As the educational landscape continues to evolve, Latinos for Education is committed to meeting the needs of our increasingly diverse student population in Greater Houston. The white paper, The Power of Language: Educational Transformation Through the Lens of Latino Parents and Educators, includes the results from a survey of 400 Houston area Latino parents and educators, many of whom are both parents and educators.
Centering the voice of Latino parents and educators
Parents and educators who live in Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston and Liberty counties made up our respondents and shared more about their experiences and recommendations. The results were clear: Latino parents want to be involved in their children’s schools, but barriers limit their ability to do so, and they favor the expansion of bilingual programs and language access policies. Download the full white paper to read more about our key findings and recommendations.
Key Data Findings:
OF LATINO PARENTS want to know about board meetings and school events
of latino parents report receiving communication from their child’s school only in English
latino educators and parents support increased Spanish-fluent and Latino representation in the education workforce
Latino parents understand the power of education. Language barriers are a challenge.
Parents understand the importance of being actively involved in our child’s education. But what happens when language barriers and communication gaps hinder their ability to engage fully? Read more from Houston Policy and Advocacy Director Sandra Rodriguez here.