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Celebrating the 2024 Regional Language Teachers of the Year
Announced this spring at the five regional conferences across the country, Amanda Beck, Carlos Salinas, Kei Tsukamaki, Bertha Delgadillo, and Sara Lee have been named Regional Teachers of the Year for CSC, NECTFL, PNCFL, SCOLT, and SWCOLT.
Congratulations Future Educators!
Hailing from 14 home states and planning to teach seven languages other than English, please join us in congratulating our largest incoming class to date: 20 outstanding future educators who join the Lead with Languages Teacher Scholarship Program this fall!
Know a future language teacher who's currently a high school senior? The call for applications will reopen in Spring 2024.
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5 Questions for a French Lecturer & Glass Artist
Boise State University educator Brittney uses her French skills in the classroom as well as in further developing her craft. Learn about her own study abroad experiences as a student and what she now loves most about a career in language teaching!
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LCF Website Recognized with Prestigious EXCEL Award
Launched in November 2022, the LCF website placed Gold for Website (General Excellence) in the Digital Media category of the 43rd annual AM&P Network EXCEL Awards, the largest program celebrating excellence and leadership in association media, publishing, marketing, and communication.
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Carrie: Localization Professional Leading with French & Spanish
Now Globalization Services Manager at Subway, Carrie reflects on how earning a French degree as an undergraduate has shaped her professional pathway and allowed her to do meaningful work that she loves. Hear her advice for current students.
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ACTFL/LCF Award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Classroom Recognizes Outstanding Language Educators
ACTFL and LCF are proud to announce the establishment of a new award aiming to recognize the efforts of language educators at all levels who have intentionally and effectively fostered accessible spaces of belonging for their learners.
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My Experience at Expo 2020 Dubai
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduate Martin shares a first-person perspective on his experience as a language learner and student of the world at Expo 2020, an international cultural event held in Dubai, UAE. Check out his video to explore more!
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Our #LanguageDream is for Everyone
Do you believe that everyone should have access to high-quality language education? Download this final poster in the series and share your #LanguageDream on social media for a chance to win a gift card to support your language classroom or club!
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5 Questions for a Learner on Languages, Faith & Global Perspectives
With a Spanish major and minors in French and Mandarin Chinese, Colorado State University student Janessa aspires to use her language skills in future Bible translation and education work. Learn about the language and cultural activities in which she participates.
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Language Connects Foundation and Klett World Languages Launch Inaugural Award for Sustainable Development Education in the World Language Classroom
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural LCF/Klett Award for Sustainable Development Education in the World Language Classroom.
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Your #LanguageDream Builds Community
Learn how language skills help shape and grow our local and global communities. Then download your poster and share your #LanguageDream on social media for a chance to win a gift card to support your language classroom or club!
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