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Leveraging Legal Clinics for Immigrant Family Support in Schools

Leveraging Legal Clinics for Immigrant Family Support in Schools

Introduction

In the evolving landscape of educational support, community schools are increasingly recognized for their potential to address multifaceted challenges faced by immigrant families. A recent study published in the Journal of Educational Change highlights the integration of a school-based legal clinic for immigrant families as a promising model for enhancing educational equity. This blog explores how practitioners can leverage such findings to improve outcomes for students in similar contexts.

Understanding the Study

The study, titled Immigrant family legal clinic: A case of integrated student supports in a community school context, investigates the implementation of a legal clinic within a K-12 community school. The clinic offers direct legal representation, consultations, and community education, addressing issues such as immigration status, workers' rights, and tenant rights. The study employs an equity-minded school change framework, focusing on technical, normative, and political dimensions of integrating such services.

Key Findings

Implications for Practitioners

Practitioners looking to implement similar initiatives should consider the following strategies:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides a robust framework for integrating legal services into schools, further research is needed to assess the long-term impact on student outcomes. Practitioners are encouraged to explore additional data collection methods to track the effectiveness of such initiatives.

Conclusion

Integrating legal clinics into community schools represents a significant step towards educational equity for immigrant families. By addressing legal and social barriers, schools can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all students. Practitioners are encouraged to leverage these insights to enhance their own educational settings.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Immigrant family legal clinic: A case of integrated student supports in a community school context.


Citation: Murillo, M. A., Liboon, C. A., & Quartz, K. H. (2021). Immigrant family legal clinic: A case of integrated student supports in a community school context. Journal of Educational Change. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10833-021-09447-x
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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