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participatechat May 15 @ 9:00 PM EDT

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KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#ELLchat first question - don’t forget to start your reply with A1 for Q1 Please share your name, what you teach and where you’re from.

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Join us at 9 PM ET to discuss using community resources to support #ELLs.

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT stream will be used for this hour for our weekly chat. Please hold other tweets until after the chat.

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Valentina, PD Specialist for ELLs in Katy, Tx hoping to chat tonight for a bit #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co host of #ELLCHAT, author, consultant, specialize on ELLs/DLLs in early years - eastern PA! https://t.co/IWsYYGOL9i

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Tonight we'll discuss using community resources to support ELLs.

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1) Hi #ellchat friends! I'm Carol Salva, HS Newcomer tchr & co-author of #BoostingAchievement. Also a #Seidlitz Ed trainer. Excited 2 join!

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1) I'm Judie Haynes, former ESL teacher, author and co-moderator of #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome @MsSalvac. Congratulations on your new book. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1) Hi #ellchat friends! I'm Carol Salva, HS Newcomer tchr & co-author of #BoostingAchievement. Also a #Seidlitz Ed trainer. Excited 2 join!

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Emily here ~ K-12 ESL teacher in Concord, NC #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Thank you, @judiehaynes! Your #ellchat is listed in the resource section. I'm grateful 2 u & @KarenNemethEdM 4 all we get 2 learn here!

In reply to @judiehaynes, @judiehaynes, @KarenNemethEdM

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@MsSalvac & her book are amazing!! I'm a huge supporter. ❤️📚🤗 #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Welcome @MsSalvac. Congratulations on your new book. #ELLCHAT
- MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:04 PM EDT
  
  A1) Hi #ellchat friends! I'm Carol Salva, HS Newcomer tchr & co-author of #BoostingAchievement. Also a #Seidlitz Ed trainer. Excited 2 join!

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q2 What health-related resources are helpful to ELLs in your community? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thanks! #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Thank you, @judiehaynes! Your #ellchat is listed in the resource section. I'm grateful 2 u & @KarenNemethEdM 4 all we get 2 learn here!
In reply to @judiehaynes, @judiehaynes, @KarenNemethEdM

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Can't wait to get my copy @MsSalvac! #ELLchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Thank you, @judiehaynes! Your #ellchat is listed in the resource section. I'm grateful 2 u & @KarenNemethEdM 4 all we get 2 learn here!
In reply to @judiehaynes, @judiehaynes, @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2 Head Starts are required to provide dental health, eye and other checkups, then they go to K and …. ???? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2) Access to doctors & dentists at local clinics. #ELLCHAT

massignmenthelp May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2) Immunization fairs. Also my district offers a community health fair for dental, other screenings. Super well attended. #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: free dental cleanings once a year...and they come to school! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Please save your tweets until after our weekly chat. Thanks. #ELLCHAT

massignmenthelp May 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 One runs family “fun fair” booths run by community people like clinic nurse - families learn about services - relaxed atmosphere #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Thats is so great. #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 we bring in community resources to visit w parents who attend our parent centers (parents of ELLs & immigrants) #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Reach Out and Read often provides books in different languages at clinic waiting rooms - if someone asks! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3) What social service resources for housing, transportation, nutrition, etc have you found that help your ELLs? #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I need to start doing this!!! Thanks for the inspiration! #ellchat

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 we bring in community resources to visit w parents who attend our parent centers (parents of ELLs & immigrants) #ELLCHAT

AssignmentHelpN May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 And families need help at enrollment to understand health forms, requirements. Who helps them in your school? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q3 What social service resources for housing, transportation, nutrition, etc have you found that help your ELLs? #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@katyisd Parent Centers are AWESOME. Truly the model! #ellchat

In reply to @ValentinaESL, @katyisd

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A3 What worries me is the parents who need most help may not be coming for meetings/parent center, etc. #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) Chris Leider, Teacher Educator at Boston University! Sorry I'm late! #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A3 do you make health service connections yourself or do you work w/ school nurse? Social worker? #ELLCHAT

ChapaTISD May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT A3 ESL Dept, Title I and Student services reach out to put on Para Servirle in Tyler ISD to help Ps get info on these programs.

