Working with Families & Communities

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-tips-for-connecting-with-non-english-speaking-parents/2015/12

APA Citation Gonzalez, A. (2020, April 22). Tips for Connecting With Non-English-Speaking Parents (Opinion). Retrieved December 09, 2020, from https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-tips-for-connecting-with-non-english-speaking-parents/2015/12

Description: As educators we need to overcome language barriers between children families. This resource consists of tips and examples on how to communicate with families who do not speak English. First we should have open communication with families and provide technology when needed. 

https://www.edutopia.org/home-school-connections-resources

APA Citation Faiella, K. (2016, September 26). Family Engagement: Resource Roundup. Retrieved December 09, 2020, from https://www.edutopia.org/home-school-connections-resources

Description: I chose this resource because teachers need to be reminded that we need to include families in their child's education. This can be as simple as keeping parents up to date on how their child is performing in school. Effective communication goes a long way as reciprocal relationships form over time.

https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/homeless/pdf/serv_for_families.pdf

APA Citation Resources and Strategies to Help Schools Assist Families Experiencing Challenges Related to the Economic Recession. (n.d.). Retrieved December 10, 2020, from https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/homeless/pdf/serv_for_families.pdf

Description: Once I came across this resource I knew that I had to include this! There are times when parents will tell teachers what is going on outside of school and the challenges they face. We can be here to support families and be active listeners while having a list of resources for them. 

https://www.waterford.org/education/how-parent-involvment-leads-to-student-success/

APA Citation How Parent Involvement Leads to Student Success. (2019, March 13). Retrieved December 10, 2020, from https://www.waterford.org/education/how-parent-involvment-leads-to-student-success/

Description: This webpage talks about how important parent engagement is to their child's success in school. A way that teachers can keep parents engaged is to invite parents into the classroom and take some time to talk outside of school. Parent involvement is crucial for a child as this connects to students success. 





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