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MrsMurat Oct 24 @ 9:00 PM EDT

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KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening, #ELLCHAT ! Tonight we will be talking about managing those all-important parent-teacher conferences with different languages!

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Let’s Begin! Q1) Please Share your name, where you’re from and what you teach #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Oct 24 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1 Paridad Education Consulting - a group of EL/Bilingual education consultants that work around the US #ellchat

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1 Paridad Education Consulting - a group of EL/Bilingual education consultants that work around the US #ellchat

C_C_Mitchell Oct 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Engaging the Families of English-Language Learners https://t.co/V1VEBHbnNi #ellchat #ells https://t.co/qfxUZcCVoU

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1) Please Share your name, where you’re from and what you teach #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 I’m Karen Nemeth - co-host of #ELLCHAT and early childhood ELL/DLL author consultant from eastern PA

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@tangelmayahooc1 Type #ELLCHAT in your search box to create a column just for #ELLCHAT Look for questions and answer with matching number

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@tangelmayahooc1 Type #ELLCHAT in your search box to create a column just for #ELLCHAT Look for questions and answer with matching number

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi! Judie Haynes, retired ESL teacher & author from N.J. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q2) How do you encourage bilingual family involvement in Parent-Teacher Conferences? How to get them to come in? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@tangelmayahooc1 Everything you tweet for the chat must contain #ELLCHAT (if not we won’t see it)

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2) Resource - How to hold effective conferences with families of ELLs https://t.co/G2aJI6yrfQ #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2 This is an issue for some schools - If you grew up in U.S. you know what to do, but these traditions are not in all countries #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#ellchat Mayra Angel ELL coordinator in Mineral Point, WI

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Send home reminders in L1, provide interpreters, & allow parents to bring kids with them #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2) Send home a written invitation, talk about the event with Ss, call the day before to remind parents. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2 Does anyone invite some experienced bilingual parents to call and explain what to expect at P/T conference? #ELLCHAT

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2) #ELLCHAT we try to hold the confrence as late or as early as the parent wants. Try to work around their schedule.

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Mayra Angel, ELL Coordinator in Mineral Point, WI #ellchat

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 Make a short YouTube video to show parents the steps of what happens in a conference. Ease anxiety by removing the unknown! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2) Determining who needs an nterpreter is really important #ELLCHAT https://t.co/04WBGjpHK7

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Send home reminders in L1, provide interpreters, & allow parents to bring kids with them #ellchat

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: I find that many parents are receptive to accepting invitations to come in for conferences. We call and send home letters. #ellchat

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Twitter chat #ellchat sorry I'm late!

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 - Maybe this works because you word it really as an invitation - not a demand? #ELLCHAT https://t.co/S2HyGDN5RE

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: I find that many parents are receptive to accepting invitations to come in for conferences. We call and send home letters. #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) Sharon Glenn, Former ESL teacher, gr. K-7 in IA, now relocated to PA #ellchat

AssignmentHelpN Oct 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

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ColorinColorado Oct 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences with Bilingual Families | https://t.co/qywnyTHViP #ELLChat @ColorinColorado

massignmenthelp Oct 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

4 Interesting Facts about K-12 Education https://t.co/opLHhYEyzC #coascd #colchat #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2. Make sure to allow time for translations. 15 minutes isn't long enough. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/bNbN3FlvB2

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q2) How do you encourage bilingual family involvement in Parent-Teacher Conferences? How to get them to come in? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Do you ever have a whole family show up for the P/T Conference? How do you deal with that? #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I call parents to schedule the conferences myself, also remind them the week of, work around their schedule #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Scheduled w/ interpreters making same language back to back, and they would call to confirm w/ each family, reminder calls too #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Resource: Tips for Parent Teacher Conferences https://t.co/XLcMT5q1n1 #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Oct 24 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Home-School Connections Help #ELLs and Their Parents https://t.co/JxtpBoOfwi #ellchat https://t.co/Y3qbaqyF0e

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 Set up an activity in a different part of the room for kids so P and T can speak freely #ellchat https://t.co/ABgF0g7haA

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Do you ever have a whole family show up for the P/T Conference? How do you deal with that? #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Agree that 15 minutes is not long enough, especially for translating. I allow myself half an hour between my families. #ELLCHAT

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2) we try to have a playroom with babysitters and snacks #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Great idea for A2 - thanks @tangelmayahooc1 #ELLCHAT https://t.co/zgi2VeTcrA

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I call parents to schedule the conferences myself, also remind them the week of, work around their schedule #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM It could be. However, when I have problems the request becomes more urgent. I've never had a parent turn me down. #ellchat

