ACTFL Welcomes New Executive Director: Lawrence Paska
ACTFL is excited to share that Lawrence "Larry" Paska, PhD, CAE, has been appointed as its new executive director. With his vast experience and leadership abilities, Paska is well-equipped to lead ACTFL in its goal of promoting multilingual and multicultural education.
Paska's Strategic Vision for ACTFL
In his new position, Paska will be responsible for guiding ACTFL’s strategic direction, operations, and staffing. His impressive track record in association management means he can effectively steer the organization, making sure that quality language education resources and support reach educators nationwide.
Strong Endorsement from ACTFL Leadership
"We're thrilled to have Larry join ACTFL," said LJ Randolph, the ACTFL President. "His outstanding leadership and deep insights into education will be crucial as we continue to support our members and the wider community." This reflects the board's strong belief in Paska's capability to promote growth and innovation.
A Strong Background in Education
Paska brings with him over 25 years of valuable experience in both education and association management. In his previous position as the executive director of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), he demonstrated his ability to lead an organization focused on improving education. He has successfully secured grants, crafted strategic visions, and advanced the professional development of teachers.
Paska's Commitment to Language Education
"I feel both honored and excited to join the ACTFL community," Paska remarked. "I’m eager to support language educators in reaching their highest potential through our shared values and mission. This is an important moment for multilingual education, and I can't wait to work with the dedicated ACTFL team to elevate our common goals." His optimistic perspective is set to energize the ACTFL community.
Understanding ACTFL's Mission and Vision
ACTFL is not just an organization; it's a dynamic community of language education professionals dedicated to fostering cultural diversity through education. The organization offers vital resources tailored to the changing needs of language educators and their students. With a focus on quality research, standards, and professional development, ACTFL creates an environment where language education can flourish.
About ACTFL: The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) passionately advocates for high-quality language instruction and supports best practices within the language education community. Their commitment to research-driven approaches ensures educators are equipped to tackle the contemporary challenges they face in language education.
ACTFL's Vision: ACTFL envisions a world connected through language, where individuals value and gain from a rich multilingual and multicultural education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lawrence Paska?
Lawrence "Larry" Paska is the newly appointed executive director of ACTFL, bringing with him over 25 years of valuable experience in education and association management.
What does ACTFL stand for?
ACTFL stands for the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, which focuses on advancing language education.
What is ACTFL's mission?
ACTFL's mission is to provide vision, leadership, and support for quality teaching and learning of languages.
What responsibilities will Paska have?
Paska will oversee the strategic direction, operations, and staffing of ACTFL, ensuring that the organization effectively fulfills its mission.
Why is Paska's appointment important?
Paska's extensive experience in education and leadership roles positions him to enhance ACTFL's influence and reach within the language education community.
