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Carly Spina

@mrsspinasclass.bsky.social
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Multilingual Education Specialist, Author, Speaker My passion is serving & supporting multilingual learners, families, and communities. BLOG: movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com BOOK: www.amazon.com/Moving-Beyond-Multil…

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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
An invigorating precon from our own @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social at NABE! We talked finding glimmers, responsive strategies to support newcomers & connected with educators from across the country. A galvanizing reminder, in this challenging time, that we are not alone in this work!
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
We had an invigorating start to #MultilingualIL25 this morning with an engaging keynote from @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social. Carly encouraged the packed house to lean into connections, to embrace linguistic evolution, and reminded us that "the good is still happening every day." Thank you, Carly!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Final day to registerrrr!! irc.thecenterweb.org/events/multi...
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
A little #MondayMotivation from IRC Specialist Carly Spina with this featured post on energy & engagement from the ELLevation blog: ellevationeducation.com/blog/high-e…
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High energy, high engagement, high impact instruction | Ellevation
Watch our product overview to learn how Ellevation can streamline workflows and improve support for ELs in your district Watch video
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Whether you're welcoming SLIFE for the first time or have years of experience with this student population, you will gain new insights, resources and practices to support SLIFE in next week's webinar with Carly Spina! RSVP on the IRC website.
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
All educators and staff members have a role to play in supporting students with limited or interrupted education, also known as SLIFE. In this webinar from Carly Spina, learn how to build capacity so that the entire team is empowered to meet the complex needs of these students. RSVP @ IRC website!
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Next week, join Carly Spina for a deep dive on the ISBE EL Path to Proficiency (EL PtP) and how to leverage the information to best support your students. AM and PM sessions are available. RSVP on the IRC website!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
I am so excited to be a part of this year's hashtag#IMPACT2025 Conference amongst so many folks I deeply respect! It'll be a great few days of virtual learning together. Want to attend?? Simply click this link to register! events.zoom.us/ev/AqVpf76QD...
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NPR @npr.org · 10/10/2025
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado has won this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.
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Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado has won this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Only @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social would spend a wild Saturday night poring over a 13-year study of ELs. 😂 It's fitting then that she led a lively discussion about data, with a reminder that "ACCESS data is SCHOOL data" — it's a reflection of the way the entire school supports English learners.
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 13/09/2025
Have you seen the trend "Unfortunately I do love..." floating around socials? Quick engagement idea for your students in 6-12! movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/2025/09/soci...
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Social Media Trend: Unfortunately I Do Love...
For students in 6-12 especially, we know they spend a lot of time consuming content online. I love bringing social media trends into the cla...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Updated this tool just this week to add Haitian Creole thanks to Karina & Evens Paul!! "I NEED" statement cards for newcomers! movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/2023/08/i-ne...
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"I Need" Cards: Printables for Newcomers
At the beginning of the school year, I always encourage folks to prep a ton of these in anticipation of newcomer students that will arrive t...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Next week is the FY26 Statewide Meeting for Administrators Supporting English Learners. I have two sessions at the end of each day - I'll bring my energy, so don't worry if you've run out of yours (you can share mine with me!). I'd love to see you there!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Will you be at the Illinois Principals Association Conference in October? I have a session that Tuesday and I'd love to see you there!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
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High energy, high engagement, high impact instruction | Ellevation
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Let's hang out and get our learn on this October! illinoisascd.org/professional...
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Igniting Real Change for MultiLingual Learners: Equity and Advocacy in Action presented by Carly Spina
October 16, 2025 Medinah Shrine Addison 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Central Time 5.5 PD Hours Live In-Person, Live On-Line & On-Demand (Recorded-30 days)  Registration includes: Continental Breakfast & Lunc...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Upcoming opportunity to connect & learn together: Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners - so excited to partner with IL ASCD for this event in October! Grab a few colleagues and register together! illinoisascd.org/professional...
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Love this idea from @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social at EmpowerCon — “No” cards. Creating cards & affirmations that celebrate students putting in effort, like trying out for a team, even if they weren’t successful.