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3) We have a great Health Fitness dept that works w Bil/ESL to promote awareness all yr long. At diff events like 5k's & meetings #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

cmleider May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2) We need to remember mental health services! #ELLChat

ChapaTISD May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT A1 Cassandra Chapa, ESL Instruct. Spec. Tyler, TX

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's often the case. We have to find multiple ways to reach families. Home visits. Church visits. Meet them where they are #ELLchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Resource: A model of successful school/community partnerships - https://t.co/yPpYtihXCe #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Great point #ELLCHAT

In reply to @cmleider

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 This guidebook from Head Start available in several languages: Raising Children in New Country https://t.co/hIlHZqU3JP #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Great point! Many of our newcomers need this. #ellchat

In reply to @cmleider

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 @judiehaynes and I were lamenting that preK may have more flexibility to help than elementary. Is that so? #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

RTing to read later! Thank you @judiehaynes #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) Resource: A model of successful school/community partnerships - https://t.co/yPpYtihXCe #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Love the name, Para Servirle! So welcoming! #ellchat

In reply to @ChapaTISD

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3) I think this also goes for the time. Families may not come to conf in the afternoon. Need to meet parents on their own turf. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's often the case. We have to find multiple ways to reach families. Home visits. Church visits. Meet them where they are #ELLchat
In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Awesome share! Thx @KarenNemethEdM #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 This guidebook from Head Start available in several languages: Raising Children in New Country https://t.co/hIlHZqU3JP #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Yes - need to meet families on their own time/own turf - but also must maintain confidentiality. #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Nice! Love the illustrations!! #Diversity #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 This guidebook from Head Start available in several languages: Raising Children in New Country https://t.co/hIlHZqU3JP #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I have friends who are medical interpreters - big cities have them for many languages, but not easy in small towns! #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Luisa from Omaha-DL Kdg teacher; sorry I'm late but excited to catch up on tonight's discussion! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) Resource from @ColorinColorado Working with Community Organizations to Support ELL Students https://t.co/UOjy3PbDTm #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) If you're in Boston area, this is a great resource for civil rights and community services: https://t.co/GKmYHeopeU #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: if we want #diverse families to engage, we must go the extra mile for them! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 One state created grant program to recruit diverse families for social services like housing help - but had no bilingual staff! #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Great point. Time constraints are a big factor. Not impossible 2 overcome but need to recognize they may hv difficulties coming in. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

We need to ask parents to bring a bilingual friend/relation to meetings in small districts. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 I have friends who are medical interpreters - big cities have them for many languages, but not easy in small towns! #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

That's the truth! #ELLCHAT

In reply to @emilyfranESL

cmleider May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

YES. #ELLChat

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's often the case. We have to find multiple ways to reach families. Home visits. Church visits. Meet them where they are #ELLchat
In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 You can’t just hand out brochures - because you might send them to an office where no one speaks their language :( #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Aaagghhh!!! What a shame! #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

cmleider May 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yes. This is so important to remember. #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 You can’t just hand out brochures - because you might send them to an office where no one speaks their language :( #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Awesome guide! @ColorinColorado #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) Resource from @ColorinColorado Working with Community Organizations to Support ELL Students https://t.co/UOjy3PbDTm #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

or they might not be able to read it!! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 You can’t just hand out brochures - because you might send them to an office where no one speaks their language :( #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) Also you can't assume the family can read in their L1. I think face-to-face meetings more productive. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 You can’t just hand out brochures - because you might send them to an office where no one speaks their language :( #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

College and university students can be a resource for interpreters. #ELLChat

In reply to @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Some libraries have set aside areas with information about local resources in different languages. - so it’s not all on you! #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL May 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Sorry to cut out early but I'll have to catch up on the chat later #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4) What community resources are helpful to you in your work for planning content, projects or classroom materials ? #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) sharing info in person can also help avoid offending parents if topics are sensitive. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3) Also you can't assume the family can read in their L1. I think face-to-face meetings more productive. #ELLCHAT
- KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  A3 You can’t just hand out brochures - because you might send them to an office where no one speaks their language :( #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

We also can't assume that parents/families read in the language(s) in which we translate documents #ELLChat

In reply to @ChapaTISD, @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes - students and faculty, or church volunteers, neighbors - all can be interpreters BUT NEED TRAINING! confidentiality/respect #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

