Emerging Leaders 2016 AASL Project: Practical Tips
This guide was created for the 2016 AASL Project for Stefanie Metko's EL project. PLEASE DON'T DELETE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Tips
- Tip Sheet for Mentors: Supporting Children Who Have an Incarcerated ParentThis tip sheet provides guidance for mentors looking to help a child with an incarcerated parent.
- Tip Sheet for Teachers (Pre-K through 12): Supporting Children Who Have an Incarcerated ParentYouth.gov offers advice to educators for interacting with and helping COIP.
- Jail and Prison Procedures: Information for FamiliesThis guide offers practical advice for visiting an incarcerated individual, as well as sending them mail and calling them. It offers information on what to bring, what not to bring, and what to expect when visiting an incarcerated person.
- Top Ten Things Every Teacher Should Know About Children of Incarcerated ParentsThis resource describes some fundamental knowledge educators should have when interacting with COIP.
- Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic EventCOIP may have experienced trauma before, during, or after their parent's arrest or incarceration. This guide offers advice for how to appropriately speak with traumatized children.