Learn to pronounce students' names.

Provide more time for assignments or adapt where possible - Work can be challenging even for students who speak English fluently - know that it is twice as hard in a language you're still learning.

Welcome new students and ask about previous school experience - what is their situation, what do they need?

Know the resources that are available for newcomers in your school (Settlement workers, EAL staff, resources, technology).

Acknowledge students strengths in areas other than school.

Let students know you are there to help - Recognize it is really hard to ask for help and many will avoid it.

Someone's intelligence is not based on their ability to communicate in English.

Be understanding that students may have extra family responsibilities outside of school - Students may have to be their parents’ translators for the doctor's office, filing taxes, or even meetings with their school for themselves or their siblings. Be understanding that family responsibilities may affect someone's ability to study or complete their school work.

Positive reinforcement - Tell newcomer students that they are doing a good job and recognize when a student is trying.

It would help if you could provide information about choosing courses and or options available to prepare for post-secondary - the system is all new to us.