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KnowledgeBases > The English Language Learner KnowledgeBase for Parents > Element 2 > Activity 1 > Task 2: Be Involved in Your Children's Education

Guideline:

When parents are involved in their children's education, their children do better in school. Though parents of English language learner (ELL) students may be wary of interacting with school officials, parents' participation is important for their children's academic success.

Tools Parent Information Tips _EXTERNAL_LINK

SAY (Social Advocates for Youth) San Diego produced this set of tips for parents. Topics include homework help, information about studying for tests, questions for parents to ask at parent-teacher conferences, and going to college. Each tip sheet is available in PDF format in English and Spanish versions.

Guidelines Improving Your Child’s Education: A Guide for Latino Parents _EXTERNAL_LINK

Developed by the Education Trust, "this guide offers Latino parents a number of suggestions on how they can get involved in and be better advocates for the education of their children." The information offers Latino parents the tools to exercise their rights under applicable federal law and regulations.

Practical Tips Latino Families: Getting Involved in Your Children's Education _EXTERNAL_LINK

This resource explains how Latino families can get involved in the education of their children.

References Encuentros Leadership _EXTERNAL_LINK

The Encuentros Leadership website provides information about its programs aimed at encouraging and supporting Latino boys to succeed in school. Though initially supporting Latino biys in northern San Diego (California) County, its programs may serve as an example to teachers, parents, and Latino advocates in other communities.

References NEA - Parent Resources _EXTERNAL_LINK

This link is to resources for parents from the National Education Association (NEA).

References National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education _EXTERNAL_LINK

As noted at its website, "the National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education advocates the involvement of parents and families in their children's education, and to foster relationships between home, school, and community to enhance the education of all our nation's young people." The website provides resources promoting parent and family involvement.

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