Carly Spina
@mrsspinasclass.bsky.social
Multilingual Education Specialist, Author, Speaker
My passion is serving & supporting multilingual learners, families, and communities.
BLOG: https://movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/
BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Moving-Beyond-Multilingual-Learners-Linguist
My passion is serving & supporting multilingual learners, families, and communities.
BLOG: https://movingbeyondformls.blogspot.com/
BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Moving-Beyond-Multilingual-Learners-Linguist
I am so excited to be a part of this year's hashtag#IMPACT2025 Conference amongst so many folks I deeply respect! It'll be a great few days of virtual learning together. Want to attend?? Simply click this link to register! events.zoom.us/ev/AqVpf76QD...
October 26, 2025 at 1:19 PM
I am so excited to be a part of this year's hashtag#IMPACT2025 Conference amongst so many folks I deeply respect! It'll be a great few days of virtual learning together. Want to attend?? Simply click this link to register! events.zoom.us/ev/AqVpf76QD...
Next week is the FY26 Statewide Meeting for Administrators Supporting English Learners. I have two sessions at the end of each day - I'll bring my energy, so don't worry if you've run out of yours (you can share mine with me!). I'd love to see you there!
September 11, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Next week is the FY26 Statewide Meeting for Administrators Supporting English Learners. I have two sessions at the end of each day - I'll bring my energy, so don't worry if you've run out of yours (you can share mine with me!). I'd love to see you there!
Will you be at the Illinois Principals Association Conference in October? I have a session that Tuesday and I'd love to see you there!
September 2, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Will you be at the Illinois Principals Association Conference in October? I have a session that Tuesday and I'd love to see you there!
Upcoming opportunity to connect & learn together: Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners - so excited to partner with IL ASCD for this event in October! Grab a few colleagues and register together! illinoisascd.org/professional...
July 30, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Upcoming opportunity to connect & learn together: Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners - so excited to partner with IL ASCD for this event in October! Grab a few colleagues and register together! illinoisascd.org/professional...
Congratulations to @emilyfrancis.bsky.social on her newest book releases!!! Celebrate with her by ordering these two amazing books!! Paper copy & e-book available on Amazon 🛒
www.amazon.com/Millys-Journ...
www.amazon.com/Millys-Journ...
July 1, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Congratulations to @emilyfrancis.bsky.social on her newest book releases!!! Celebrate with her by ordering these two amazing books!! Paper copy & e-book available on Amazon 🛒
www.amazon.com/Millys-Journ...
www.amazon.com/Millys-Journ...
It's publication day and I've cried like 3 times already - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IS HERE!!! I'm so thankful to everyone who has supported this journey of writing my second book! I cannot believe it's here!! www.routledge.com/Igniting-Rea...
June 30, 2025 at 4:17 PM
It's publication day and I've cried like 3 times already - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IS HERE!!! I'm so thankful to everyone who has supported this journey of writing my second book! I cannot believe it's here!! www.routledge.com/Igniting-Rea...
SO excited about this new Corwin release - Learners First: Purpose & Practicality in Your Early Years of Teaching by Dr. Denise Furlong, Ed.D and Keri Orange-Jones! @drfurlong.bsky.social @corwinpress.bsky.social Use code SOCIAL25 for a discount & free shipping!!
June 23, 2025 at 5:14 PM
SO excited about this new Corwin release - Learners First: Purpose & Practicality in Your Early Years of Teaching by Dr. Denise Furlong, Ed.D and Keri Orange-Jones! @drfurlong.bsky.social @corwinpress.bsky.social Use code SOCIAL25 for a discount & free shipping!!
Sooooo excited to be a part of the MABE hELLo Podcast!!! I deeply love the MABE community and it was so fun to chat about my book releasing this month!! fast.wistia.net/embed/channe...
June 9, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Sooooo excited to be a part of the MABE hELLo Podcast!!! I deeply love the MABE community and it was so fun to chat about my book releasing this month!! fast.wistia.net/embed/channe...
I'm so honored to have been on the Highest Aspirations Podcast with ELLevation! We spoke about my first book (Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners), my upcoming book (Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners), my story, and my work at the IRC! info.ellevationeducation.com/webmail/8632...
June 9, 2025 at 1:54 PM
I'm so honored to have been on the Highest Aspirations Podcast with ELLevation! We spoke about my first book (Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners), my upcoming book (Igniting Real Change for Multilingual Learners), my story, and my work at the IRC! info.ellevationeducation.com/webmail/8632...
