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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Teaching and Learning is proud to introduce an exciting new professional learning series, designed to support educators working with Dual Language Learners
 (DLLs) in pre-K settings. This five-part interactive series will provide educators with tools and strategies to create inclusive, language-rich classrooms that celebrate student voice, engage families meaningfully, and embrace culturally-responsive practices.
 For more information and links to register checkout the <a href="https://mainedoenews.net/2025/01/30/maine-doe-launches-new-pre-k-professional-learning-series-for-dual-language-learners/">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Nicole Madore</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
Early Childhood Specialist – Early Learning Team<br>
Office of Teaching and Learning <br>
Maine Department of Education<br>
23 State House Station<br>
Augusta, Maine 04333-0023<br>
<b>Email: </b><a href="mailto:Nicole.madore@maine.gov">nicole.madore@maine.gov</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Phone</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">: 207-446-3967 (cell)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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