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
This will always make my jaw drop when human beings that I love, respect, and admire have my book! Ahhhh!!
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Although Congress appropriated $890 million in Title III funds for FY25, the U.S. Department of Education has not yet allocated these funds to the states. The time is now to act. Let's show up for our schools and communities, together. irc.thecenterweb.org/all-hands-on...
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ALL HANDS ON DECK: Take action to demand release of Title III funds!
Although Congress appropriated $890 million in Title III funds for FY25, the U.S. Department of Education has not yet allocated these funds to the states. The July 1st deadline has since
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Emily Francis @emilyfrancis.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Came home to find this beautiful gifts from @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social — Congratulations on the release of her new book IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS 🔥📚
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
WE SHOULD ALL CARE ABOUT TITLE III DOLLARS BEING WITHHELD. This directly impacts how we're able to serve & support multilingual learners in our schools and communities. GET INFORMED, GET CONNECTED, GET ACTIVE!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Special thanks to NABE for their informative press conference yesterday regarding the Withholding of Title III Funds. They shared many thoughts, ideas, and resources. Witholding these *congressionally approved* funds is already making a HUGE NEGATIVE IMPACT docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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NABE Call to Action-Attachments.docx
Sample letter for contacting members of Congress: Subject: Constituents Urge Immediate Release of FY25 Title III ESSA Funds Dear [Senator/Representative] [Last Name], As your constituents and advocat...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Congratulations to @emilyfrancis.bsky.social on her newest book releases!!! Celebrate with her by ordering these two amazing books!! Paper copy & e-book available on Amazon 🛒 www.amazon.com/Millys-Journ...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
It's publication day and I've cried like 3 times already - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IS HERE!!! I'm so thankful to everyone who has supported this journey of writing my second book! I cannot believe it's here!! www.routledge.com/Igniting-Rea...
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Denise Furlong, Ed.D. @drfurlong.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
#EduSky, check out this amazing new book by @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social! This is THE essential guide for conversations surrounding equity in education for multilingual learners and their families. Link to purchase: www.routledge.com/Igniting-Rea...
Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners
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Dr. Michelle Shory @michelleshory.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
I LOVED @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social first book and look forward to this one! Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners a.co/d/8inHdXQ
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Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners (Equity and Social Justice in Education Series)
Amazon.com: Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners (Equity and Social Justice in Education Series): 9781032823362: Spina, Carly: Books
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
SO excited about this new Corwin release - Learners First: Purpose & Practicality in Your Early Years of Teaching by Dr. Denise Furlong, Ed.D and Keri Orange-Jones! @drfurlong.bsky.social @corwinpress.bsky.social Use code SOCIAL25 for a discount & free shipping!!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
#LitMath25 - Hope to see you tomorrow!!!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
I'm sooooo excited for this! I can't wait to present my session, MOVING BEYOND LEVELING TEXTS FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS Weds June 18th at 10:30am, at the 2025 Joint Conference for Elementary Literacy and Mathematics in Chicago this June! Join me & other educators: nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025 #LitMath2025
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Greetings from beautiful New Mexico! IRC Specialists @maestraolivia.bsky.social & Rachell Plote had a wonderful time presenting and connecting with educators at the @dlenm.bsky.social Translanguaging Summer Institute, and Olivia delivered a powerful keynote. Thank you DLeNM for having us!
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
@mrsspinasclass.bsky.social is on ELLevation's Higher Aspirations podcast! In this compelling conversation, she talks about how her upbringing shaped her deep commitment to ELs, along with her impactful work at the IRC and the philosophies behind her books. ellevationeducation.com/podcast/igni...
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Igniting real change for English learners with Carly Spina | Ellevation
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Sooooo excited to be a part of the MABE hELLo Podcast!!! I deeply love the MABE community and it was so fun to chat about my book releasing this month!! fast.wistia.net/embed/channe...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
I'm so honored to have been on the Highest Aspirations Podcast with ELLevation! We spoke about my first book (Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners), my upcoming book (Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners), my story, and my work at the IRC! info.ellevationeducation.com/webmail/8632...
