We use districtwide collaboration efforts to help meet the needs of our Emergent Bilingual families. The goal is to increase the capacity of families to work with schools. When our schools and families work together, we are supporting Emergent Bilinguals' mastery of the English language and high-level academic achievement.

Our services are supplemental. We use surveys, consultations, and the guidelines provided by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to consistently improve our work. We use research based practices to engage with families, schools, teachers, and the greater communities of Garland, Rowlett, and Sachse. Our services are part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act that was reauthorized under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Support programs

We strive to strengthen the knowledge, skills, networks, and confidence of our families so that they can work closely with our schools. Our services help us do that by offering opportunities to attend parent conferences and learn technology skills that can be transferred to the workplace and community.

Parent workshops

In collaboration with campuses and district departments, we partner to offer workshops to help our families become familiar with our school system and more

For more information on available classes, visit the parent workshop calendar.

Social work services for Emergent Bilingual families

A licensed mental health professional is available to offer support to students, families and school staff. See the Emergent Bilingual Social Work page for information on getting in contact with our dedicated Emergent Bilingual Social Worker.