2026 NYSAFLT Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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2:30pm EDT

It’s Checkpoint C, not Checkpoint ZZZ! Keeping Upper-Level Students Engaged

Friday October 16, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

Upper-level language classes should be dynamic, culturally rich, and proficiency-driven. This session explores practical, classroom-tested strategies to keep Checkpoint C students engaged through the use of authentic resources such as films, articles, podcasts, and social media. Participants will examine adaptable lesson frameworks that promote spontaneous communication, higher-order thinking, and cultural inquiry, and will leave with ready-to-implement strategies to support advanced learners, including those pursuing college credit or the NYS Seal of Biliteracy.

Presenters

Evelyn Ledezma

HS Spanish teacher, Bethlehem Central School Distric

HS Spanish teacher with a passion for languages and culture. I love to travel, sing and dance badly, and just enjoy life. Webmaster of @Natashalagata1, the most beautiful feline Spanish teacher in New York. I also post as myself in @profeeled.

Marna Meltzer-McMorris

Teacher, East Greenbush Central School District

Old dog consistently learning new tricks!

Friday October 16, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Fort Orange 7

Session B

Language of presentation English
Examples in Spanish
Applicable to Any
Level Secondary Middle/Junior Higher Ed

2026 NYSAFLT Annual Conference

2:30pm EDT

Evelyn Ledezma

Marna Meltzer-McMorris

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