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Proud team alert! @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social has published a powerful new article in the spring 2025 Illinois ASCD Journal, about the importance of language access and linguistic justice and how everyone is responsible for a linguistically inclusive school community. issuu.com/ilascdpublis...
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ILASCD Spring 2025 Journal
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
I'm so honored to have an article published in the spring issue of the IL ASCD Journal! My article is titled Going it Alone: When Linguistic Inclusivity is One Person's Responsibility. You can check out the link here (my article begins on page 76). issuu.com/ilascdpublis...
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ILASCD Spring 2025 Journal
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Chicagoland teachers, check out this awesome upcoming professional learning opportnity. I'm sad to miss it but it looks amazing! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
My second book is available for pre-order! I am so excited! IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULITLINGUAL LEARNERS: Equity & Advocacy in Action is for YOU! I'm so proud to be a part of the Social Justice & Equity in Education Series at Routlege! www.routledge.com/Igniting-Rea...
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Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners: Equity and Advocacy in Action
In schools across the country, educators are serving more and more multilingual students and families. This book equips you with the considerations, tools, and resources you need as you fight for equi...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
I am SOOOOO excited for this Friday's session at #MABEMI25 - hope to see you there!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
I'm sooooo excited for this! I can't wait to present my session, MOVING BEYOND LEVELING TEXTS FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS Weds June 18th at 10:30am, at the 2025 Joint Conference for Elementary Literacy and Mathematics in Chicago this June! Join me & other educators: nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025 #LitMath2025
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
"Sometimes, we just need to see that our community is still in our corner..." movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/2025/04/wrap...
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Wrapping Our Students in Support
Continuing another session from our Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners book study tomorrow... and this is something that I mention - ...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Coming this summer - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS: Equity & Advocacy in Action!! I'm so excited this this book will be a part of Routledge's Equity & Social Justice in Education Series!!!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Dr. Michelle Shory is spot on!!! @michelleshory.bsky.social
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Super fast C-E-R resources on my blog, including a few printables! The handout specifically is designed to support higher proficiency multilingual learners - I'll try to update a handout for beginning proficiencies soon! movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/2025/04/c-e-...
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C E R (Claim/Evidence/Reasoning) with Multilingual Learners
Not a fancy post, but wanted to get these resources out for whoever might need/want them! :)  Grab all the printables here.  Want to edit t...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Last week, I started a book study in a district with my book, Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners. While it was written a few years ago, I came across this quote - and it felt heavier. Much, much heavier.
Pink and white text on a blue background. "It is on us, now more than ever, to ensure that our students and families feel that school is a place in which they belong" - Carly Spina, Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners.
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
SO excited for next month's #MABEMI25 in Michigan! This year my session is Unifying Instructional Experiences for Newcomer Students! SO exccited to see everyone and meet new friends!!
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Very excited for #IDEACon next week - I have two sessions I'm excited to share but I'll be there all 3 days to learn & grow alongside so many amazing folks! If you're there, let's hang out! :)
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Need something this week that might serve as something of a lighter topic, but still incorporates language? Do your students like puppies? This post has been updated to include the 2025 Puppy Bowl lineup! movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-...
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The Puppy Bowl 2025: Some PAWsome Student Activities
If you know me, this may come as no surprise that I LOVE THE PUPPY BOWL. I have fostered puppies with my family for about ten years, so thi...
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Illinois Resource Center @ilresourcectr.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
"Your teammates who are in dual, bilingual, and EL programs might be feeling helpless, hopeless, anxious, & downright scared. Don’t let them feel alone. A message, a stop-by, a check-in, an email." A heartfelt, important message from @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social: irc.thecenterweb.org/a-time-for-p...
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A Time for Patience and Compassion: A Message from IRC Specialist Carly Spina
Dear Superintendent, Principal, Curriculum Director, and other Administrators, You don’t know me, but I’m writing to you with a request.  For my friends and colleagues who are in school leadership, p...
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Carly Spina @mrsspinasclass.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
ISBE just released this- www.isbe.net/Documents/Im...
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