Bridges Connecting Language & Literacy Conference

Educators from across Kern County and beyond will come together Nov. 6–7 at Bell Tower Plaza in downtown Bakersfield for the annual Bridges Connecting Language & Literacy Conference, a free professional learning event focused on strengthening literacy and language instruction for diverse student populations.

This year’s conference centers on the theme “Amplifying Language. Advancing Literacy. Transforming Learning.”

Registration is FREE, but space is limited, so gather your colleagues and save your spot HERE.

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