May 16, 2025

Berkley Schools Teachers Engage with Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol

Six individuals standing in a modern office space, engaging in a discussion near whiteboards covered with notes and markers.

Eight of our elementary and middle school teachers recently participated in a professional learning series on the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) model, a research-based approach that helps make content more accessible for Multilingual Learners and Academic English Learners. The training focused on practical strategies to integrate language and content instruction, increase student interaction and support academic language development. Teachers left with new tools to enhance learning for all students.