Educators will find a thorough discussion of adjustment issues that can affect immigrant children and their families. The book examines issues related to culture, language, generational and gender differences, and explores a variety of family and cultural supports that may help immigrants adjust to living in a new country. Classroom strategies are offered for better serving the needs of immigrant students, as well as helping all students gain an understanding and appreciation of cultures other than their own. The book also includes extensive resources, including listings of community organizations located in the Northwest region. The book draws on a decade of research to identify effective school practices and begins with a list of essential elements for achieving success.
All children can learn.
It is our duty to make sure that new and practicing building administrators adhere to this credo. Many urban districts struggle to recruit and retain school leaders. A detailed section of the booklet addresses how to identify, develop, and retain top-quality principals. Strategies are offered for developing leaders from within, as well as recruiting new staff leaders from other districts.