SIOP® Institute

Back by Popular Demand: In-Person, Author-Led SIOP® Training!

Join Us for the SIOP® Institute

Invest three days learning directly from SIOP® author Katie Toppel, an expert in the field of English language development. This exclusive event will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the SIOP® Model, a research-based framework designed to help educators support English learners in K-12 classrooms. Participants receive the new 6th Edition of Making Content Comprehensible for Multilingual Learners: The SIOP® Model textbook.

Why Attend?

The SIOP® Model enhances grade-level content learning, making it both engaging and accessible for all students while simultaneously developing their academic language.

• Evaluate strategies for integrating language and content instruction effectively.
• Apply tools to support students’ academic language development.
• Synthesize teaching methods to enhance student engagement through clear, scaffolded practices.
• Enhance content accessibility for all learners, particularly those with diverse language needs.

Recommended Audience:

All K-12 educators and support staff. Option to earn up to 4 Graduate credits.

Event Information:

Dates: July 22-24, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CT each day
Location: KCKPS Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N 59th ST, KC, KS 66104
Cost: $975
Justification Letter: Word format, PDF format

Seating is limited - take advantage of this unique summer learning opportunity.

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About Dr. Katie Toppel

Dr. Katie Toppel is the newest member of the SIOP author team. She co-authored Making Content Comprehensible for Multilingual Learners: The SIOP® Model, 6th Edition with the founding SIOP authors. She is currently a K-5 English Language Development Specialist in Oregon serving multilingual learners through co-planning, co-teaching, and small group instruction. Dr. Toppel’s instructional background includes experience teaching kindergarten and first grade in addition to working as a K-12 Support Services Teacher at the Franconian International School in Germany. She has taught courses in the ESOL endorsement series at Portland State University and continues to support teachers in their professional learning journeys. Dr. Toppel co-authored DIY PD: A Guide to Self-Directed Learning for Educators of Multilingual Learners, and is also a co-founder of ML Chat Book Club, which provides educators with opportunities to engage in virtual book studies focused on improving practices for multilingual learners through social media platforms.

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