ESL 546-Home and School Connections

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Apr 29, 2024

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Part 1: Schoolwide Event Proposal Title: Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity Description: Our school is proposing an event, titled "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity," to promote family and community engagement and celebrate the cultural diversity of our ELL families. The event will provide an opportunity for families to showcase their cultural traditions, share their experiences, and connect with other families and school staff. The event will also help to create a positive school climate and strengthen relationships between families, school staff, and the community. Rationale: Our school's asset-based approach to working with ELLs recognizes the cultural and linguistic resources they possess. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with this approach by recognizing and celebrating the cultural diversity of our ELL families. The event also promotes family and community engagement, which is essential for supporting the academic success of ELLs. By providing a welcoming and inclusive environment, the event will help to address the social- emotional needs of ELLs and create a positive learning environment. Agenda: The event will be a half-day event with the following agenda: - Welcome and Introductions (10 mins) - Cultural Showcase (60 mins): Families will set up booths showcasing their cultural traditions, including food, music, dance, clothing, and art. - Cultural Performances (30 mins): Students and families will perform traditional dances, songs, and music. - Family Storytelling (30 mins): Families will share their experiences and stories with each other and school staff. - Closing Remarks and Thank You (10 mins) Equipment and Supplies: The event will require tables, chairs, sound systems, microphones, decorations, paper plates, cups, and utensils. Overall, the "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event will be an excellent opportunity for our ELL families to showcase their cultural traditions, promote family and community engagement, and strengthen relationships with school staff and the community. The event will also align with our school's asset-based approach to working with ELLs, recognizing and valuing the cultural and linguistic resources they possess. Part 2: Cultural Connections Cultural influences, cultural competence, and social-emotional needs of ELLs in teaching and learning: Intentional strategies for family and community engagement are essential for supporting the academic success of ELLs. According to an article by Colorín Colorado, these strategies help build strong partnerships with families and community members, which aligns with our school's asset-based approach to working with ELLs. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event celebrates the cultural diversity of our ELL families and promotes cultural competence and understanding among students, families, and school staff. The article by EdWeek emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive social-emotional learning (SEL) for all students, including ELLs. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with this approach by recognizing and celebrating the

cultural diversity of our ELL families and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that addresses the social- emotional needs of ELLs. Intentional strategies for family and community engagement that support and highlight the assets of home language, communication, family involvement, and culture to build family, community, and school partnerships: The Colorín Colorado article emphasizes the importance of building strong partnerships with families and community members to support the academic success of ELLs. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" eventprovides an opportunity for families to showcase their cultural traditions, share their experiences, and connect with other families and school staff. This helps to build stronger partnerships between families, the community, and the school. The event also promotes cultural competence and understanding by celebrating the cultural diversity of our ELL families. The Edutopia article emphasizes the importance of an asset-based approach to working with ELLs to support their reading skills. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with this approach by recognizing and valuing the cultural and linguistic resources that ELLs possess. By incorporating their experiences and backgrounds into the event, we can create a more meaningful and engaging learning experience for ELLs. Inclusive school and classroom environment taking into consideration language acquisition and key environmental factors such as family, community practices, and the role of culture in student learning: Creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment is essential for supporting the academic success of ELLs. According to another Colorín Colorado article, educators can create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment that supports the academic success of all students by taking into consideration key environmental factors such as family and community practices. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with this approach by recognizing and valuing the cultural practices and traditions of our ELL families and providing an opportunity for families to share their cultural practices and traditions. Family and community practices play a critical role in influencing language learning. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event provides an opportunity for families to share their cultural practices and traditions, which can help to build a more culturally responsive and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with our school's asset-based approach to working with ELLs, recognizing and valuing the cultural and linguistic resources they possess. By promoting family and community engagement and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, the event can help to address the social-emotional needs of ELLs and create a positive learning environment. In conclusion, intentional strategies for family and community engagement, creating an inclusive school and classroom environment that takes into consideration language acquisition and key environmental factors such as family and community practices, and the role of culture in student learning, and an asset-based approach to working with ELLs are essential for supporting the academic success of ELLs. The "Celebrating Our Cultural Diversity" event aligns with these approaches by recognizing and valuing the cultural and linguistic diversity of our ELL families, promoting cultural competence and understanding, incorporating their experiences and backgrounds into the event, and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that addresses the social-emotional needs of ELLs. By implementing these strategies, we can create a more equitable and inclusive learning environment that supports the academic success of all students, including ELLs.

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