How To Welcome Diverse Parents to Your PTA
Wednesday, April 25
Light Supper: 6:30 PM
Program: 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Program:
- What led you to get involved in PTA/school?
- What did people do (not do) to make you feel welcome?
- What has your PTA done to connect with parents who are not typically involved?
- Suggestions for PTAs who wish to reach diverse parents (or parents from your cultural group)
Panelists will share information about education and communication issues relevant for people from their culture.
Panelists:
- Burnette Scarboro, African Heritage Outreach, Family and School Partnerships
- Salma Al-Ashmawi, Multicultural Panelist (Egyptian Heritage), Family and School Partnerships
- Maria Blaylock, PTA President, London Towne Elementary School
- Suzanne Webb, PTA President, Pine Spring Elementary School
Following the panelists a facilitated discussion into breakout sessions will occur and conclude with a Q and A session.
This event is free however we need you to register so we can adequately prepare for the light dinner refreshments.
