ELM 7850 - School, Family and Community Relations

(3 units)

The course is focused on preparing students to be educational leaders who will encourage a more inclusive and responsive school system that serves all students efficiently and equitably, and who demonstrate an understanding of the importance of building relationships with families and communities. Focus on new ways of linking school and home in a culturally diverse community. Identification and cultivation of community resources that strengthen multicultural relationships. Examination of homeschool partnerships and other models for linking homes, schools and communities.