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@Paridad_US @KarenNemethEdM a large movement in Edu is student led conferences. I love this and encourage whole family be included #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Our school also schedules my ELL students first then the rest of the students. It's great to have that flexibility #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado Oct 24 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Bilingual tip sheet for parent: Parent-Teacher Conferences | https://t.co/4dXyuDZpGD #ELLChat @ColorinColorado#ELL

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Yes - I’ve seen this and it seems to be super effective if it doesn’t get out of hand! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/f4o1bhPhDo

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@Paridad_US @KarenNemethEdM a large movement in Edu is student led conferences. I love this and encourage whole family be included #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3) How do you develop a relationship with parents of ELLs before the annual Parent-Teacher Conference? #ELLCHAT

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM @Paridad_US #ELLCHAT what a gift if the whole family is involved in the child's education. I only wish for such a problem.

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@JanMcClellanELL @Paridad_US @KarenNemethEdM can you explain what this would look like? #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM A2) I have toys that I get out only when little siblings come or they are allowed to write on the whiteboard. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 Maybe the old U.S. tradition of Parent/Teacher conference is not necessary? New ideas cropping up here! #ELLCHAT

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@tangelmayahooc1 @Paridad_US @KarenNemethEdM the students lead how they are doing in school. As address plus and delta. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3 One new way is we no longer wait until Oct. to first interact w/ families. This is easy for some tchrs, challenging for others! #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado Oct 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

New video w/ Dr. Alba Ortiz! Communicating effectively w/ parents about student needs & services https://t.co/MK1f1fce3I #ELL #ELLChat

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I don't have too many students, therefore I do home visits. I'm also involved in their registration #ELLCHAT

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) #ellchat we take the same measures to invite all families to back to school night. Numerous interpreters r there. And babysitting n food

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2 Article on the power of student-led parent/teacher conferences https://t.co/MO6sALUmyR #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) Home visits make relationships stronger. Periodically, I go out to the car if they drop/pick up. Face to face contact = best! #ellchat

C_C_Mitchell Oct 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#ELL Parents Can Boost Their Children's English Skills By Doing These Two Things https://t.co/veHkDDihjq #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Hello! Cindy from Iowa. Joining a little late. I teach Preschool! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 In Head Start, EVERY child gets a home visit before he/she starts school. Do any of your programs do this? #ELLCHAT

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Open house, phone calls, and I use remind to discuss happenings in grade level, school, and class infos. #ELLChat https://t.co/up3gsBYX9h

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3) How do you develop a relationship with parents of ELLs before the annual Parent-Teacher Conference? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q3) How to develop a relationship with parents of ELLs before the annual Parent-Teacher Conference? #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: I try to catch parents as they come to school for drop off/pick up. I also tell students that my goal is to meet all parents #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@Paridad_US I love this idea as well! I'm wondering if you could do this in other languages for parents?! #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) Postcards sent out in home language inviting families not just students to registration. Want them comfortable to visit school. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) informal chats when parent comes to pick up child, telephone calls, YouTube videos. #ELLCHAT

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: also, I hope my first contact is before November. Not always successful but it's my goal! #ELLChat

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 A bilingual parent advisory committee helps Ps get involved in school so they know Ts years before their S is in class w/ them #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@JanMcClellanELL A3 https://t.co/VV1R7Kew6U lets you send protected texts to families in different languages & stay in touch! #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Video - Parent-Teacher Conferences: Secrets for Success @ColorinColorado https://t.co/1dy6gd5dEM #ELLChat #ELL

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@Cindylou2588 You could even do it w/o words so it's useful for families of all languages! #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@JanMcClellanELL 15 minutes isn't enough when it comes to translations. You need almost double the time to be effective! #ellchat

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I also try to stay in touch with my families over the summer months. They seem to appreciate the continued commitment and #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 It’s funny - busing is so helpful in many communities - from PreK on up - but gets in the way of partnerships w/ families :( #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@Cindylou2588 @Paridad_US In native languages is a great idea, but my concern is that not all have Internet access. #ellchat

C_C_Mitchell Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Parental Involvement Seen as Key to #ELL Achievement https://t.co/V5MO6BmOno #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@SharonJKGlenn @Paridad_US Very true! I've found texting to be effective! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

HEY, everybody! Remember to start your #ELLCHAT tweet with the answer number so other readers know which Q you’re answering. Thanks!

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3) Resource - 5 Thoughts on Parent Conferences with Families of ELLs https://t.co/8f3WHvrW41 #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@SharonJKGlenn @Cindylou2588 My experience has been that even if families don't have internet access, they have smartphone access #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#ellchat We have found https://t.co/qDpd4ZbA5L a great texting translation tool! Could be used to set up conferences!

