PRTESOL Northern Chapter

PRTESOL Northern Chapter PRTESOL is a nonprofit organization affiliated to TESOL. Together we can do great things to improve the teaching of English in Puerto Rico.

Our mission is o stimulate professional development, disseminate information about research, books, and other materials related to the teaching of ESL. PRTESOL (Puerto Rico Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a nonprofit organization affiliated to TESOL. Its purpose is to stimulate professional development, disseminate information about research, books,and other materials relate

d to the teaching of English as a Second Language (ESL). PRTESOL organizes activities to keep up-to-date with current trends in the teaching of ESL, to share knowledge and experiences,and to meet with other professionals in the field. PRTESOL Northern Chapter is a branch of PRTESOL covering the municipalities of Arecibo, Barceloneta, Bayamón, Carolina, Ciales, Corozal, Cataño, Dorado, Florida, Guaynabo, Naranjito, Manatí, Morovis, Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Trujillo Alto, San Juan, Utuado, Vega Alta, and Vega Baja. Our chapter organizes activities to keep teachers up-to-date with the current trends in the teaching of English as a Second Language, to share knowledge and experiences, and to meet and network with other professionals in the field. We hold a yearly conference, several smaller professional development activities, and social gatherings throughout the year. Simply put:

•Do you teach English in Puerto Rico?

•Do you need a jumpstart that will get you on your feet again?

•Are you in a Teacher Improvement Plan?

•Are you in graduate school in an ESL related field?

•Do you wish you could receive quality workshops in the latest trends?

•Do you wish to belong to a professional association that meets your needs?

•If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you would probably benefit from joining our community of life-long learners at PRTESOL. PRTESOL MISSION STATEMENT

PRTESOL is a not-for-profit professional organization that is dedicated to:

- promoting scholarship and professional development.

- providing opportunities for study and research.

- disseminating information and research on the teaching of English to speakers of other languages.

- working cooperatively towards the improvement of instruction in all programs which seek to provide students with the opportunity to become proficient English language learners.

- coordinating information with local, stateside, and international professional organizations with similar goals.

- promoting the recognition of English as an additional language tool for communication, and not as a supplanting means of expression at the expense of the learners' native language and culture.

22/05/2026
05/05/2026

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ PRTESOL 1st 5K Run 2026
Support, Inspire & Run for a Teacher

Join us for an exciting event that promotes health, community, and education!

🎽 Official T-shirts for the first 200 participants
🏅 Medals for the first 300 runners to cross the finish line

🏆 Race Prizes:
🥇 1st Place – $100
🥈 2nd Place – $75
🥉 3rd Place – $50

📅 Date: August 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM
📍 Location: Parque Agroturístico Ecológico “El Dorado,” Dorado, Puerto Rico

💲 Registration Fee:
Adults: $35
Children (ages 10–17): $20

🔗 More information: https://my.raceresult.com/397446/registration

Be part of the movement—run, support, and inspire!

27/04/2026

Please take a moment to support PRTESOL by completing our 2026 Assessment Needs Survey. Your input will help us design relevant professional development and better serve our educational community.

📊 Share your voice.
📚 Support meaningful growth.
🌍 Strengthen our impact.

Complete the survey here:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/GuU69XZXfX

Thank you for your valuable feedback! ✨

27/04/2026

PRTESOL invites you to contribute to the PRTESOL-GRAM.

We welcome submissions that share your insights and professional experiences on the following topics:

* New Trends and Technology in Teaching
* Cultivating Creativity in Education
* Overcoming Challenges in the Classroom

Submission Deadline: May 20, 2026

Please send your submissions to:
[email protected] or [email protected]

26/04/2026

The PRTESOL Main Board is working diligently behind the scenes to prepare our next event.

Would you like a hint?
Look closely at the image… 👀

Excellence is on the way. Stay tuned! 🍎✨

Welcome to Session  #3!The momentum continues! We are now heading into our third session with Vanessa Mari, who will be ...
28/03/2026

Welcome to Session #3!
The momentum continues! We are now heading into our third session with Vanessa Mari, who will be presenting on a vital topic for today's classrooms:
"Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners"
Developing the whole student is key to academic success. Join us as we explore how to integrate SEL strategies that specifically support and empower our multilingual students.

We are moving right along into our second session of the day! Join us as we welcome Prof. Tamar Acevedo for her timely a...
28/03/2026

We are moving right along into our second session of the day! Join us as we welcome Prof. Tamar Acevedo for her timely and essential presentation:
"Teaching Smarter, Not Harder: Technology to Prevent Teacher Burnout"

In this session, we’ll explore how to leverage digital tools to streamline our workload, reclaim our time, and keep the passion for teaching alive.

📢 We are LIVE!Session  #1 has officially begun! 🚀 We are thrilled to kick off with Dr. Moira A. Carroll Miranda for her ...
28/03/2026

📢 We are LIVE!
Session #1 has officially begun! 🚀 We are thrilled to kick off with Dr. Moira A. Carroll Miranda for her insightful presentation:
"From Challenge towards Innovation: Supporting Diverse Learners Through Inclusive ESL Practices"

🚀 The Wait is Over: We Are LIVE! 🚀The "Burning Issues: Bilingualism, Technology, and Special Education" webinar is start...
28/03/2026

🚀 The Wait is Over: We Are LIVE! 🚀

The "Burning Issues: Bilingualism, Technology, and Special Education" webinar is starting right now!

We are so excited to dive into these essential topics with all of you. Whether you're here to learn about new digital tools or strategies for inclusive classrooms, you're in the right place.

26/03/2026

Meet the Presenters! 🎙️

Get ready for an insightful deep dive with the PRTESOL Northern Chapter! We are thrilled to introduce the experts leading our upcoming half-day webinar:
🔥 Burning Issues: Bilingualism, Technology, and Special Education
Join us to explore innovations in tech, bilingual strategies, and special education tools designed for the modern classroom.

Event Details
* When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
* Where: Virtual via Zoom
* Benefit: 4 Contact Hours
* Register Here: https://www.memberplanet.com/events/prtesol/burningissuesbilingualismtechnologyandspecialeducation

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow educators and elevate your teaching practice. Secure your spot today!

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