College and university students can be a resource for interpreters. #ELLChat
In reply to @judiehaynes

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

YES! #empower them with their #bilingualism #ellchat

In reply to @cmleider, @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 I know a couple schools that recruit experienced bilingual parents to take training to help newcomers #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q4) Libraries and librarians are great resources that are often overlooked #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) We have to remember that interpretors need to be trained. Just being bilingual is not enough. #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:27 PM EDT

College and university students can be a resource for interpreters. #ELLChat
In reply to @judiehaynes

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: public library, parks, local business! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4) What community resources are helpful to you in your work for planning content, projects or classroom materials ? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q4 What community resources are helpful to you in your work for planning content, projects or classroom materials? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) Schools need to sponsor literacy tutors for ELLs. Also ESL programs for adults. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

a3 one school told story of bilingual para who was supposed to be interpreting - but was freestyling her own parenting advice! #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) @PledgeCents helps fund projects when our bufget falls short. Amazing partners! These are the founders who came to visit! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3) It's hard for parents who are making minimum hourly wages to leave job to come to school. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Great point. Time constraints are a big factor. Not impossible 2 overcome but need to recognize they may hv difficulties coming in. #ellchat
In reply to @judiehaynes

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4) @CompletelyKIDS1 is great community resource that helps our students & families. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 A HeadStart in NJ where many residents come from particular city in Mexico that sends cultural info, books, posters to school #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) @ymca Intl offers a refugee grant for essays in out area. We won a few! Made for great writing assignments! #ellchat

cmleider May 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) libraries, community centers, churches. think local neighborhood organizations. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) Community resources can also help feed and clothe students who need those resources. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 Several teachers have gotten free stuff from Ss home countries by emailing their embassy. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

FANTASTIC! Ever would've thought! #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 for prek/k, dramatic play area should have authentic items from neighborhood - soccer jerseys, real menus -not plastic foods #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) You can also ask churches that your students attend to provide help to reach families. #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Awesomeness!! 🎉✨#ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) @ymca Intl offers a refugee grant for essays in out area. We won a few! Made for great writing assignments! #ellchat

PledgeCents May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) @PledgeCents helps fund projects when our bufget falls short. Amazing partners! These are the founders who came to visit! #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1) Hi everyone, sorry to be late! Lydia w/ @ColorinColorado here #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Agreed. Good to keep reminding ourselves of this. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

6. What resources are helping you support immigrant families who are worried about deportation or other repercussions? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hi Lydia! glad you can sneak in to #ELLCHAT !

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1) Hi everyone, sorry to be late! Lydia w/ @ColorinColorado here #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A2) Re: dental, Wolfe Street Academy comm. school in Baltimore works w/ UMD dental school; dental students do screenings #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A2) contin. -- dental emergencies have dropped dramatically. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Local cultural festivals and flea markets - great cheap finds that are relevant to community, plus make contacts! #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Thanks, Karen! You can see more in this video and related interviews: https://t.co/LR94HhmlZF #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q5 What community resources have you found to help newcomer families with settlement, employment, and education? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 but - wouldn’t it be great if schools developed schedule support so tchrs get release time in week to do stuff on weekend? #ELLCHAT

ChapaTISD May 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT A6 justice for our neighbors is an advocate here in Tyler for access to info for immigration.

cmleider May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6. Advocates for Human Rights: Immigration Resource Links https://t.co/ICammKO5rO #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6) Time.We all need it to adjust to this new reality & Ss need our time to sit, listen, or hold them. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

6. What resources are helping you support immigrant families who are worried about deportation or other repercussions? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Literacy volunteers services have seemed to decline in recent years. #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A3) Also, schools don't have to be official "community schools" to start partnerships on behalf of #ELL Ss; start small! #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6) @CAIRNational (Council on American-Islamic relations) & local chapters are great resource 4 helping families understand rights #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 One school had ESL class for parents across the hall from where they dropped their preschoolers - collaborated on projects! #ELLCHAT

