FREE ONLINE CONFERENCE
Join Us for the Largest Free Online Conference of the Summer for Back-To-School & New World Language Teachers!
Learn from the best in the field! Join us as we bring together 36 exceptional educators and language teachers who unveil their most effective back-to-school strategies.
FREE ONLINE
July 27th - August 3rd
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)
"This was by far the best summit/conference I have attended."
-Olatoya F.
FREE ONLINE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Join Us for the Largest Free Online Conference of the Summer for Back-To-School & New World Language Teachers!
FREE ONLINE| July 27th - August 3rd
Learn from the best in the field! Join us as we bring together 36 exceptional educators and language teachers who will unveil their most effective back-to-school strategies.
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)
"This was by far the best summit/conference I have attended." -Olatoya F.
THE LARGEST BACK-TO-SCHOOL ONLINE CONFERENCE FOR WORLD LANGUAGE TEACHERS
60,000+
ATTENDEES
200+
SPEAKERS
110+
COUNTRIES
1.4M+
STUDENTS IMPACTED
Be Inspired by these exceptional educators sharing their tried-and-true strategies for a successful back-to-school transition
Jill Wiley
The Magic of Reading and Re-reading for Mastery
VIP Bonus Session
Relationships in the Classroom: One Key to Professional Fulfillment
Elizabeth Porter
Bilingual Theater
Allison Wienhold
Culture through Routines
Ashley Mikkelsen
90% Class Time in the Target Language
Silvana Ibañez
Once Upon a Prompt
Joshua Cabral
Quickly Build a CI-Based Unit
Maureen Lamb
Perplexed about Prompting with AI: Meet C.L.E.A.R. Prompt Protocol
Pamela Parks
I'll Never Do Another Project Again
Alasdair Harris
Making a language lesson in 90 seconds using AI
Lake Mathison
Ungrading in World Language
Jessica Hall
No More Chaotic Starts
Courtney Bonino
4 Attention Grabbing Ways to Implement a Routine
Georgette Leslie
Boosting Student Engagement and Communication
Stuart Blair
Language in Action: Embodied, Creative, and Connected Classrooms
Rosa Casado
First Five Minutes: Activities that Hook Students Instantly
Claudia Elliott
Starting the Year with Clarity Using a Textbook While Teaching for Acquisition
Ingrid Hoel
Storytelling: What, Why, and How?
LeAnne Tracey
The Magic of TPR
Luisa Acevedo
TPR 2.0: Using Speed with Purpose
Liliam Farias
Story → Song → Output
Valentina Correa
Teaching for Proficiency with Stories
Chelsea Lawrence
Silent Discussions: One Strategy, Three Modes, Novice to AP
Rebecca Blouwolff
Be a Taskmaster: How to Ensure Communicative Purpose with Tasks
Cambre Santos
The Socratic Seminar as a Proficiency Tool
Marissa Tate
Speak MORE, Book LESS
Megan Whalon
Make It Stick: Vocabulary Strategies that Work
Margarita Perez Garcia
What to Do When Students Are Anxious About Reading
Hongmin Yu
Culture, Classics, Curiosity, and Civic Thinking
Amanda Lanier
Fabric of Intercultural Lives: Teaching Culture with Technology
Carla and Marlon Sabala
Learning Portuguese the Natural Way
Menya Jefferson
A Classroom That Manages Itself
Andrea Olatunji
My 10 Most Popular Spanish Projects
Courtney Jackson
Structured Gallery Walks
Ashley Eberhart
When Great Ideas Meet Monday Morning: Using AI to Make WL Plans Work
Noemí Rodriguez
Simple Tips & Tricks in Maximizing Your Use of Canva
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2026 Back-To-School
Conference Guide
Your complete guide to the 2026 Back to School World Language Teacher Summit — five days, 36 sessions, July 27–August 3. Includes the full schedule, session summaries, speaker bios, and the 2026 Start Strong Checklist with actionable takeaways organized by before school, first week, and all year.
(Value $48)
Virtual Goodie Bag
Full of resources for you to maximize your summer Professional Development experience.
It is filled up with slides, downloads, and materials shared by the speakers to complement their presentations.
(Value: $148)
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)
GIVEAWAY
We're giving away a copy of Teaching World Languages with the Five Senses: Practical Strategies and Ideas for Hands-On Learning by our very own summit speaker, Dr. Elizabeth Porter! This research-backed guide from Routledge shows world language teachers how to tap into neuroscience and engage all five senses, sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell, to create a classroom experience students actually remember. Packed with ready-to-use strategies, culturally responsive frameworks, and a fresh approach to language learning philosophy, it's the kind of book that changes the way you think about your classroom. Dr. Porter will be sharing her expertise live at the summit, and one lucky attendee will win a copy of the book to take the learning even further. Register and attend our LIVE kick-off on Sunday, July 26 at 3pm Eastern for your chance to win.
This is a great and innovative camp for teachers who want to learn new strategies and for new teachers who want to make their classes more creative.
- D. Stanley
It was awesome! Not only did I learn new skills, I also got renewed energy from all the different ideas shared by the speakers.
- V. Ligot
I feel empowered and refreshed! I am optimistic about the next few months since I am happy about what else I can teach my students.
- B. Biscupovich
Ignite your creativity and excitement for a successful year ahead!
