JUNTOS APRENDEMOS
JUNTOS APRENDEMOS
Juntos Aprendemos equips 3-5 year olds and their parents with the early literacy and school readiness skills needed to overcome barriers facing Spanish-speaking children in our community. Since 2000, Juntos Aprendemos has served more than 2,000 Latino children and parents through this community-driven program that:
Fosters a love of books and reading
Develops social skills and appropriate classroom behavior
Embraces Latino culture and heritage through stories, songs, rhymes, and languages
Partners with parents to strengthen communication and advocacy skills and their knowledge of how to navigate the U.S. educational system
Juntos Aprendemos is currently using a hybrid model, with some classes being in person and some being held virtually (subject to change in the future). Children gain a first school experience in a nurturing environment that embraces their parents, their culture, and their first language. Juntos Aprendemos uses the effective capacity building model of recruiting its teachers from parent graduates.
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David Douglas School District
Portland Public Schools
Reynolds School District
Tigard-Tualatin School District
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Children ages 3-5 that live in Multnomah, Washington, or Clackamas Counties
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Kelley Foundation Trust
Oregon Early Childhood Equity Fund
Portland Children’s Levy
Portland Public Schools
Tigard-Tualatin School District
Our Values (ACCESS)
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The key to advancement for all Latino children and youth
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The empowerment, leadership development, and active engagement of Latinos in the decisions that affect their lives.
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The organization and integration of Latino communities as a catalyst for equity and social change.
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The commitment to excellence and results
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The continued connection to our rich histories, languages, and diversity.
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The power of multicultural, multi-generational, and cross-sector partnerships
Latnet Programs
