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Share info in multiple ways- not everyone has email. Cover all the languages needed.

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Communication that is inclusive and culturally responsive sounds like using respectful, inclusive language, and presuming positive intentions. It also means getting to know your colleagues and families on a deeper level, so you are more aware of their boundaries and needs.

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Learn as much as possible about your families before communicating with them. 

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Learn as much as possible about your families before communicating with them. 

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Understanding that students all learn differently and all have diverse backgrounds and journeys which means that one size does not fit all.

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Becoming knowledgeable about other cultures and changes in how these cultures are celebrated. Communicating to families in a manner in which they will understand and feel valued.

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Deliver communication in a variety of ways and in different languages.
Survey students and families on their preferred method of communication.
Provide opportunities for families to respond and lead.

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It is essential to improve OUR own knowledge of culture in order to have meaningful communication with our students and families.

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Make sure to figure out the best way to communicate with families. Email or phone, or maybe they need an interpreter with them.

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Inclusive talk structures looks like seeking input from various students to gain a diverse understanding of the conversation. It also looks like creating a safe space where all voices are seen and heard daily.

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Consider how families what to share culture.

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Have students learn about different holidays from different cultures 

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Have students learn about different holidays from different cultures 

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Creating a safe place for all to communicate freely. Needs to be modeled and structured from the start of school. Allow the class to learn from one another.

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use closing circle as an opportunity for students to reflect on their learning

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Allow students to share about their own cultures and traditions, encourage others to share as well.

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Allow students to construct methods of expression and lead the discussions. Allow students to use various presentation options

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Don't just invite culture into your classroom, celebrate it!

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Don't just invite culture into your classroom, celebrate it!

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The classroom general understanding that we all come from different places and have different ideas/opinions/beliefs and you have to respect other people's

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Questions for students: What cultural celebrations do you celebrate at home? Would you like to celebrate this events @ school?

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Modifying our lessons to be more inclusive. By the way, you can also connect  with me (TAVAREZ) because FCPS has developed themes for each grade (including CULTURE for 3rd grade, GLOBALIZATION for 5th grade and IDENTITY for 6th grade).

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Modifying our lessons to be more inclusive. By the way, you can also connect  with me (TAVAREZ) because FCPS has developed themes for each grade (including CULTURE for 3rd grade, GLOBALIZATION for 5th grade and IDENTITY for 6th grade).

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Ask how they like to be communicated with. 

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Ask how they like to be communicated with. 

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Understand cultural observances and plan activities/assessments and fanouts with those in mind

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Understand cultural observances and plan activities/assessments and fanouts with those in mind

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Celebrate culture! Have strong communication with families

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Be transparent and timely in communications.

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Be transparent and timely in communications.

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Using gender pronouns chosen when communicating with the families

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Make sure to create a safe and welcoming environment.

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Allowing students to share ideas. Maybe not all at once but being sure to give all students  time

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Make time for sharing background experiences and connections. 

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Make time for sharing background experiences and connections. 

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Make time for sharing cultures, invite it into the classroom 

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Make time for sharing cultures, invite it into the classroom 

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Communicate frequently with parents/guardians so they feel comfortable reaching out with any questions or concerns.

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Remind parents of all holidays in newsletter

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Share information through a variety of ways. Maybe even translate to language spoken in home if needed.

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Share information through a variety of ways. Maybe even translate to language spoken in home if needed.

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Don't make assumptions or judge, be open-minded. Create strong relationships with families to increase school-home community.

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Communicate with families in more than one way. Sometimes, people miss emails, so it might be nice to send a note home or give a quick phone call.

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Being mindful and aware of our unconscious biases in our interaction with families.

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Being mindful and aware of our unconscious biases in our interaction with families.

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I can have a 3 minute talking session at the beginning or end of every session so my student's can say what they need to that may or may not be speech-related.

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Creating an environment that is representative of all cultures. Lead discussions that gives students an opportunity to express themselves.

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Creating an environment that is representative of all cultures. Lead discussions that gives students an opportunity to express themselves.

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Build relationships with students and understand their cultures. Increase relationships and give students the opportunity to share out during morning meeting, etc.

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I might speak to a teammate a different way than I speak to other teammate, because I know about their culture and background so I know what is acceptable and what is not.

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I think Jamey’s idea of parent panels or parent guest speakers is a great idea. So many of our families have amazing jobs and experiences and we can benefit from their unique experiences!

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Sentence stems are great!