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Case: No Habla Ingles!
I currently work at an elementary school where the student population is 98% Latino/Hispanic. The vast majority of my students are ELL/ESOL students. Almost all of the student's parents are Spanish speakers that speak very little to no English. When we have to hold conferences throughout the year, we are often short staffed on translators. We are also encouraged NOT to use the students as translators. I wish I could communicate more often with my students' parents. Any suggestions?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would say to plan conferences as far in as advance as possible to have a translator present. Going beyond that to further your communication on a regular basis I would suggest finding a native Spanish speaking colleague that you could collaborate with to create home newsletters and announcements in Spanish. This would help the parents feel more connected to what their children are learning in your classroom and feel more comfortable around you when the conferences do come around. |
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Comments: I also would learn as much Spanish that would be helpful as quickly as possible. Also cell phone apps do help for both ends. |
Rated On: October 2, 2015 3:01 pm |
Rated By: uWaQyr |
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Comments: I like the idea of creating newsletter in spanish. |
Rated On: October 3, 2015 7:20 pm |
Rated By: aDuvej |
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Comments: I agree as well as send newsletters home that are translated to give the parents |
Rated On: October 4, 2015 11:43 pm |
Rated By: puLaGu |
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Comments: This is a great idea, I would use this if I ever found myself in a similar situation. |
Rated On: October 14, 2015 7:52 pm |
Rated By: XequMa |
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Comments: Great idea to send information how in their native language. |
Rated On: October 17, 2015 2:35 pm |
Rated By: uVeWar |
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Comments: This is a great solution. It actually gives to solution the advance notice for conferences and asking colleagues for help. |
Rated On: October 18, 2015 1:16 am |
Rated By: yZanaJ |
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Comments: I would use this suggested solution in my classroom. |
Rated On: October 18, 2015 2:16 pm |
Rated By: PyNaTy |
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Comments: I think this is a good idea. |
Rated On: October 18, 2015 4:13 pm |
Rated By: aTeRaz |
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Comments: It might be hard to find a Spanish-speaking colleague but I think this is highly useful overall. |
Rated On: October 18, 2015 10:00 pm |
Rated By: eMuHub |
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Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this |
Rated On: October 18, 2015 10:49 pm |
Rated By: punybu |
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Comments: I love this idea and I also think it would show the parents how much respect you have for them by going to that length to keep them involved in their children's schooling. |
Rated On: October 19, 2015 1:17 am |
Rated By: ezyMyM |
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Comments: This sounds like a really good idea especially the bit on creating a newsletter that tailors to some of the Spanish needs in the classroom and at home. |
Rated On: March 2, 2016 9:47 pm |
Rated By: uGaTyh |
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Comments: Agreed. |
Rated On: March 4, 2016 4:26 pm |
Rated By: beTyZa |
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Comments: I agree that incorporating their native language would be helpful. |
Rated On: March 6, 2016 12:10 am |
Rated By: uPuneq |
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Comments: this is very helpful |
Rated On: March 7, 2016 2:09 am |
Rated By: eqySam |
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Comments: This is a very good idea. I like the idea of newsletters being in Spanish for the parents. |
Rated On: March 7, 2016 2:51 am |
Rated By: usudaX |
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Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this |
Rated On: March 7, 2016 8:57 pm |
Rated By: eRyber |
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Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this. |
Rated On: October 16, 2016 12:15 am |
Rated By: junuTu |
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Comments: Having information sent home in Spanish is a good idea. Encouraging the family to bring anyone they know that can help translate can also be beneficial. I would use this solution for the situation. |
Rated On: October 16, 2016 1:39 am |
Rated By: ePymyp |
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Comments: Also an App! |
Rated On: October 16, 2016 11:27 pm |
Rated By: maPyqa |
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Comments: Planning ahead is always crucial for situations that require multiple tools or translators. |
Rated On: March 3, 2017 9:55 pm |
Rated By: jeReHy |
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Comments: This is a great solution. |
Rated On: March 5, 2017 6:35 am |
Rated By: Kelsey Lutzi |
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Comments: I agree, this might help the language barrier. |
Rated On: March 5, 2017 7:16 pm |
Rated By: avenyB |
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Comments: I agree with this, try and have as many translators on board in advance as possible. |
Rated On: July 9, 2017 1:05 am |
Rated By: eRahyR |
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Comments: This is the best solution. |
Rated On: October 15, 2017 10:58 pm |
Rated By: ysyByg |
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Comments: Great solution |
Rated On: February 24, 2018 11:46 pm |
Rated By: upyWyH |
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Comments: I think this solution is great. I think that planning as far ahead in advance is great and collaborating with another teacher or staff member that does speak Spanish or whatever the native language is a great tool to make things better throughout the year. |
Rated On: October 13, 2018 5:01 pm |
Rated By: byXyha |
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Comments: Agree |
Rated On: October 15, 2018 1:00 am |
Rated By: aLureP |
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Comments: This is a great solution with good ideas. |
Rated On: February 26, 2020 12:22 am |
Rated By: eraquR |
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Comments: I agree, plan in advance because it's so important to have a translator present so both the parents & teacher can get the most out of the conference. |
Rated On: October 7, 2020 7:40 pm |
Rated By: HuraHu |
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Comments: Planning far in advance will definitely help with the shortage as the school won't be using them all at the same time. |
Rated On: October 31, 2021 6:31 am |
Rated By: aseTyD |
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Comments: Planning and cooperating with families is key to success, and finding someone competent to assist you is very helpful! |
Rated On: November 25, 2022 12:14 pm |
Rated By: yDapem |
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Comments: This solution is something I would attempt to use if I was in this situation. |
Rated On: April 2, 2023 1:58 am |
Rated By: GeduVy |
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