Radio Commentary
Here are the top five ways for parents to connect with their child’s teacher:
Early in the year, make arrangements to meet the teacher. This is an ideal time to share information about your child so that the teacher can make the best possible connection.
Take a “no fault” approach when dealing with difficult issues at school. Blaming teachers or classmates only strains relationships.
Join forces with teachers to reach a common goal: helping your child overcome difficulties and find success.
Drop your child’s teacher a note any time throughout the year. Do you have a question about homework? Is your child upset about something that happened at home?
Were you really impressed by a school project? Pass it along.
Call your child’s teacher for a specific reason — or for no reason at all. Teachers appreciate hearing from you. A good tip: ask teachers beforehand for the best times to call.
Bring a list of questions to meetings with teachers. Prepared questions help the meeting stay focused and keep you on the issues that matter.
These are great ways to support your children in school.
