2026 Arizona English Learner Conference

 

December 9-11, 2026

The Arizona Grand Resort and Spa
Phoenix, Arizona

 

 

Call for 2026 Session Proposals

 

2026 EL Student Success Story Nomination

 

Please check back for 2026 OELAS Conference updates! Deatils are being added regularly.

 

Throughout the conference experience, our goal is to build the knowledge, capacity, and confidence of educators and leaders of English learners (ELs) as we teach and support our ELs. 

 

Event Overview:

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in practical and engaging breakout sessions. Session topics will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  • Continued Support for Reclassified Fluent English Proficient (RFEP) Students
  • Dual-labeled ELs: How to Best Provide Both (Special Education and English Learner) Services
  • Effective Targeted English Language Development (ELD) Programs
  • Effective Integrated Instruction
  • Effective Use of the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS)
  • Language Scaffolds for ELs

 

Target Audience:

Teachers of English learners (Targeted ELD and Integrated Instruction teachers), Instructional Coaches, as well as School, Charter, and District Instructional Leaders

 

APLD Registration Link: (to be added in August 2026)

Please note that ADE's registration system (APLD) does not allow for a waitlist. In the event that someone cancels their registration, a seat will open in the system. These seats will be open on a first come first served basis. 

 

 

 

For questions regarding the OELAS Conference, please reach out via email at [email protected].