Advocates



Parents and Teachers can advocate on a personal level in the following ways: Parents: Teachers:
 * Use funds of knowledge to provide a stimulating environment where children grow and play.
 * Spend time with children, listening to what concerns or interests them.
 * All children have the right to an education. Speak to teachers and administrators when that is not happening.
 * Develop a love for the environment by talking children to parks and other natural areas where they can play.
 * Look for resources for children who have special neds. Ask the teacher and/or social worker for help.
 * Report physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.
 * Attend meetings and speak out on issues.
 * Become active in your community
 * Write or contact your legislator.
 * Acknowledge the family's funds of knowledge and how those help children with their development.
 * Provide a stimulating environment where children are free to speak and adults listen.
 * Maintain educational and social equity for culturally and linguistically diverse children.
 * Seek out interesting excursions and activities that will benefit the child.
 * Determine the most apprpriate education for a child with special needs.
 * Report physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.
 * Attend meetings and speak out on issues.
 * Become active in professional organizations.
 * Write and contact your legislator.