Building Strong Home-School Connections

Gain expertise on powerful classroom strategies for fostering a strength-based classroom culture and building strong home-school connections by tapping into the rich “funds of knowledge” of each student’s families and caregivers.

“I used to find teaching the diverse language needs of our students challenging. But, now with the help and tools from Confianza, I feel less overwhelmed.”

Michelle Estime
1st Grade Teacher

“I am going to be sure that I am using all of the chances that I get to incorporate other cultures. Also remember that a large problem is solved one step a time. ”

Elaine Barkosky
Reading Interventionist

“I used to only reach out to parents when needed, I am going to try and reach out to parents more consistently to share student successes.”

Kristi Smith
Special Education Teacher

“This course will allow me to communicate more effectively with ELL parents by being more cognizant of cultural differences and reaching out in their native language through correspondence or the use of a translator. ”

John Palumbo
Adjustment Counselor
Frequently Asked Questions
  • 1. How long will I have access to the course?
    You’ll have access for 30 days from the time of purchase/enrollment.
  • 2. Do I get a certificate for completing the course?
    Yes! You’ll receive a certificate for 15 PD hours directly from Confianza upon successful completion of the course. Our courses are approved by MA DESE and RIDE ECN for 15 SEI PDP/PLU hours for continuing education.
  • 3. What is the format of the course?
    The entire course is asynchronous, on-demand so you can start, stop and finish on on your own time—unless you're taking it with your team.
Hi! I'm Sarah B. Ottow, your coach, guide-on-the-side, and author of The Language Lens for Content Classrooms.

No matter where you’re starting from, this course gives you the practical tools, proven strategies, and expert guidance you need to move forward with confidence. As a career-long teacher and instructional leader, I’ve been where you are, and I know what it takes to turn challenges into breakthroughs. Designed to be clear, actionable, and easy to follow, this course isn’t just about learning—it’s about transforming knowledge into real results. Join today and start building the progress you’ve been looking for!

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Learning Objectives:

Examine belief systems and research-based practices for serving culturally and linguistically diverse students

Explore research-based strategies for tapping into MLL student and family “funds of knowledge”  

Ensure a strength-based classroom culture and climate for culturally and linguistically diverse students and families Incorporate cross-cultural communication methods for a strong home-school connection  

Apply and share new strategies through fieldwork and an action plan for each participant’s classroom context

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Turn standards into clear language expectations

Planning tools, protocols, and team use cases 

Includes The Language Lens for Content Classrooms eBook

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