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Parents highlight PALS ambassador program, scholarships and free book resources from consulate and county partners
Summary
ELAC members described a parent ambassador program (PALS) that provides stipends and training, noted scholarship opportunities through the Mexican consulate, and flagged free book distributions and state-funded arts field trips as resources for families.
Parents and site representatives at the Community of Multilingual Families meeting described several programs and community resources intended to increase parent leadership, summer reading and enrichment opportunities.
The details matter because these programs can add opportunities for parental leadership (with stipends), reduce family costs for books and enrichment, and expand student access to cultural and arts experiences through district partnerships.
A Twain parent representative outlined the Parent Ambassador…
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