FLANC - Fostering Language Acquisition in North Carolina

Registration is officially open for the 2026 FLANC Fall Conference, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Winston-Salem on October 3–4! This year’s conference promises a meaningful and energizing experience as we come together under the theme “Languages as Our Light, Culture as Our Compass.”

From interactive sessions and collaborative learning to our keynote speaker, Dr. Bobby Hobgood, this is your opportunity to connect, grow, and be inspired alongside fellow language educators. Plus, don’t miss our new Sunday morning workshops—offered at no extra cost, with limited space available! Secure your spot early and take advantage of early bird pricing. We look forward to learning with you this fall!

Register at: bit.ly/FLANC2026

Dear community members, educators, and advocates,

We need your voice.

Harnett County Schools is planning to discontinue several Dual Language/Immersion (DL/I) programs impacting hundreds of students and families who have committed to these programs as a core part of their education.

These programs are not just about learning another language. They support strong academic outcomes, help students become bilingual and biliterate, and prepare them to succeed in a diverse and global world. For many families, they represent years of investment, trust, and community.

We are asking for your support. Read this letter and add your signature by filling out the form on the bottom of the letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hUR2-qwcDHvU3yn-_aqFn7zKuv1RodaLuUBSRgp174c/edit?usp=sharing

By signing, you are joining educators, families, and advocates across North Carolina in urging the district to:
Pause the program closures
Engage the community in transparent decision-making
Explore solutions that preserve access to dual language education

You can also help by:
Sharing this message with colleagues, families, and networks
Posting on social media
Encouraging organizations to sign on in support

Together, we can advocate for educational opportunities that benefit all students.

Thank you for standing with us.

Sincerely,
Bonnie Wang
President, FLANC

Urgent Request to Reconsider Closure of Dual Language/Immersion Programs in Harnett County Schools Urgent Request to Reconsider Closure of Dual Language/Immersion Programs in Harnett County Schools Dear Members of the Harnett County Board of Education, Greetings. We hope your spring semester is progressing smoothly. My name is Bonnie Wang, and I am writing on behalf of FLANC, a statewide ne...

Language educators, this is your moment. Every day, you create meaningful experiences, connect students to cultures, and open doors through language learning. What you do matters, and it deserves to be shared.
Don’t miss the opportunity to inspire others with your strategies, your creativity, and your impact. Take that step and submit your proposal today!

FLANC is so proud of all of our NC presenters who shared their knowledge at SCOLT this past weekend and our Board Members who helped make the weekend possible!

Do you have a strategy that works in your language classroom?
Join FLANC’s 60th Anniversary Fall Conference by submitting a proposal! We are looking for sessions focused on effective language strategies, cultural integration, and creative uses of technology and AI in the second language classroom.

Celebrate 60 years with us and contribute to the next chapter of language education.
🗓 Deadline: March 27
Link: bit.ly/FLANCProposals2026

Early registration ends March 1!
After this date, you will only be able to register on-site and you cannot register for DL/I site visits or workshops onsite. Register today to enjoy all SCOLT has to offer and the Best of FLANC 2026 presentations!

Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to celebrate your students. Find more information about Project CAFE and submit a nomination here: https://www.flanc.org/cafe All students will receive special recognition in March in a short video presentation at the SCOLT Conference in Raleigh!

Want to connect, collaborate, and earn CEUs while sharing ideas with fellow educators? Join us on May 9th for FLANC ShareFest 2026! This virtual event will take place from 9:00am-12:00pm! This event is free and open to all, promoting inclusivity and accessibility for everyone. Register now at: https://bit.ly/FLANCsharefest26. We look forward to learning and sharing with you!

Today is the day! 🎉
The Call for Proposals for the FLANC Fall Conference is now officially OPEN!
As we begin this new year, we invite YOU to share your voice, your insights into language education, your role as a powerful advocate for diversity and culture, and your firsthand expertise as a language educator. By submitting a proposal, you will help create an upcoming conference that offers a unique opportunity for collaboration, empowerment, and connection—bringing educators together as a community committed to collaborative learning and to advancing language and cultural advocacy across the state of North Carolina.

Conference Theme: “Languages as Our Light, Culture as Our Compass.”

You are encouraged to submit a proposal for:
- A 50-minute Saturday/Sunday session
- A 3-hour workshop on Sunday
- A Graduate student research poster

📣 Call for Proposals can be submitted using the following link: https://members.flanc.org/ap/Events/Register/DgFwZJVc1CQCW

Your voice, your experience, and your expertise can light the way for others.

For questions or additional information, please contact:
Kelly Ortiz
1st Vice President & Program Chair (Fall 2026)

2026 is a milestone year for FLANC! We are proud to celebrate 60 years of collaborative learning—six decades of elevating culture through language acquisition and shaping future generations of global citizens.

We invite you to be part of this shared journey at the FLANC Fall 2026 Conference, taking place October 3-–4, 2026, at the Benton Convention Center in the heart of Winston-Salem, NC.
The conference theme is “Languages as Our Light, Culture as Our Compass.”

📣 Call for Proposals opens January 12, 2026.
Your voice, your experience, and your expertise can light the way for others.