Deborah Varga, OWLA President 2025-2026
Spanish Teacher, McKinley Senior High School
Warm greetings, fellow OWLA members!
I cannot believe that the conference is just around the corner. We are preparing for an exciting time of not only professional development, but also professional RENEWAL. As you begin the second semester of the school year, I hope that you embrace new ideas that do not feel like an added burden, but instead spark excitement in your teaching. In these continually challenging times, I find it essential to seek out something new and inspiring, not only for myself, but also for my students.
If you have not yet had the opportunity, please take a look at our OWLA 2026 Spring Conference Program. I always look forward to the creative and innovative ideas that our colleagues from throughout the state, as well as across the country, bring to our “OWLA table” each year, and this year is no exception! During the conference, there will be time to visit with colleagues, collaborate professionally, and engage with others for a wonderful experience.
The OWLA Executive Board and committees are working diligently to ensure that you enjoy and learn from the conference, whether it is your first time attending or you have participated for many years. I also encourage you to consider joining us in the future on an OWLA committee or even serving in an Executive Board position. As you attend the conference, if you see someone wearing an OWLA name badge, please feel free to ask about the many opportunities to become involved with OWLA beyond attending the annual conference.
We look forward to seeing you March 19–21, 2026, at Ohio Dominican University!
Please also mark your calendars for our other upcoming events:
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