The Parent's Guide to Bilingual/Bicultural Education. Home, Child, School

This guide, designed for use in the Detroit, Michigan public schools, is intended to help parents become participants in bilingual/bicultural programs. Beginning with an overall perspective on bilingual education, the guide outlines the specific requirements of the State of Michigan's Bilingual...

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Main Author:	Valbuena, Felix Mario
Format:	Web Resource
Language:	English
Published:	1978
Subjects:	Bilingual Education Detroit Public Schools MI Legislation Parent Advisory Committees Parent Associations Parent Participation Parent School Relationship Parent Teacher Conferences
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Summary:	This guide, designed for use in the Detroit, Michigan public schools, is intended to help parents become participants in bilingual/bicultural programs. Beginning with an overall perspective on bilingual education, the guide outlines the specific requirements of the State of Michigan's Bilingual Education Law. The next section provides an overview of the Detroit public school system. The last section focuses on the techniques to be used by parents in order to become effectively involved in school activities. This section reviews the role of parent-teacher conferences, parent advisory committees, and various community advisory committees. The guide concludes with a directory of Detroit public school administration staff and bilingual instruction staff. (APM)