2026 NYSAFLT Annual Conference: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 109th NYSAFLT Annual Conference!

4:00pm EDT

When Families Don’t Speak the Language Supporting Language Learning at Home

Friday October 16, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

How can students succeed in learning a new language when no one at home speaks it? This session addresses a common challenge for world language teachers: limited language exposure outside the classroom and families who want to help but do not know the target language. Participants will explore practical strategies for extending learning beyond the classroom without requiring parents to speak the language. Strategies include simple home-learning routines, accessible family communication, independent practice, technology-supported activities, and ways to engage parents as learning partners rather than language instructors. Arabic examples will be shared, with strategies applicable to all world languages.

Presenters

Doaa Alasadi

Bis inc

BIS School Inc. is a U.S.-based educational organization specializing in Arabic language education, curriculum development, educational books, online learning, teacher training, and customized programs for schools and institutions. Since 2017, BIS has supported learners and educators... Read More →

Friday October 16, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
High Street 24

Exhibitor Session

Language of presentation English
Examples in Arabic
Applicable to Any
Level All Levels FLES/Early Language, All Levels Middle/Junior Secondary, Secondary

1:30pm EDT

Supercharge your Seal of Biliteracy Program

Saturday October 17, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

Fort Orange 7

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So you have a Seal of Biliteracy program, but now you want to grow it in a manageable and sustainable way. How do you go about doing this? This workshop will share 10 easy steps to develop a streamlined program for maximal growth by leveraging existing resources and staff. Special attention will be paid to effective student recruitment and support, culminating project design and evaluation, and staff training. Following the presentation of various strategies, participants will work in small groups to develop their own plan to begin supercharging their Seal of Biliteracy program the very next week!

Presenters

NYSED OBEWL

World Language Associate Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages, NYSED OBEWL

New York State Education Department Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages - World Language Standards Initiative and NYS Seal of Biliteracy

Yunxiao Zhang

NYSED-OBEWL

Saturday October 17, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Fort Orange 7

Session F

Language of presentation English
Examples in English
Applicable to Any
Level Secondary

2:45pm EDT

Navigating the New AP exam with APunta al futuro

Saturday October 17, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

Meeting Suite 120

This session is designed to help AP Spanish Language and Culture teachers navigate the updated AP exam and discover how APunta al futuro supports their students’ success. Participants will explore the revised exam framework, take a guided tour of the textbook’s structure and resources, and walk away with practical classroom strategies and a personalized course roadmap. Whether you are new to the updated exam or looking to strengthen your current approach, this series offers the tools, insights, and collaborative planning time to move forward with confidence.

Presenters

Kate Sanders

Wayside Publishing

Saturday October 17, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Meeting Suite 120

Exhibitor Session

Language of presentation English
Examples in Spanish
Applicable to Any
Level Secondary

2026 NYSAFLT Annual Conference

4:00pm EDT

Doaa Alasadi

1:30pm EDT

NYSED OBEWL

Yunxiao Zhang

2:45pm EDT

Kate Sanders

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