Here’s what your teaching colleagues say about the World Language Teacher Summit:
"I felt encouraged in growth and new strategies"
It was really helpful and I enjoyed the format a lot. Even with 15 years of experience, I felt encouraged in growth and new strategies. I wish that all of my colleagues would have taken advantage of this opportunity.
ERIN // Spanish 1, 3 pre aP & 5
"I was able to instantly use what I learned into my lessons the next day"
I enjoyed all the presentations during that week. The best part is that I was able to instantly use what I learned into my lessons the next day. Thank you.
VICENTE // Middle School Teacher
"There were so many topics that were relevant to what I do"
I absolutely LOVED this summit!!! I would get up early and stay up late binge-watching presentations. There were so many topics that were relevant to what I do, which is not always the case as an elementary teacher. I loved how I could pick and choose topics.
alison // K-5 Teacher
Discover Strategies To Revitalize Your Teaching & Create Meaningful Connections With Your Students From the Day They Step Into the Classroom During This Transformative 5-Day Event
START STRONG
The first days of school set the tone for everything that follows. This day is all about building the routines, culture, and energy that make your classroom a place students actually want to be in. Walk away with a plan for day one that works.
THE POWER OF INPUT
Great language learning starts with great input. Dive into the strategies behind CI, TPR, and storytelling that make acquisition feel natural for your students and manageable for you. This is the good stuff.
SPEAK UP
Getting students to actually speak the language is the goal. This day is packed with practical tools for building communication, pushing proficiency, and creating a classroom where student voice is front and center.
CULTURE, COMMUNITY, & ENGAGEMENT
Language learning doesn't stop at your door. Explore how culture, community, music, and meaningful projects can connect your students to something larger and make the language come alive.
THE MODERN LANGUAGE TEACHER
You don't have to do this the hard way. From AI tools to rethinking outdated approaches, this day is about working smarter, saving time, and showing up for your students without burning yourself out.
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)
The activities and strategies that I can start using TODAY! So many templates, lesson ideas, or strategies that I can use immediately to improve my teaching. Many ideas are similar to things I already do, but added a small piece to make them more meaningful or effective.
- M. Engelbert
Absolutely nothing to lose! Everything to gain. It’s free! And the wisdom and ideas from other educators is PRICELESS!
I love the variety of information presented! I teach in a non-traditional setting, yet still have at least one session daily that I can apply to my situation. I am so grateful!
- D. Davis
Definitely sign up! The format was great!! I ended up watching many more videos than I planned on because the format was so flexible.
The conference was well worth my time and valuable. The ability to create my own schedule to watch was key for me.
- M. Yena
get your free ticket to 35 masterclass sessions for The 2026 Back-to-School World Language Teacher Summit
Gain valuable insights from 36 outstanding educators and language teachers on how to navigate the back-to-school period with confidence and success.
Reserve your virtual seat for the largest free professional development opportunity for language teachers this summer.
Plus, your free Virtual Goodie Bag as gift!
100% worth it! Excellent and inspiring conference with many varied topics.
- A. Calle
Wonderful speakers and ideas to take into class next day
- K. Freese
All the tips and strategies were so useful!!! My kids have loved each one of them.
- Virginia
THE EASIEST AND MOST CONVENIENT WAY TO GET FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Once-In-A Lifetime Curated Speakers & Actionable Content
For the sixth year running, we've hand-picked an amazing group of professionals to present language teaching strategies that you can start using right away.
Connect and Create Meaningful Exchanges
As one recent attendee said, "I believe this event is an amazing opportunity to... connect with experts from all over the world!"
Essential Beginning-of-the-Year Resources
Start off your year a step ahead with key materials and strategies to make your first weeks more successful than ever!
Apply These Masterclasses in Your Own Classroom Whether You’re a New or Experienced Teacher
The techniques you learn here are being used every day in-class by these speaker-teachers and educator
World-class Professional Development from the Ease of Your Home
Sit back and enjoy 20 hours of teaching strategies and techniques from the comfort of your own home. There's no need for you to spend time traveling, pay for airfare, meals, or hotels. It's a fantastic opportunity if you've never had professional development before!
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)
The level of organization and the high quality of materials make the WLTS unique. I find this summit to enrich and engage language leaders at all levels.
- L. Warren
It was amazing! Super helpful and just so much to take in.
So many different teachers and educators coming together all in one place.
- O. Rodriguez
Wonderful! Packed full with the best strategies from around the country to engage students in being life long learners of language and culture.
- L. Hall
get your free ticket to 35 masterclass sessions for The 2026 Back-to-School World Language Teacher Summit
Gain valuable insights from 36 outstanding educators and language teachers on how to navigate the back-to-school period with confidence and success.
Reserve your virtual seat for the largest free professional development opportunity for language teachers this summer.
Plus, your free Virtual Goodie Bag as gift!
What makes the WL Teacher Summit unique is that it is ideas, tips, tricks, methods, support, etc. developed BY teachers FOR teachers. Teachers teaching teachers, the way Professional Development should be!
- C. Cook
It was the most valuable event in my teaching career.
Just thanks for everything. It was great experience. I have learned a great amount of helpful tips and methodological advance.
- A. Galeeva
It was very practical, easy to implement, relevant and a variety of exceptional presenters. Loved the resources shared and for me personally, to be able to watch asynchronous this training was a game changer, since I am currently living in Vietnam.
- M. Sandifer
(A $189 value. Available free only for a limited time.)