• SWCOLT PLAN Nevada Teachers Reno 2022

  • PLAN Executive Board SWCOLT PLAN 2022

  • PLAN SWCOLT Local Area Committee 2022

  • PLAN Statewide Conference 2019, Reno, Nevada

  • PLAN Members at the ACTFL 2018 Annual Convention and World Languages Expo in New Orleans

  • PLAN Members at Mardi Gras World during the ACTFL 2018 Annual Convention and World Languages Expo

  • SWCOLT/PLAN 2022 March 24-26, 2022 Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, NV

  • ACTFL Nevada Picture 2019

  • Nevada State Seal of Biliteracy

  • PLAN State Conference 2017

  • SWCOLT Nevada Teachers 2017

  • Nevada Teachers of the Year as of 2019

  • PLAN State Conference 2018

  • SWCOLT Nevada Teachers 2013

  • SWCOLT Las Vegas 2013 Local Area Committee

  • ACTFL Nevada Teachers 2015

  • PLAN TOY 2012-2017

  • ACTFL PLAN Members 2016

  • PLAN Conference Committee 2016

  • SWCOLT PLAN Convention Logo 2013

Welcome to PLAN (Professional Language Association of Nevada)

SWCOLT-AZLA 2025

Is your New Year’s resolution to re-energize your teaching skills? Do you just need a mid-January break in sunny Phoenix? Here’s the solution: attend SWCOLT-AZLA 2025! It’s not too late to register. SWCOLT is offering 6 incredible pre-conference workshops by renowned presenters followed by two days of amazing sessions on a variety of topics of interest to world language educators. And, you won’t want to miss our keynote speaker Sheilah Nicolas and the selection of our 2025 SWCOLT Teacher of the Year. Network with over 30 world language exhibitors during breaks and our member reception. Join us!” Registration and full conference information at https://www.swcolt.org/swcolt-2025.

Professional Development Opportunities 

January PLC

February Book Study

March PLC

Congratulations to the our 2025 Nevada World Language Teacher 
Carmen Hernandez Chavez

Maestra de español en Reno recibe reconocimiento de asociación de educadores de idiomas - The Nevada Independent

Carmen is a lifelong learner, who believes that she hasn’t had to work a day in her career because she loves her job so much. She exudes joy, knowledge, and kindness. Finally, Carmen has strong pedagogical skills that help motivate her students to become strong language learners. Carmen epitomizes excellence in language education, making her an ideal candidate for the 2024 World Language Teacher of the Year from Nevada. Her innovative teaching methods engage students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, fostering a deep appreciation for linguistic and cultural diversity. Carmen’s passion for language education, innovative teaching approach, leadership in professional development, and commitment to community engagement make her an exemplary representative of Nevada for the 2024 World Language Teacher of the Year award. Her impact transcends the classroom, shaping the next generation of global citizens equipped with the linguistic and cultural competence to thrive in an interconnected world.

Our Mission

1

To stimulate the interest of all peoples everywhere in the learning and preserving of skills in international languages, including the learning of English as a second/foreign language.

2

To foster discussion and interchange of ideas relative to the study of international languages.

3

To recognize excellence in the study and teaching of international languages through participation in the activities of the Association.

4

To join with affiliate organizations at state, regional and national levels in advocating for the study of international languages.