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MABE hosts different Dual Language Bilingual Education (DLBE) Networks for specific audiences (leaders, teachers, coaches, special educators, special topics for members only) so that together we can connect to expand toolkits, collaborate in a system of support, and grow professionally. We welcome your participation in these interactive professional learning opportunities where you connect with colleagues to build systems of support and deepen your toolkits that sustain effective DLBE programs. MABE's DLBE Networks are a space for educators to learn from each other and experts in the field.

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DLBE Starting Strong: Navigating Tensions at Start of School     FREE SIGN UP HERE      NEW! 

→ WHO: Everyone is invited to this free introduction to our 2026-27 DLBE Networks. This meeting is a kick-off to our Networks if you are definitely joining one, or as a trial if you're unsure you want to join us. For DLBE educators at any experience level, including but not limited to the audience of our Networks: Leaders, TeachersRed de lectoescritura para maestrasCoaches, and Special Educators

→ WHAT: Conversations will cover start of school tensions around the topics of curriculum, special education, partner teaching, scheduling, translanguaging, and family engagement.  

→ WHEN: Tuesday, September 22 | 4-5pm | FREE

→ FACILITATORS: Dr. Meg Burns, Executive Director, MABE; Elissa Washburn, Director of Professional Learning, MABE; Amy Finsmith, Supervisor of Multilingual Education in Windham, CT & MABE Consultant


Red de lectoescritura para maestras (DLBE Spanish Teacher Network)     REGÍSTRESE AQUÍ     Register by September 29 to avoid late fee.    NEW! 

→ PARA QUIÉN: Para maestros de programas de lenguaje dual y educación bilingüe (DLBE, por sus siglas en inglés).  

→ QUÉ: En esta red en español, los participantes aprenderán sobre: Destrezas fundamentales para estudiantes multilingües (K–5), Comprensión de lectura (K–3 y 3–6), y Escritura para estudiantes bilingües emergentes (K–4 y 5–8). 

→ CUÁNDO: Tres reuniones virtuales | martes, 4-5:15pm (75 minutos) | 6 de octubre de 2026, 10 de noviembre de 2026, 1 de diciembre de 2026

→ FACILITADORAS: Ayda Parra Rojas, Especialista de lenguaje dual, Windham PS, CT


DLBE Leader Network     REGISTER HERE     Register by September 30 to avoid late fee.

→ WHO: For DLBE program, school, and district leaders and administrators, such as principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and department heads.

→ WHAT: Participants will determine discussion topics to explore challenges and share solutions. 

→ WHEN: Six Virtual Meetings | Wednesdays, 9-10:30apm (90 minutes) | October 7, 2026; November 4, 2026; December 2, 2026; January 6, 2027; February 3, 2025; March 3, 2027 

→ FACILITATOR: Sue McGilvray-Rivet, Experienced DLBE Leader & MABE Consultant  


DLBE Coach Network     REGISTER HERE     Register by October 1 to avoid late fee.

→ WHO: For DLBE coach staff.

→ WHAT: Participants will focus on problems of practice. 

→ WHEN: Three Virtual Meetings | Thursdays, 4-5:15pm (75 minutes) | October 8, 2026; November 5, 2026; December 3, 2026

→ FACILITATORAmy Finsmith, Supervisor of Multilingual Education in Windham, CT & MABE Consultant


DLBE Special Education Network         REGISTER HERE     Register by October 13 to avoid late fee. 

→ WHO: For DLBE special educators (e.g. support staff, teachers, and leaders who support bilingual special education students) and staff involved in the assessment process for bilingual students who are struggling or are receiving special education services (e.g. social workers, guidance counselors, coaches). 
→ WHAT: Participants will explore the following: Learning From Biliteracy Trajectories in MTSS, Scaffolding for Language and Content with Dually Identified Students, and Developing IEPs for Dually Identified Students. Learn more about this historic network.

→ WHEN: Three Virtual Meetings | Tuesdays, 4-5:15pm (75 minutes) | October 20, 2026; November 17, 2026; December 15, 2026

→ FACILITATORS: Casey Anthony, Bilingual Special Educator, DLBE Grade 5 Teacher, Barbeieri School, Framingham PS, MA; Analiese Reigstad, DL Program Specialist, Somerville PS, MA


DLBE Teacher Network (English)      REGISTER HERE    Register by October 15 to avoid late fee.

→ WHO: For DLBE teaching staff.

→ WHAT: Participants will determine discussion topics to explore challenges and share solutions

→ WHEN: Three Virtual Meetings | Thursdays, 4-5:15pm (75 minutes) | October 22, 2026; November 19, 2026; December 17, 2026

→ FACILITATORElissa Washburn, Director of Professional Learning, MABE 



BOOK CLUB     Free to MABE Members!      REGISTRATION OPENING SOON     NEW!   This year's Special Topic Network. 

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Meeting Materials, Handouts and Resources from past years are available to MABE Members on Members Only pages.

If you would like to be added to the email list for any of these networks, please send an email request to admin@mabene.org

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