Multilingual Education Program
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Contact Information
Multilingual Education Program
Kristin Percy Calaff, Ph.D.
Executive Director of Multilingual Education564-999-3144
Virginia Morales
Assistant Director, ESD 189 & 121 (King)564-669-1179
Shannon Martin
Supervisor ESD 113, 114 & 121 (Pierce)360-725-4476
Katie Sperling
Supervisor ESD 101 & 171360-701-5064
Lindsey Maehlum
Supervisor ESD 105, 112 & 123360-522-0001
The Washington State Multilingual Education Program oversees and guides districts serving multilingual learners with implementation of Transitional Bilingual Instruction Programs (TBIP) and Title III Services.
Transitional Bilingual Instruction Program Guidance
This page provides guidance on state-approved program models, relevant legal requirements, and guidelines for districts serving multilingual learners.
WIDA Standards, Assessments & Professional Learning
This page provides resources and links to WIDA standards, assessment guidance, and professional learning opportunities.
Dual Language Education & Resources
This page provides resources for designing, initiating, and implementing a comprehensive K-12 dual language program.
Title III Services
This page provides guidance and tools for Title III, Part A, including services for multilingual learners, American Indian/Alaska Native students, and eligible students in private schools.
Family Communication Templates
This page includes templates to support communication with parents and families of multilingual learners and American Indian/Alaska Native students regarding identification, placement, and assessment for TBIP and Title III programs.
Multilingual Education Webinars & Newsletters
This page provides information on upcoming sessions, resources from previous webinars and meetings, and archived newsletters.