Ethnic, Cultural, and Socioeconomic Backgrounds

As the student populations of American schools continue to become increasingly diverse, teachers and administrators may benefit from learning about their students' various ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Such knowledge is beneficial in helping educators reach out to families and encouraging parents to become involved in the school.

The following resources contain helpful information on this subject:

• Beyond Culture: Communicating with Asian American Children and Families

• Helping Young Urban Parents Educate Themselves and Their Children

• Increasing the School Involvement of Hispanic Parents

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