Dual language programs benefit from serving diverse groups of students, but sometimes it can be a challenge to equitably involve all parents. In this workshop, we'll explore the struggles that can arise when we work to involve groups of parents across home languages, differing literacy levels, and different socio-economic statuses. Participants will share their own strategies and will take away a concrete list of strategies for equitable family involvement.
Previously a bilingual elementary school teacher in California and Guatemala, I'm currently the submissions editor at Rethinking Schools -- a magazine and book publisher that focuses on social justice in education. I'm also the co-editor of Rethinking Bilingual Education, an anthology... Read More →
