Name: Native American Inclusion and ML Engagement
Start: 2026-04-24T13:45:00-0700
End: 2026-04-24T14:45:00-0700

Native American Inclusion and ML Engagement

Friday April 24, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT

Ballroom H, Yakima Convention Center

Discover how one school elevates Native wisdom alongside diverse multilingual voices through intentional, small‑step practices. Learn how identifying building languages, celebrating cultures, strengthening translation services, and deepening family partnerships support engagement for Native American students while also extending to a global approach that honors all home languages and cultures, creating a more inclusive, connected school community.

Speakers

Mike Frederickson

ML Instructor, Waller Road Elementary, Puyallup School District

Mike Frederickson, ML Paraeducator - Presented at the Western Washington Native American Educators Conference 2025, co-leads the Cultural and Climate Committee, leads the annual school Culture Night, facilitates monthly cultural activities, and has been a member of the District Diversity... Read More →

Taylor Heersink

3rd Grade Teacher, Puyallup School District

Taylor Heersink, 3rd Grade Teacher -
M.S. in Curriculum & Instruction, Law Student at Purdue Global, Administrative Intern, Leads the Student Equity Advisory Council, Building Assessment Coordinator, Member of the District Social Studies Cadre, Member of the MTSS Oversight Committee, Member of the Culture & Climate Committe... Read More →

Friday April 24, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
Ballroom H, Yakima Convention Center

Breakout Sessions

WABE 2026 Annual Conference

Mike Frederickson

Taylor Heersink

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WABE 2026 Annual Conference

Mike Frederickson

Taylor Heersink

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