Here
are time-tested ways for parents to connect and communicate 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.
