leadership
  • Administrative Leadership Symposium
  • How to be an Effective Leader for Biliteracy and English Learner Programs
  • Safe Haven Schools and Districts
  • Educator Leadership Networks
  • Pathways to Becoming an Administrator

POLICY & ADVOCACY

  • Updates on Legislation
  • LCAP Implementation
  • Updates from the California Department of
    Education and the US Department of Education

UNIVERSITY FACULTY

  • Global University Seal of Biliteracy
  • How to Restart and Grow your Own Bilingual
    Authorization Program
  • Model Teacher Preparation Programs
  • Updates on State Standards, Curriculum,
    and Assessment
  • Binational Teacher Education Programs

TEACHERS

  • Refreshing or Obtaining your Bilingual
    Authorization/BCLAD
  • Binational Teacher Professional Development
  • Early Childhood Education: Pre-K and
    Transitional Kindergarten
  • Elementary and Secondary
  • Integrating the Latest Technology in Your
    Classroom
  • Migrant Education
  • Social Emotional Education and Support

EL ROADMAP & GLOBAL CA 2030

  • English Learner Roadmap
  • Overviews and Orientations of Latest Policies
  • Rubrics and Action Planning
  • Transforming Policy into Practice
  • Updates from the California Department of Education

FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

  • Parent and Family Engagement and Leadership
  • Dedicated Parent Center
  • Plaza Comunitaria
  • Parent Committee Workshops (DELAC, ELAC, SSC, PTA, etc.)
  • LCFF and LCAP Information Sessions
  • Safe Haven Schools & Districts and Immigration Resources

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

School Site Visits

Visit exemplary programs for multilingual and English learner students. Pre-registration is required.

Two-Day Intensive Institutes

Immerse yourself in focused, in-depth learning with our two-day institutes! Perfect for educators looking to expand their expertise in a specific area of interest. Pre-registration is required.

High School Student Academy

This full-day program is designed specifically for high school students, empowering them to enhance their leadership skills while exploring a rich blend of cultural experiences, career pathways, and college readiness. Pre-registration is required.

Parent Resource Center

The Rosalía Salinas Parent Resource Center is exclusively for parents to provide a welcome and an orientation to parent attendees. The Parent Resource Center will be open daily.

CABE Education Film Festival

Lights, camera, education! Join us Thursday through Saturday for an exciting lineup of fresh, relevant films that will inspire and engage. Discover stories that highlight the power of learning, culture, and community, all while enjoying a fun and thought-provoking experience at the conference!

Indigenous Languages Institute - New Program

Celebrate and preserve the richness of Indigenous languages through our specialized programs and institutes. CABE 2025 offers a unique opportunity to engage with expert-led sessions that promote the revitalization, teaching, and cultural significance of Indigenous languages in education. Join us to learn best practices, share strategies, and contribute to sustaining these invaluable languages for future generations. Pre-registration is required.

College/University Credit

Attendees can earn college/university credit through Loyola Marymount University during the conference. Enhance your professional development and advance your educational career by taking advantage of this opportunity.

Asian Languages Workshop Strand

Proud to provide key resources and sessions on teaching Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and other Asian languages in dual language and world language programs. Pre-registration is required.

Spanish Language Partners

CABE’s partnerships with Mexico, Spain, Peru, and other Latin American Countries will be highlighted throughout CABE 2025.

EL Roadmap & State Seal of Biliteracy

Enhance your understanding of the California English Learner Roadmap with in-depth sessions designed to provide valuable resources and tools for implementing effective biliteracy programs. Learn how to support students in achieving the prestigious State Seal of Biliteracy, as promoted by Prop 58, and discover strategies to ensure their academic success and linguistic growth. These special sessions will equip educators with the insights needed to strengthen biliteracy pathways and celebrate multilingualism in California schools.

Administrative Leadership Symposium

This dynamic half-day session is designed for educational leaders and is dedicated to driving the success of English learners and biliteracy students. Superintendents, School Board Members, and Assistant Superintendents are invited to attend at no cost. Other district and site leaders are welcome to participate with an additional fee of $75 as part of their CABE 2025 registration. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain leadership insights and strategies to promote equity and multilingualism in your schools! Pre‑registration is required.

High School Mariachi Festival-Competition

CABE’s musical talent-festival-competition is open to all high school and middle school students. Six finalists will be chosen prior the CABE 2025 conference and will be invited to perform live at the Long Beach Convention Center. Pre-registration is required.

Multicultural Traditional Dress Fashion Show

Join us for our second multicultural dress fashion show. This spectacular showcase is dedicated to honoring, embracing, and celebrating the rich tapestry of diverse cultural heritages through the lens of fashion. Pre-registration is required for participants.