Building Successful Home-School Communication

Transcript:Building Successful Home-School Communication:
Building Successful Home-School Communication Parent Teacher Conference and Beyond Tips To Support Successful Home-school Communication Be focused on your message Be there Be prepared Ask what you can do Follow-up Be Focused In Your Message General tips for successful communication 1. Approach your child’s teacher as a partner to build mutual respect. 2. Recognize that the teacher wants to see your child succeed in school and in life – just as you do. 3. Set aside any bad school experiences that you may have had as a child. 4. Remember the topic: your child’s academic achievement and how you can help them succeed. 5. Be calm and polite. 6. Start with something positive. 7. Practice active listening– ask questions if you don’t understand, or want to be sure. Be There Research shows that children whose parents participate in their student’s education achieve more academically. Parents attend meetings and conferences send a positive message to their child about the importance of education and the child’s importance to them. Be Prepared Talk with your child. Review your child’s performance. Review homework assignments and textbooks. Make note of additional information that the teacher should know about your child (hobbies, talents, challenges). Share family information as needed. If you need translation, please request in advance. Bring a notepad and pen. Write out your questions or concerns so you don’t forget them! Preparing: Talk With Your Child Ask: 1. What do you like best about school? Why? 2. How do you feel about your homework assignments? 3. Do you get your class assignments done on time? 4. Tell me some ways that you work with other children in the classroom. 5. What are your favorite things in the cafeteria and on the playground? 6. Is there anything you’d like me to talk with your teacher about? 7. What are three things you think you can improve on this school year? How will you do that? Preparing: Review Your Child’s Performance 1. Review Standardized Test Scores; ELPAC scores and other assessment scores such as Benchmark tests. 2. Review homework grades, fluency reports and test scores. Are your child’s scores meeting expectations? 3. Review assignment workbooks. What problems do you see, if any? 4. Where does your child excel? What subject gives your child difficulty? Share Additional Information that the Teacher Should Know About Your Child Does your child have any diagnosed medical conditions or mental health