Growing With Proficiency The Podcast

Episode 127: Joy and Justice in Education with 2021 U.S. Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey

26 Dec 2024

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Send us a textWhat if we recognized language learners as linguistically gifted individuals, rich in stories, knowledge, and potential?In this powerful conversation, Juliana Urtubey, 2021 U.S. Teacher of the Year, shares her inspiring framework of Joy and Justice in Education. Rooted in her experience as a bilingual special education teacher, Juliana offers practical ways to recognize students' strengths, build classroom community, and redefine what success looks like in education.🎯 Why This Matters for Language Teachers:Juliana’s 5 Pillars of Joy and Justice offer a roadmap for transforming how we support language learners:Recognize Brilliance: See beyond language proficiency levels by valuing students’ stories, strengths, and cultural wealth.Reflect on Context: Identify who might not be experiencing joy or belonging in your classroom and adapt to ensure inclusion.Grow Collective Wellness: Create a supportive space where everyone—students, teachers, and families—thrives through mutual care.Engage in Generational Learning: See families as holders of valuable knowledge, not just as participants in school events.Design for Collaboration, Not Compliance: Build a learning environment where student voices shape classroom practices, fostering a sense of ownership and purpose.This episode will encourage you to see your students through a strengths-based lens, redefine what “success” means in language learning, and create a classroom culture that honors every student’s journey. Ready? Click to play!Resources & Links:🔗 Find more about Juliana Uturbey here 👉🏽 https://juliana-urtubey.com/🎯 Freebie: 10 Stations Template – Keep students engaged while you reflect! 👉🏽 growingwithproficiency.com💻 Growing With Proficiency Blog📚 Growing With Proficiency TPT StoreClick here to download for FREE ➡️➡️➡️ https://growingwithproficiency.com/diadegracias

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Episode 127: Joy and Justice in Education with 2021 U.S. Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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