Did you know that research shows that both families and schools need to partner together for student's to learn the language and succeed in school? Hughes et. al, (2016) says that to best meet diverse students' needs, teachers, schools, families, communies all need to work together (full article linked below)! You have information, skills, and other resources to help us meet the needs of your students. Please watch the video and click on the link below, from ColorinColorado (2023), to learn about some great ways you can support your child in their literacy skills such as reading together (even in your home langauge!) . I value your partnership and am looking forward to partnering with you to meet the needs of your students. Please reach out any time to connect!
Click on the link below to access many of the apps we use at school!
Video: Being Bilingual is a Superpower: Tips to Support Language and Literacy at Home (Breiseth,2023)