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Monthly Archives: October 2024
Fostering Language Excellence: Two Decades of Immersive Elementary Camp Experience
This calls for a celebration! Megan Brady, OFLA President 2024-2025Spanish Teacher, Northwest High School Did you know this is a big year for OFLA? We have so many things in store for you: a wonderful Fall Mini Conference, a new … Continue reading
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2025 OFLA Spring Conference: Languages Alive in 2025
Find more information here: https://ofla.wildapricot.org
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Nominations for OFLA Awards
Shine a spotlight on award-worthy individuals Kaleigh Baker, OFLA Past-President It is that time of the year again to be thinking about those among us who are making positive contributions to the teaching and support of World Languages. As Past-President … Continue reading
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Paying It Forward Through OFLA Leadership
Debbie Varga, OFLA President-Elect Spanish Teacher, McKinley Senior High School Over the years, OFLA has been my support system for maintaining my stamina as a world language educator. I will always be grateful for the camaraderie, friendships, and support I have … Continue reading
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Your Membership Matters!
Lucas Hoffman, OFLA Executive TreasurerFrench Teacher, Sylvania Schools As OFLA members, you may not always see the direct impact of your membership dues—but trust me, they do make a difference! I wanted to take a moment to share just how … Continue reading
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The Power of Presence: Why Attending In-Person Conferences Matters
Teri Wiechart, OFLA Parliamentarian and Bylaws Chair It’s time to think about the OFLA Annual Conference, Languages Alive in 2025, April 3-5 at Columbus State Community College with Room Blocks in the Canopy and Drury Hotels. Registration opens in January, … Continue reading
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One-Year Memberships for Those Who Recently Passed Their RESA
One-Year Memberships for Those Who Recently Passed Their RESA Let’s celebrate the newest members of our profession! Maria Herman, OFLA Membership ChairGerman Teacher, Maumee City Schools Remember when you began teaching? Everything felt so overwhelming. For me, even the little … Continue reading
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How Engaged are You with OFLA?
Beth Hanlon, OFLA Executive Recorder and Editor of The CardinalSpanish Teacher, Oberlin High School Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! I hope your year started off well! As a member of the OFLA board, I can tell you that the … Continue reading
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Fun in the Language Classroom: Mixing It Up with Games
Nicola Work, OFLA Editor for Electronic Media University of Dayton, Associate Professor of French Do you need to add some easy, fun activities to your language class? Do you have a few minutes to spare at the beginning or the … Continue reading
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Professional Development Opportunities for OFLA!
An Update from your Professional Development Committee Alexis Blum, OFLA Professional Development ChairSpanish Teacher, Wapakoneta High School Welcome back, OFLA! I hope your school year is off to a great start. OFLA has been busy planning some great professional development … Continue reading
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