Refugee Children & Youth Backgrounders

Dear Teacher:
You are receiving this packet because one of the students in your class is a refugee. The purpose of these materials is aimed at facilitating your efforts to ensure that your student successfully adapts to and thrives in the U.S. school system.
Since you face numerous time constraints and a wide array of demands as a teacher, the information presented in these materials is simply a brief overview of your student’s cultural background and refugee experience, as well as some practical tips for consideration and web resources.