MATSOL 2014 Conference: Online Program
Refresh • Reflect • Renew
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ELL Family Engagement: A mid-incidence district's story of growing success
jeudi 8 mai 2014 à 15:30–16:15 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.
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.