Family's country of origin
Yemen
Five ways in which I will prepare myself to be culturally responsive towards the family
1. I will research the country of origin to gain a basic understanding of the culture and language.
2. Through my research I will learn some basic phrases in the families native language. This will show the family that I am invested in them and their success.
3. Once the family has come into my program I will encourage them to join the classroom routine so they feel welcomed and comfortable. Through this engagement I will ask the family to teach the other children about their culture so can incorporate that into our classroom.
4. I would also try and find a translator to help with the important information that needs to be communicated - through the school and family.
5. Finally, I would keep a constant and open line of communication with the family to ensure they have what they need to be successful in the school and in the community.
Brief statement describing in what ways I hope that these preparations will benefit both myself and the family
These preparations will benefit myself and the family in the fact that they will feel respected and understood. These preparations will help the family transition into their new life.
Chrissy
ReplyDeleteI believe that when a child and family feels respected and understood, this helps to build a positive report throughout the education of the child. The relationship between the teacher, family and student can literally make or break the love of the school environment. Your 5 ways of preparation seem valid and beneficial for all involved.
Carla
Chrissy,
ReplyDeleteI think it would be really nice to learn a few words and phrases from the family's country of origin. I believe it would definitely help the child feel more comfortable and show the family that you care about them and their culture. I also like the idea of getting a translator. That would be helpful in getting the family situated to the new school and environment.
I had a child in my classroom from El Salvador. For the past two years I have been teaching myself Spanish so that I could have something in common with her. And although she chuckles when I use my Spanish in the classroom I believe learning some phrases has helped her to become comfortable within the classroom. So I absolutely agree that learning phrases is a great way to assist a child to become comfortable.
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