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

.@RemindHQ #ELLCHAT https://t.co/iaEPGPMGiv

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM it's super helpful to seamlessly translate with multiple languages

maggieessig Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@SharonJKGlenn @Cindylou2588 Or keep the school computer lab open at times for parent use! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@maggieessig @SharonJKGlenn @Cindylou2588 A3 Research shows that more than 90% of families use smartphones in all incomes/areas #ELLCHAT

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM We do home visits with all of our preschool families and bring a translator to answer ?'s before school starts! #ellchat

globalQZ Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3) Occasional home visits a valuable trust-building practice for both ELL families & Tchrs #ellchat https://t.co/FsvYk6XNpJ

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q3) How to develop a relationship with parents of ELLs before the annual Parent-Teacher Conference? #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 I had my families attend our homecoming this year with me. It was a success. #ELLCHAT

EmilyJameson28 Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#eel #ELL #ELLchat https://t.co/moCaIjd0QM

npr_ed Oct 24 @ 11:51 AM EDT

Dual-immersion is just one of the three basic approaches used to teach the millions of ELL students.… https://t.co/NF1mLTxpOx

McGrawHillK12 Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

An Educator's Perspective // "Advice for New EL Teachers" #ELLChat https://t.co/JxNptY1r9A

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q4) What resources do you have for interpreters/translation at your conferences? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Does your school translate notes to parents? Schools Civil Rights Obligations to ELLs and their families https://t.co/RQ3x6qom5N #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A3 Fun! You really have to spend time w/ people to begin to bridge a language barrier! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/bbCtIQVnli

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 I had my families attend our homecoming this year with me. It was a success. #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@maggieessig @Cindylou2588 True. I had students help their parents set up mobile app to check grades & they all could be informed! #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@globalQZ So true! Really seems to make them more comfortable even though there's a language barrier! #ellchat

maggieessig Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 My old district used Language Line phone interpreters for low incidence languages #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) Teachers need to make sure they speak to parents, not to interpreter. #ELLChat

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: My district provides access to CTS Language Link. It provides translation via telephone. #ellchat

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A3) we have a very detailed family resource center where families meet and obtain info on lawyers, adult literacy classes, etc #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 Never use the school-age siblings as interpreters (except sometimes it seems you have no choice) Conundrum! #ELLCHAT

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 I only have Spanish speakers so being fully bilingual gives me an advantage. Also having their same cultural background is great #ELLCHAT

Ms_Nogle Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM reading the #ELLCHAT has been super helpful! I'm in my 1st year with a big ELL population! #alwayslearning

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@globalQZ @KarenNemethEdM I've done a couple this year. At 1 we showed S & parents how to log into a math website #ellchat

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM so true!!! Build relationships with parents! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 I’m a big fan of using the Google Translate mobile app w/camera held over document - you & parent can read together! #ELLCHAT Magic!

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: We can also request a live interpreter from the district, but we are more likely to get one for a high-incidence language #ellchat

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#ellchat Culturegrams - great site with info. about a culture and how they interact! I've learned a lot. Available through my AEA in Iowa

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4) It's important not to allow the student to be their own interpreter. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) Teachers can ask parents to bring an adult relative. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 You could invite volunteers from local college to be interpreter - but MUST train them on confidentiality! #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM They also have the microphone function that you can use to get a live translation #ellchat

globalQZ Oct 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I translated notes & forms. Created #bilingual webpage for school & got parents more involved #ELLchat https://t.co/Gvuy2dq5mo

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Does your school translate notes to parents? Schools Civil Rights Obligations to ELLs and their families https://t.co/RQ3x6qom5N #ELLCHAT

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4) Our district provides translators. VERY helpful! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5) What tips do you have for when the conference includes an interpreter? It can be unnerving if teacher is new! #ELLCHAT

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4. Discuss with translator briefly before the conference concerns so you can focus on the parents. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/wrcbzVDAqI

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q4) What resources do you have for interpreters/translation at your conferences? #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Oct 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4 Conferences at our school were Student led and they translated. We had translators for L1 Ss to help facilitate.#ELLCHAT

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

This is something I'm proud to say abt Ts I work with. They look right at parents when talking to them #ellchat https://t.co/ydYcdzTxUT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) Teachers need to make sure they speak to parents, not to interpreter. #ELLChat

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 Make eye contact with the parent, not the interpreter! #ellchat

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judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Resource: How to hold an effective conference with parents of ELLs https://t.co/mmz4MXlwF8 #ELLCHAT

