ICYMI-In Case You Missed It- Conference 2025 Edition- Featuring Jaime Birchenough
Date/Time
8/25/2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern
Event Registration
Event Description
| If you weren't able to attend the 2025 NYS TESOL Annual Conference in Saratoga Springs—or if you did and have been thinking about it ever since—we're excited to bring you another opportunity to hear Jaime Birchenough's unforgettable keynote, "Neighbors First, Community Beyond the Job Description." In one of the conference's most moving sessions, Jaime shared the powerful story of how she and her school community came together to support an immigrant family after they were detained by ICE. Through honesty, compassion, and unwavering advocacy, she challenged us to think beyond our professional roles and consider what it truly means to be a neighbor, an educator, and a community member. The room was filled with emotion, reflection, and inspiration as Jaime reminded us that the work we do extends far beyond the classroom. Her message resonated deeply with educators committed to creating welcoming, inclusive, and courageous school communities. As we begin a new school year, there is no better time to revisit this powerful message. Join us as we kick off the year inspired by Jaime's example and recommit ourselves to the advocacy, empathy, and community-centered leadership that define the very best of our profession. Whether you're hearing this keynote for the first time or experiencing it again, you'll leave renewed in your purpose and reminded of the profound difference educators can make when we put neighbors first. 2 CTLE hours for MEMBERS only |
Location
Virtual - A zoom link will be sent to you the day before the event
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