Positive Parent-Teacher Relationships
Although fall isn’t
yet in the air, most schools have already started their new academic year. That
often means meeting new teachers. Since you and the teachers are the most
important factors in your child’s education, it’s important to build a positive
relationship.
Meet the teacher as soon as
possible. Arrange to meet the teacher as soon as class assignments are
made. Openhouse is crowded and doesn’t provide the best opportunity to talk
with the teacher.
Volunteer in the classroom. Offer to do time consuming jobs that take the
teacher away from the students. At the same time, you'll get to watch your
child interact with other children and meet his friends.
Share your talents. If
you have traveled to another country, or have an interesting job or hobby,
offer to share it with the class. Children like to learn about new things and
are usually very welcoming. Leave lots of time for questions and stories.
Keep in touch. Keep the
teacher informed of any changes or stressful events that affect your child’s
performance such as a grandparent’s visit, a new sibling or the death of a
family member or pet can affect a child’s school performance.
Building a relationship with
your child’s teacher will boost your child's performance and be a valuable experience
for you, the teacher, and your child.
Check out my Middle School Survival Manual HERE
Even my own children are reading it!
These are tips I wrote for a blog, and they first appeared here. Just scroll down to read.
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