Chicagoland teachers, check out this awesome upcoming professional learning opportnity. I'm sad to miss it but it looks amazing! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
May 12, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Chicagoland teachers, check out this awesome upcoming professional learning opportnity. I'm sad to miss it but it looks amazing! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
I'm sooooo excited for this! I can't wait to present my session, MOVING BEYOND LEVELING TEXTS FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS Weds June 18th at 10:30am, at the 2025 Joint Conference for Elementary Literacy and Mathematics in Chicago this June! Join me & other educators: nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025 #LitMath2025
April 25, 2025 at 12:44 PM
I'm sooooo excited for this! I can't wait to present my session, MOVING BEYOND LEVELING TEXTS FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS Weds June 18th at 10:30am, at the 2025 Joint Conference for Elementary Literacy and Mathematics in Chicago this June! Join me & other educators: nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025 #LitMath2025
Coming this summer - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS: Equity & Advocacy in Action!!
I'm so excited this this book will be a part of Routledge's Equity & Social Justice in Education Series!!!
I'm so excited this this book will be a part of Routledge's Equity & Social Justice in Education Series!!!
April 9, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Coming this summer - IGNITING REAL CHANGE FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS: Equity & Advocacy in Action!!
I'm so excited this this book will be a part of Routledge's Equity & Social Justice in Education Series!!!
I'm so excited this this book will be a part of Routledge's Equity & Social Justice in Education Series!!!
Last week, I started a book study in a district with my book, Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners. While it was written a few years ago, I came across this quote - and it felt heavier. Much, much heavier.
April 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Last week, I started a book study in a district with my book, Moving Beyond for Multilingual Learners. While it was written a few years ago, I came across this quote - and it felt heavier. Much, much heavier.
SO excited for next month's #MABEMI25 in Michigan! This year my session is Unifying Instructional Experiences for Newcomer Students! SO exccited to see everyone and meet new friends!!
April 7, 2025 at 12:21 PM
SO excited for next month's #MABEMI25 in Michigan! This year my session is Unifying Instructional Experiences for Newcomer Students! SO exccited to see everyone and meet new friends!!
Very excited for #IDEACon next week - I have two sessions I'm excited to share but I'll be there all 3 days to learn & grow alongside so many amazing folks! If you're there, let's hang out! :)
February 12, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Very excited for #IDEACon next week - I have two sessions I'm excited to share but I'll be there all 3 days to learn & grow alongside so many amazing folks! If you're there, let's hang out! :)
Wanted to introduce our current foster puppies- Disney and Alvin! 💗🐾 These two are as cute as can be!
December 17, 2024 at 12:37 PM
Wanted to introduce our current foster puppies- Disney and Alvin! 💗🐾 These two are as cute as can be!
Love, love, love attending conferences. I love to learn, exchange stories, and hear how folks are serving students & families. I’m so energized and encouraged (annnd also exhausted)! 2 days left of #MultilingualIL24
December 12, 2024 at 3:12 AM
Love, love, love attending conferences. I love to learn, exchange stories, and hear how folks are serving students & families. I’m so energized and encouraged (annnd also exhausted)! 2 days left of #MultilingualIL24
I get to hang with my bestieeee Karina today at #MultilingualIL24. We went to college together & we began our education careers together. Her friendship is the greatest gift!!! 💗💗💗
December 11, 2024 at 3:15 PM
I get to hang with my bestieeee Karina today at #MultilingualIL24. We went to college together & we began our education careers together. Her friendship is the greatest gift!!! 💗💗💗
Soooo excited for Day 2 of #MultilingualIL24 💗🙌🏻💗
December 11, 2024 at 3:09 PM
Soooo excited for Day 2 of #MultilingualIL24 💗🙌🏻💗
“A safe environment is an inclusive environment.” -Adelicia Brienzo at #MultilingualIL24 🔥🔥🙌🏻🙌🏻
December 10, 2024 at 5:59 PM
“A safe environment is an inclusive environment.” -Adelicia Brienzo at #MultilingualIL24 🔥🔥🙌🏻🙌🏻
These things are beyond perfection!
December 10, 2024 at 12:03 AM
These things are beyond perfection!
Always, always LOVE learning from this incredible leader! @josemedinajr89.bsky.social - thank you for all your contributions to our entire field & community!
December 9, 2024 at 5:11 PM
Always, always LOVE learning from this incredible leader! @josemedinajr89.bsky.social - thank you for all your contributions to our entire field & community!
Love, love, love playful languaging! Spotted at Ulta Beauty today- the sign reads “The Rewardiest program in beauty.” 💗🙌🏻
December 7, 2024 at 3:59 AM
Love, love, love playful languaging! Spotted at Ulta Beauty today- the sign reads “The Rewardiest program in beauty.” 💗🙌🏻
