English Learner Parent Support

ESC Region 11 English Learner Support - Vol. 1 Issue 1

Resources to Help Your Child with School at Home

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How can I translate online content from English to my preferred language?

On your computer, phone, or tablet, you can install Google Translate for free.
Once installed, it can be used without an Internet connection.
Google Translate can be used to translate text, handwriting, speech, and websites.

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What can I do if I'm having trouble understanding my child's schoolwork?

Reach out to your child’s teacher or someone else at the school.
Look for contact information from the school.
Apply for special services if you think your child may need it.

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How can I find meals for my child?

Visit TXSchools.gov to find nearby locations of schools offering free school meals (both breakfast and lunch for pick-up) while school buildings are closed.
Select “Meal Pick-up Location” and enter an address to find the closest location.

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How can I set up internet so my child can connect to his or her school?

TEA has compiled a list of cable providers that offer free broadband and Internet service to support at-home learning. The list can be accessed through the following link:
Internet Providers: Keeping Families Connected

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Scan the QR code to find the answer to these questions and many other helpful resources!

You can also click on this link: https://www.txel.org/parents-and-families/.
These tips are available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, and many other languages!

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Watch a video that describes these services and more!

Watch the video here: http://bit.ly/videoELs

How to Help Your Child with Reading

Reading is the skill that helps unlock all of the other skills a child needs to succeed in school! The ESC Region 11 English Learner Support team has a dedicated page that offers help to families with English Learners in our region: https://www.esc11.net/Page/9132. It includes tips and resources for reading help such as:

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Help young students in Pre-Kindergarten - 3rd grade by:

Talking to them about their school day and experiences.
Reading them their favorite books over and over again and talking about what they have heard and read.
Take them to the local library to borrow books and learn how to access and read E-books!

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Help your preteens and teens to love reading by:

Having them read aloud to younger siblings.
Taking them to your local library.
Helping them choose reading materials related to your family history and culture!