Learning from the Model

Across the United States, English Language Learners are the fastest growing population of students in our public schools. There is an urgent need to develop academic programs and social support systems to help our newly arrived immigrant students succeed and thrive in our communities. We are eager to work in partnership with other schools and organizations who are dedicated to serving this population of students socially, academically, and emotionally through their work. To this end, we open our doors to teachers, administrators, school support staff, district personnel, educational non-profits, community members, and members of the post-secondary community who want to learn from our school and our experiences. 

If you are interested in learning about the academic and social-emotional supports we provide to students at Oakland International, please consider attending one of our Open House events, which are hosted by our staff, students, and teachers. Our Open Houses will provide structured opportunities for guests to learn about the International’s Approach to teaching newcomers, visit classrooms, and attend pull out sessions dedicated to subjects such as the master schedule, school design, teacher professional development, technology integration and general support services for ELLs.  We will also provide facilitated time for teachers, administrators, and design teams to apply what they have learned and begin planning how to better serve students in their own programs.  

Spring Open House, Thursday, March 17th, 2020 (8:30-3:00):

School Mission & History, Classroom Visits & Small Group Learning Sessions on OIHS programs & practices 

If you are interested in other forms of collaboration, including organizing training, technical assistance, joint research projects, and general advice please contact David Hansen directly.