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A4) our teachers use lang line during the school day just to check in. Good to communicate and say hi - not only when concerned. #ellchat

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@nikiugel That's awesome #ellchat

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I would definitely go over the process with the teacher prior to meeting the parents. #ELLCHAT

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@JanMcClellanELL I've done this too. It's so helpful! #ellchat

Ms_Nogle Oct 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: take it slow & don't say too much at once. I also have a "worksheet" filled out w/important info & talking points #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Oct 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 Make sure interpreter is comfortable/willing to interpret. Just b/c they speaks another lang doesn't mean they can interpret #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4) Would explain this document to classroom T and then share w/ interpreter so they knew also. #ellchat https://t.co/iwxJn0he9J

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5) Try and greet in native language. Look at the parents, not translator. Ask if they need clarification. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Resource - Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences with Bilingual Families https://t.co/eQD5bcAsv6 #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5) Give parents a copy of the key points you made during the conference. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 Official OSEP glossary Spanish/English terms for special education meetings https://t.co/wQbQC0Qu1L #ELLCHAT

globalQZ Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@judiehaynes A4) sometimes a sibling was present bc the parent felt more comfortable & it was a family event #ELLchat

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5) respectfully the interpreters only job is to translate. Most are very good at what they do. #ellchat

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@Paridad_US True. Might be uncomfortable if it's sensitive topic too. Better 2 get professional interpreter even if u hav 2 pay #ellchat

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@DdelaneyDiana love love love this! Ss led conferences encourage accountability and engagement! #ELLCHAT

EmilyDESOL383 Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5) reminder that it takes 2x as long bc everything is said 2x. Simplify and keep to most important. Pause often for clarification #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A4) I think it's difficult to honestly discuss problems if a sibling is present. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/sKFHjX1BNv

globalQZ Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@judiehaynes A4) sometimes a sibling was present bc the parent felt more comfortable & it was a family event #ELLchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6) How are ELLs graded in your school? How do you explain it to parents? Are there any other topics unique to families of ELLs? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A4) Interpreters may not be familiar with the vocab specific to education. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/eymM8ojioY

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A4 Of course this is true BUT even expert interpreters might not know the right legal or diagnostic terms for a dif… https://t.co/xtX6ocB5tk

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I just want to say this is my very first CHAT and it's amazing! Thank you all! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6) ELLs may have modified grades. This needs to be explained to parents. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Thank you. We're glad you joined us. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/UDMKmrNxLd

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I just want to say this is my very first CHAT and it's amazing! Thank you all! #ELLCHAT

DolezsarGlarvin Oct 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#CaringClassroom Chat in 5 min! #ELLCHAT #K12talent #Kinderchat #ksedchat #TeacherEdChat #TLAP #USedchat https://t.co/oy60JqVCA7

Cindylou2588 Oct 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6) In PK our GOLD assessment includes an ELL portion. They're 'graded' using English, but ELL says how their Eng. Lang. is doing. #ellchat

EmilyDESOL383 Oct 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6). We provide many assess reports. We have interpreter orientation & discuss best terms to use + interpreter network & discuss #ellchat

tangelmayahooc1 Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 what may be a good way to explain to parents about modified grades? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 Since screening tools are not available in languages other than Eng and Span, ELL parent interviews have to be used #ELLCHAT

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM @Paridad_US Agree. Noticed that evn w pd interpreter. Thinking btr whn sensitive topic vs anthr parent;discretion #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6) If ELLs are newcomers, the grade may be for effort. They're not ready to be graded on content. #ELLCHAT

JanMcClellanELL Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

More than just an asterisk about modifications! So agree! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/r4TH7MJlrD

judiehaynes - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6) ELLs may have modified grades. This needs to be explained to parents. #ELLCHAT

globalQZ Oct 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@judiehaynes yes, when discussing student's personal difficulties his/her privacy takes precedence & siblings shldnt b present #ELLchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 And ELL families need to know more about services available for their child and not to be afraid of them! #ELLCHAT

VioletaRGamez Oct 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@judiehaynes Yes. One article mentioned sometimes parents bring member from church who is more fluent #ellchat

nikiugel Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6) Grades based on speaking, reading, writing. -- leaving the sheltered classroom with less ESL support based on test scores. #ellchat

Ms_Nogle Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6: modifications, pull out, &push ins need to be understood by the parents. They should understand what their Ss is doing @ school #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4) I explain this to teachers and interpreters, so they have same frame of reference. #ellchat https://t.co/Xv5S5TaCBW

TheESOLNinja Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6: Grades are based on the course's grading system. Teachers are expected to modify #ellchat