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What can teachers and school communities do to better understand and support children and families living in poverty?
What are some of the more successful and creative educational approaches to engaging children, parents and communities who are experiencing poverty?
SUPPORTING OUR LEARNERS
o Rethinking Behaviour and Attendance(p. 23 – 27)
o Striving for High Expectations(p. 28 – 33)
o Building Resilience(p. 34 – 36)
TED Talks Education: Dr Rita Pierson
http://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion.html
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH FAMILIES
o School Culture (p. 50 – 53)
o Family Involvement and Engagement (p. 54 – 57)
o Communication (p. 58 – 62)