Blog #1: Student success begins at home..

This week's blog entry will focus on an article written to show the importance of English language acquisition at home, Learning the language to help their children learn in school. Albanese focuses on the students at East Kentwood High School and how the district is preparing student success by educating parents and family members on the basics of the English language.

Based on the community interest and most dire needs, the district discovered that many families did not have the basic language understanding to help their children with homework. The district received a grant for two years to help develop an after-school program to bring families in and help learn the basics of the English language. Even oral communication will help students and families navigate more smoothly in the U.S (Albanese).

In short, this article brings up an excellent point... Students tend to be more successful in their academic journey, with positive parent support at home. This support is often difficult if there is a language barrier. This makes asking for help in math or reading extremely difficult, or impossible. I applaud this community and district for recognizing the need of its students and families. This is something that will bring many people together; together with one main goal: student success.

References:

Albanese, E. (2018, May 15). Learning the language to help their children learn in school. Retrieved June 7, 2018, from https://www.schoolnewsnetwork.org/2018/05/15/learning-the-language-to-help-their-children-learn-in-school/