OUSD Newcomers Group

14 teacher scholars serving students K-12

OUSD Newcomers Group (2018-19)

Teacher Scholars

Analydia Almendarez, Eva Beleche, Lauren Eliopoulos, Christell Grace, Ellen Hum, Daniela Ibarra, Mia Kleven, Lisa Lam, Antonio Lopez Espejo, Natalie MacIntyre, Concha Martos Aparisi, Lynda Palma-Medellin, Nicholle Pierro, Estefana Ramos

Administrator

James Kindle

Teacher Leaders

Lisa Lam, Funmilayo Tyler, Emily Walsh

School Focus

In its fourth year of partnership, Newcomers Group is using inquiry to design experiences that improve Newcomer learning and confidence speaking and writing in English.

Report Highlight
The Aspen Institute National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development

“Through the collaborative inquiry there’s a real aha moment,” said Carrie Wilson, executive director of Mills Teacher Scholars. “It gives teachers a chance to see how the competencies intersect with their instructional practices.”

-- A Policy Agenda in Support of How Learning Happens