Scenario Response 4

 As students are enrolled into my class, I read their cum folders to determine not only their native country and language predominately spoken in the home but the level of student's knowledge of the English language.  It's important to know the level they are enrolled in through ESOL testing.  I have also availed myself to Spanish courses and I have learn some Latin so I can converse somewhat in those languages when the occasion arises.  

I also try to display multicultural event within the room which makes my room a more conducive and accepting environment.  I make sure the other students are aware of the new student and their native country and language.  When teaching lessons of various subjects, I ask students who are of different culture and languages to share their experiences to include diversity into the everyday learning processes.  During parent/teacher night, I ask parents or their interpreter questions about their expectations and goals they have set for their children as a way to demonstrate my care and concern for their child.  

In the past I have incorporated a culture night, where teachers of my grade have a food tasting booth which was used to help parents and students feel more welcome.  

I incorporate interesting stories from other cultures to make others aware of the differences in culture.