Parents will want to get to know their children's teacher and classroom in a relaxed atmosphere. Have displays and examples of last year's student work to give parents an idea of your teaching style. Give parents a chance to express their needs and priorities Encourage parents to share with you their goals about their child's education. Ask them to express their priorities about their child's academic and behavioral performance. Provide them with ways to enhance their child's learning at home and extend the classroom curriculum in the home environment and beyond.
Communication Start a weekly or biweekly newsletter Start a weekly or biweekly class newsletter.
The tone of the newsletter should be positive, highlighting recent accomplishments and interesting experiences of the class. The newsletter is a proactive way to inform parents of upcoming events and activities. It may also include a few tips for parents about helping with homework and boosting reading skills. This may require you to come in a little early so that you are organized before students arrive. Communicating with parents in this informal manner helps increase the comfort level of two-way communication.