Transformative Consulting: Driving Change and Improvement in Schools
OLA Language School is dedicated to providing specialized consulting services that cater to the needs of school leaders and organizations. Our expertise helps you improve interactions with English language learners, immigrant families, and refugees, ensuring that you build effective engagement strategies and community connections.
We work closely with you to develop tailored solutions that address the challenges of working with diverse populations and to promote a more inclusive environment within your organization. Let OLA Language School support you in creating meaningful, positive change and strengthening your commitment to all members of your community.
Our Clients
Educational Institutions: School districts in the private and public sector.
Businesses with Diverse Workforces: Companies aiming to enhance support for diverse populations.
Support Organizations: Technical assistance providers and non-profits.
Other Entities: Any organization seeking expert guidance on working with diverse communities.
Support Areas
Family and Community Engagement:
- Developing strategies to increase involvement of English language learners (ELLs) and immigrant families in school activities and decision-making processes.
- Creating culturally responsive communication materials and outreach programs to engage immigrant and refugee families effectively.
- Facilitating workshops and training for school staff on engaging and supporting diverse family backgrounds.
Language Access Compliance:
- Assisting schools in meeting federal and state language access regulations, including providing translation and interpretation services.
- Building or enhancing infrastructure to ensure effective communication between non-English-speaking parents and school staff.
- Creating multilingual resources and guides for school policies and programs.
Equity and Cultural Competency:
- Developing and implementing equity-focused initiatives to address disparities and promote inclusion for ELLs and refugee students.
- Training school staff on cultural competency and anti-bias practices to create a welcoming environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
- Assessing and revising school policies and practices to ensure they support the needs of immigrant and refugee students.
Academic Support for ELLs:
- Designing and implementing targeted academic interventions to support the language development and academic success of ELLs.
- Providing professional development for teachers on best practices for instructing and supporting ELL students.
- Creating and adapting curriculum materials to meet the needs of English language learners.
Social and Emotional Support:
- Developing programs to support the social and emotional well-being of refugee and immigrant students.
- Providing resources and training for staff to address trauma and stress experienced by refugee students.
Community Connection:
- Facilitating connections between schools and local immigrant and refugee communities to build supportive networks and enhance student success.
- Partnering with community organizations to provide additional support services and resources for immigrant and refugee families.
Parental Engagement and ESL Support:
- Offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes or workshops for immigrant and refugee parents to improve their English proficiency and better support their children’s education.
- Connecting parents with community resources and support networks to enhance their integration and engagement in school activities.
- Developing strategies to bridge communication gaps between non-English-speaking parents and the school community.
Educator Training on Immigration Trends:
- Providing professional development for teachers on current immigration trends and the experiences of newcomers to better understand their backgrounds and needs.
- Training educators on the latest research and best practices for supporting immigrant and refugee students in the classroom.
- Offering insights into the challenges faced by recent immigrants and strategies to effectively address these challenges in educational settings.
Program Development and Training:
- Assisting in the development of educational programs tailored to the needs of ELLs and refugee students.
- Creating training modules for school staff on best practices for working with diverse student populations.