2014 Conference

May 8–9, 2014

Framingham, MA

MATSOL 2014 Conference: Online Program

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ELL Family Engagement: A mid-incidence district's story of growing success

Thursday, May 8, 2014 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT

Wayland

Session Abstract

This presentation will focus on one district's successes in fostering family engagement for it's ELL population, highlighting the Spanish Speaking families who came from la frontera of Mexico and Guatemala. Stories will highlight how the community, district, and families are working together for the success of their ELL students.

Session Length

Research-Oriented Presentation (45 minutes)

Audience

All Audiences

Topic Strand

Family and Community Connections

Lead Presenter

Rebecca Wright, Gill Montague Regional School District

Biographical Statement

Rebecca Wright is the ELE Coordinator and Spanish Speaking Liaison for the Gill Montague Regional School District based in Turners Falls, MA.

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Co-Presenters

Jimena De Pareja, Gill Montague Regional School District

Biographical Statement

Jimena De Pareja, a former teacher in Ecuador, is the bilingual paraprofessional for the Gill Montague School District, and a parent of two young boys.