Get a head start on your conference experience by attending a workshop at AMTESOL's Pre-Conference Institute (PCI). Slated for January 29th, this year's PCI consists of four dynamic workshops, each on a different topic. Select the topic that seems most useful in helping you meet your personal and professional goals. For three engaging hours, a team of PCI presenters will guide you and like-minded colleagues in expanding your knowledge and building your skills — always  with the goal of applying what you have learned. With a maximum capacity of 60 attendees per workshop, be sure to register early for the PCI workshop of your choice!

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Choose ONE of these 3-hour workshops for a memorable afternoon at AMTESOL's 2026 PCI.

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PCI-A: The Reading Writing Recipe: Ingredients for Empowerment on Paper

Learn strategies that amplify writing proficiency and empower ELLs with their own written voice.

Presenter: Dorina Ebuwa, Ed.D.

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PCI-B: Social Emotional Learning

Learn best practices for integrating Social Emotional Learning into classrooms with English Learners, emphasizing the CASEL framework.

Presenter: Ashley Kazery, Ed.D.​

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PCI-C: "From Silos to Synergy”: Equipping Schools for ESL-Content Teacher Collaboration - for School and District Leaders

Learn how to lead a shift from isolated practice to a culture of collaboration.

Presenter: Amanda Giles, Ph.D.​

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PCI-D: Building Bridges in TESOL Teacher Preparation: A Collaborative Networking Workshop for Faculty Working in TESOL Teacher Preparation Programs

Network, share best practices, and co-develop innovative approaches to preparing future English language educators.

Presenter:​​​ Chimène Gecewicz, Ed.D.