Episode 55: How to Create Inclusive Classrooms for Multilingual Learners (with Katherine Hamilton)

In this episode of The Elemental Educator Podcast, host Tyler Comeau speaks with Katherine Hamilton, VP of Programs at Ensemble Learning, about how leaders and educators can create inclusive, equitable environments for multilingual learners. With years of experience in curriculum design, federal grant implementation, and coaching educators, Katherine shares powerful insights into supporting language development, building classroom culture, and making bold decisions that drive meaningful impact.

Discover how schools can shift from surviving to thriving by embracing student voice, multilingualism, and equity-focused leadership.

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Engagement Question:

What’s one change your school has made—or could make—to better support multilingual learners? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Timecodes:

0:00 - Introduction

6:53 - Grounded Moments

18:00 - Headwinds and Tailwinds

28:40 - Ripples of Change

37:50 - Spark or Burn

47:20 - How to get Buy In

 

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