Bilingualism and Home Language Use
A presentation of issues and strategies to help our students
Sociocultural Aspects for Bilingual Students in the Classroom
*Formalities of the language (i.e. slang, context)
*Current social trends
*Language
*Ethnic backgrounds of other students
Cultural Impact of Bilingualism and Home Language use
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Strategies and Resources for Cultivating Home and School Partnerships
*Open lines of Communication
*Continuous communication about progress
*School information sent home with both languages
*Events to encourage parents to come learn English
*Positive reinforcement for students getting their parents involved
Strategies for Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Home and School Partnership
*Parental involvement in the classroom
*Communication with teachers
*Participating in take home "family" assignments
*Responding to correspondence with the teachers
*Parental involvement in school activities
*Attending school functions
*Encouraging students to attend functions
*Student involvement in the classroom and school activities
*Ability to discuss sensitive issues with parents