Summer Institute Join us for a five-day, immersive professional learning experience for K–12 educators committed to teaching Ethnic Studies with integrity and depth. Participants engage with WAESN Modules 1–3, explore pan–Ethnic Studies frameworks, strengthen liberatory pedagogies, and build confidence teaching intersecting racial and ethnic histories. Includes up to 36 clock hours and a free WAESN lesson plan. When: August 3-7, 2026 Where: New Freeway Hall (Columbia City) 5018 Rainier Ave S Seattle, WA 98118 Register Now Registration Fees Include: The 5-day institute All 9 WAESN PD modules* Exclusive summer-only content sessions Up to 35 clock hours Continental Breakfast Exclusive access to WAESN curriculum Past summer-only content sessions include: Asian-American Studies with Dr. Nan Ma Black Studies with Dr. LaTaSha Levy Chican@ Activism Through Art with Jake Prendez Critical Race Theory in K–12 Education with Dr. Tracy Castro-Gill and Dr. Chris Mena Filipinx Studies with Rogelio Rigor Hidden Curriculum and Fugitive Pedagogies with Dr. Tracy Castro-Gill and Dr. Chris Mena Latinx Studies with Dr. Gonzalo Guzmán Leveling Up Your PLC with the WAESN PLC Crew Organizing for Ethnic Studies in Washington State with Oliver Miska Pacific Islander Studies with Sui-Lan Ho’okano Pan Ethnic Studies: What is it? Why does WAESN do it? with Dr. Tracy Castro-Gill and Dr. Chris Mena Supporting Youth Leadership with the WAESN Youth Advisory Board Register Now Registration Fees: Pre-registration: $750 Certificated Educator: $1,000 Teacher Candidate: $500** High School Student: FREE** * Modules 1–3 will be completed during the institute. Modules 4-9 will be completed virtually. **Proof of student status must be provided prior to the start of the institute.