Help the school to develop a family-friendly school climate in cooperation with the principal, teachers, parent organization, and other staff. Create a comfortable family resource room where families can meet, get to know each other, and discuss their interests and concerns. Stock the Parent Resource room with books, and learning materials that families can borrow. Make sure to follow the school family involvement policy with input and approval from parents and teachers. (To satisfy the requirements of the school parent involvement policy under Title I of No Child Left Behind. Along with our social worker I develop programs and activities designed to engage families in improving student achievement. Plan these in collaboration with an action team of families, teachers, parent organizations, business-community partners, and the principal. Help teachers/staff and families develop strong partnerships and enhance communication between parents/families and school staff. Develop and implement effective family involvement strategies and activities to empower students and their families. Take part in opportunities for professional development. Participate in and support district activities and programs for families. Help to recruit partners to become part of the district’s family involvement program. Help communications with language barriers by providing translation during any type of meeting, phone call or communication between school, principal, teachers and staff.
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