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KnowledgeBases > The English Language Learner KnowledgeBase for Administrators > Element 3 > Activity 2 > Task 4: Establish the English Language Parent Advisory Committee

Guideline:

Title III, Part C, Section 3302 (e) of the No Child Left Behind Act states that "each eligible entity using funds provided under this title to provide a language instruction educational program shall implement an effective means of outreach to parents of limited English proficient children to inform such parents of how they can be involved in the education of their children and assist them achieve academic success." Organizng a parent advisory committee is a way to meet this requirement.  Such a committee enables school staff members and parents to interact.  

Practical Tips Parent Advisory Committees/Councils

This resource offers examples of existing ESL/Bilingual/ELL/LEP Parent Advisory Committees or Councils. The selected examples are provided for illustrative purposes.

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.

References Project Appleseed _EXTERNAL_LINK

As noted at its website, "Project Appleseed provides information on parental involvement in America's public schools. The mission of Project Appleseed, the National Campaign for Public School Improvement, is to Leave No Parent Behind."

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