- Build your children’s self-esteem. Listen to what they have to say and praise them for the things they do well.
- Encourage your children to talk about their feelings, accomplishments, and problems.
- Be a positive role model for your children. Teach them right from wrong at an early age.
- Tell your children its all right to make mistakes, as long as they learn from them.
- Allow your children to see you read daily newspapers, books, etc. Read stories aloud and tell them about your culture and heritage.
- Show an interest in your children’s school activities by helping them with their homework and getting to know their teachers.
- Take your children to museums, the local library, and other free educational and cultural events whenever possible.
- Ask that report cards and other school documents be made available in both English and Spanish.
- Ask the school to provide a translator for meetings and whether English as a second language (ESL) classes are available.
- Join the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or volunteer at your children’s school.
“The Beautiful Thing About Learning is That No One Can Take It Away From You.” – BB. King
