Unless indicated, otherwise, sessions are presented at the TESOL 2022 Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The times and locations for sessions will be listed in the TESOL 2022 Convention Program and in the online itinerary planner. Prerecorded presentations are available on the virtual convention platform. All in-person convention attendees will have access to the virtual convention platform.

Collaboration and Asset-Based Approaches to Achieve Equity for Multilingual Learners

Using an "educational equity portal" metaphor, participants consider the gateway between the educational world we knew before the pandemic and the next one. This session explores four key postpandemic equity strategies and evidence-based collaborative practices to ensure successful content, language, literacy, and social-emotional development for multilingual learners.

Andrea Honigsfeld, Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY, United States

Maria G. Dove, Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY, United States

The Rights of Immigrant Students and ELs in Public Schools

Immigrant students and ELs often face barriers in entering and fully participating in public schools. What can public schools require of immigrant students and ELs? Topics include Social Security numbers, immigration documents, birth certificates, and immunization records. We'll also cover in detail the rights of ELs and their parents.

Roger Rosenthal, Migrant Legal Action Program, Washington, DC, United States

U.S. Immigration Policy 101: What Educators Need to Know

This session provides a brief overview of the complex world of U.S. immigration policy. It reviews government agencies responsible for immigration and explains basic terms and concepts. We also review current policy regarding legalization and general immigration enforcement, DACA, "public charge," and immigration enforcement on school property.

Roger Rosenthal, Migrant Legal Action Program, Washington, DC, United States