Episode 04- Honoring Our Roots, Expanding Our Children’s Future

• Special guest Author & National Leadership Keynote Speaker and dual language parent Ovi Vásquez

In this episode we discuss:

• Ovi's personal journey & roots
• His perspective as a parent of dual language programs
• How dual language education helps children stay connected to their culture
• A look on how dual language programs show up at home—supporting children socially, emotionally, and academically
• Reflection on common doubts parents have and a real-life insight into how dual language has positively impacted her children.
• Ovi's Book Recommendation for Parents and Educators
• E-Learner series February 7th
• ATDLE Conference June 17-19 in San Diego, CA
• Our partners

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Hosted by:

Angelica Sandoval

Gisel Barrett

• Topic: From Language to Identity: Integrating the Third Pillar in Dual Language Classrooms
• Special Guests: Graciela Flores and Hilda Escamilla
• Intro
• Third goal of dual language programs and definition
• Sociocultural competence just as important as bilingualism and biliteracy
• Examples of school/classroom practices that intentionally build sociocultural competence
• Mr. Arriaga Rodriguez, a 5th grade educator at Lockwood STEAM Academy a 50/50 Spanish immersion program
• Ways that schools can partner with families and communities to strengthen this goal
• Advice would you give to a school just beginning to focus on sociocultural competence
• Educational book do you recommend for our dual language educators
• Hosts: Angelica Sandoval Gisel Barrett

Episode 02- ATDLE Past, Present and Future with special guest ATDLE’s Executive Director Kevin Chavez.

In this episode we discuss:

• ATDLE's History
• How the organization evolved through the years
• Areas of Focus
• Highlights for 2026 Conference
• How ATDLE can support your Dual Language Program
• Learner Series with Angelica Sandoval
• Book Recommendation
• Our partners

Hosted by:

Angelica Sandoval

Gisel Barrett

In our first podcast episode, we dive into the highlights and insights from the ATDLE Summer Conference, where educators came together to celebrate and strengthen dual language education. Join us as we share key takeaways, inspiring stories, and the voices of teachers making a difference in bilingual classrooms.

Hosts:

Hilda Escamilla

Graciela Flores

Angelica Sandoval

Gisel Barrett