Train-the-Trainer Workshops:
Enhancing Grade-Level Instruction for All Through a Multilingual Lens

~ English Language Arts and Social Studies ~
~ Math and Science ~

School Year 2026-27

Description

The DESE Office of Instruction and Multilingual Education has engaged MATSOL to deliver two day in-person train-the-trainer workshops for content teachers and ESL teachers to plan collaboratively to implement the WIDA 2020 Standards Framework MA content frameworks. 

This workshop is designed to support the DESE Educational Vision that all students learn through curriculum and instruction that aligns with Massachusetts curriculum frameworks at or above their grade level, connects to their identities, and utilizes evidence-based practices. 

Participants will have the opportunity to: 

  • Identify points of interconnectedness between different state educational initiatives, WIDA ELD standards, and MA Content Standards.
  • Make connections between the components of the WIDA ELD standards and MA Content and practice standards.
  • Integrate MA Content Standards with a lens on scaffolding instruction for equitable access.
  • Collaboratively engage in lesson planning incorporating content and language standards. 

Districts must apply as a team with a minimum of two participants: at least one content teacher (ELA/History/Social Studies OR Math/Science) and one ESL teacher. As this is a train-the-trainer model, participants must commit to providing the training to their district/school staff (or partnering with other districts to provide the training locally) at least once within the year following the training. Upon successful completion of the ToT, participants will receive the slides and materials to facilitate the workshop. 

Facilitators: Mary DeSimone & Tyler Ramey

ToT Audience

The audience for this Train-the-Trainer workshop includes content area and classroom teachers, ESL teachers, and instructional leaders and coaches who can deliver the training in their district. To participate, districts must send a team of at least one content teacher and one ESL teacher.

Recommended Prerequisites

It is recommended that participants possess knowledge and experience to successfully engage in the training and then deliver the content to educators in their district, including a general foundation in lesson planning, Massachusetts content area standards, and WIDA 2020 Standards Framework.

PDPs

Participants can earn 15 PDPs in SEI or ESL required for licensure renewal.

Format

Two day in-person workshop plus an asynchronous online follow-up session. 

Application Requirements

  • Open to educators in Massachusetts public school districts and charter school districts only. 
  • Districts must apply as a team with a minimum of two participants: at least one content teacher (ELA/History/Social Studies OR Math/Science) and one ESL teacher. 
  • The application must be completed by a district contact person and include the name, position, and contact information for each member of the team. The contact person is responsible for ensuring that all team members attend the entire training.
  • Applicants are required to submit an assurance from district administration that they commit to providing the training to their district/school staff (or partnering with other districts to provide the training locally) at least once within the school year following the training. Download the Affidavit of Understanding for signature (Google Doc forced copy).
MATSOL will review applications and notify you of acceptance to the workshop. 

Cost

This no-cost training is sponsored by MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. (Meals are not provided.)

Attendance Commitment

When distinct registration is confirmed for the ToT Workshop, the district is committing to send the registered team to the training. Any cancellations and personnel changes must be made at least two weeks before the beginning of the course. Have a signed copy of the Affidavit of Understanding ready to submit with your application.

English Language Arts and Social Studies ToT
  • ELA/SS 1: Wed-Thu, Nov 18-19, 2026 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in Springfield MA. Apply by Nov 6, 2026. Register here
  • ELA/SS 2: Mon-Tue Mar 1-2, 2027 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in Lowell MA. Apply by Feb 19, 2027. Register here
  • ELA/SS 3:  June 2027 - Dartmouth Registration opening soon!
  • ELA/SS 4:  August 2027 - Worcester Registration opening soon!
Math and Science ToT
  • STEM 1: Mon-Tue Nov 16-17, 2026 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in Fitchburg MA. Apply by Nov 6, 2026. Register here
  • STEM 2: Thu-Fri Mar 4-5, 2027 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in Lowell MA. Apply by Feb 19, 2027. Register here
  • STEM 3:  June 2027 - Dartmouth Registration opening soon!
  • STEM 4:  August 2027 - Worcester Registration opening soon!

Contact

For assistance with registration or other questions, please write to [email protected]