NYS TESOL Members:
NYS TESOL is a community of TESOL professionals throughout New York State. Our goals are to advance the profession by facilitating professional development and to advocate for equitable policies and practices for multilingual learners.
- Network with other professionals across the state and beyond.
- Engage in seminars and presentations from top educators and leaders in the field.
- Develop leadership capacity in themselves and their communities.
- Advance the academic, social, emotional and linguistic growth of multilingual learners.
- Receive monthly memos with updates, events and issues relevant to the profession.
- May request CTLE credit.
- Receive discounts for conferences and events.
Advocacy Subcommittee Meet-up
The NYS TESOL Advocacy Committee recently hosted an "Educator Meet-Up" as part of its Neighborly Connect initiative at Wolf & Warrior in White Plains. Held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, the event brought together educators to foster a stronger community. The gathering provided a collaborative space for networking, sharing feedback on shifting English language instruction landscapes. By centering educator voices in public discourse, the meetup emphasized NYS TESOL's mission to advance professional growth and support diverse student populations through local community engagement.
Are you looking for information on upcoming NYS TESOL advocacy events or how to join a specific Special Interest Group (SIG)? Send an email to Sonal Patel-Sheth at vpadvocacy@nystesol.org
Carmen Pérez-Hogan
1939-2026
Carmen Pérez-Hogan, former NYS TESOL president (1974) and longtime advocate for bilingual and ENL students, has passed away.
She was a transformative leader in New York State’s educational landscape, dedicating her career to ensuring equitable opportunities for ENL and bilingual students.
Often referred to as a "giant" in the field, her legacy continues to inform current NYSED policy and practices ensuring that cultural and linguistic diversity are viewed as assets within the classroom.
For inquiry or further information, please contact ask@nystesol.org