ChapaTISD May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT Local libraries try to set up bilingual read alouds, but its about finding ample volunteers. They need help to get the word out.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Literacy volunteers services have seemed to decline in recent years. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Lydia -Hi! We're on Question 6. #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A2) contin. -- dental emergencies have dropped dramatically. #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6) Some orgs we've heard of helping w/ immigration: NILC, ACLU, local consulates, CASA Maryland, Equity Alliance MN #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Question Q6 What resources are helping you support immigrant families who are worried about deportation or other repercussions? #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: https://t.co/BTTRt775mp does a great job providing support for families #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6) One school I heard of streamed workshops so that parents could watch from home #ellchat

TwitLiveEvents May 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

May 15, 2017 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 Teachers blocked immigration agent who was asking about studen thttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/learning-the-language/ #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6) Local universities in NJ sponsor day long training to teachers in immigration so that they know what the law is. #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6) Some orgs we've heard of helping w/ immigration: NILC, ACLU, local consulates, CASA Maryland, Equity Alliance MN #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6) Also, AFT has great resources here: https://t.co/ipRcX6Bkb4 #ellchat

cmleider May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6. Immigration Research and Information https://t.co/NXMDIPKqUt #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5) @Family_Point is an outreach center example. Look 4 awesome partners like this 2 support families w literacy, ESL & more #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6 How should schools respond to fears of immigrant families? by @C_C_Mitchell https://t.co/DVSPSijm9T #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6) I hope that all schools will do this. Our schools should be sanctuaries for our students. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 Teachers blocked immigration agent who was asking about studen thttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/learning-the-language/ #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6. Toolkit for working with undocumented students https://t.co/r4DMqW1fBZ #ELLCHAT

margaritabz May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT Hello! My MidSch in NJ wants me to create website in Spanish w/resources 4 parents. Any suggestions or ex.?

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6) Thanks! Excellent resource! #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6. Toolkit for working with undocumented students https://t.co/r4DMqW1fBZ #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6 This webinar by @CLASP was super helpful w/ legal info on supporting immigrant families and students https://t.co/YUYk9zw55C #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6. Use your privilege and let your students and their families know this. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q7 What strategies do you or your school use to build community relationships that support ELLs? #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5) @TxHistComm have partnered w me to value the perspective of our immigrant Ss! Great edupartners! #ellchat #Affective

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Terrific! #ELLCHAT

cmleider May 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6. Use your privilege and let your students and their families know this. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

OK - I posted question 7 the last one. Now I have to run. Don’t forget to follow each other to build PLN, join us next Mon 9pm for #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Don’t stop the chatter, #ELLCHAT. I’ll check back in later to steal all your great ideas and resources!

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: our school translates invitations/handouts to native language so parents understand what the gatherings are about. #ellchat

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7) create a welcoming, safe environment where all feel connected to school. Not just during events. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q7 What strategies do you or your school use to build community relationships that support ELLs? #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7) This short video showing how easy it is to help brought in TONs of volunteers. #NewFriendships #ELLCHAT https://t.co/Z2f2ngsUXz

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Wow! You are always amazing me!!!! 😮 #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5) @TxHistComm have partnered w me to value the perspective of our immigrant Ss! Great edupartners! #ellchat #Affective

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7) We will be sharing some resource & ideas from schools around the country on this topic soon! #ELL Ts are incredible advocates! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

We'll be having a whole chat on doing this during the summer! Stay tuned. #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa May 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A7) create a welcoming, safe environment where all feel connected to school. Not just during events. #ELLCHAT
- KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT
  
  Q7 What strategies do you or your school use to build community relationships that support ELLs? #ELLCHAT

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

look forward to it! ;) #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

So great! #ellchat

In reply to @emilyfranESL

emilyfranESL May 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@ColorinColorado always proving amazing resources! #ellchat

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7) We will be sharing some resource & ideas from schools around the country on this topic soon! #ELL Ts are incredible advocates! #ellchat

MsSalvac May 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you @judiehaynes & @KarenNemethEdM for another fantastic #ellchat! Grateful for all the sharing!!

cmleider May 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7. Spending time in the actual neighborhood in which we teach is important. Helps better understand the community & our students #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado May 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you, Emily! We've been working on it for awhile! It will inspire you! #ellchat

In reply to @emilyfranESL, @ColorinColorado

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator May 15 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Good evening, #ELLCHAT Tonight’s topic is about connecting with community resources to support our ELLs Thanks for joining us!