Student and Family Supports for English Learners

Parents, families, and caregivers of English learners are trusted partners in education.  Schools and districts are encouraged to carefully plan inclusive, two-way communication practices to engage families of English learners to support children’s learning at home and in school. 

Engagement and Partnership 

• Family and community engagement includes effective family engagement practices while outlining ways to develop trust and communication for the betterment of everyone.            
• Communication with families provides suggestions and resources for schools and districts to create inclusive, two-way communication practices to engage families of English learners in supporting their child’s learning at home and in school.  
• Enrolling and Supporting Displaced and Newcomer Students includes information to meet the needs of displaced and newcomer students as they are welcomed into a new school. Needed services may include academic and non-academic supports.   
• International and Foreign Exchange Students is a comprehensive resource to help Ohio schools and districts welcome and support international exchange students.                                      

 Related Resources

• U.S. Department of Education: English Learner Toolkit   
• Ohio Department of Education and Workforce: Supporting School Wellness Toolkit 
• Ohio Department of Education and Workforce: Supports for Students Experiencing Homelessness  

Last Modified: 9/19/2024 2:43:19 PM

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