Visit the classroom. Busy parents tend to overlook this, but experts urge parents to take the time to observe the class in action. In a short time, you can learn what goes on during the school day, which should improve communication efforts with your child. Always arrange visits with the teacher, and follow the school's visitor policy. Make conferences a priority.
Most schools have two official parent-teacher conferences per year.
They offer the teacher an opportunity to report on your child's progress. Before the conference, review your child's schoolwork. Think of specific questions you want to ask, but allow the teacher to do the talking at first. Listen carefully to what the teacher has to say. Most teachers are skilled observers of child behavior,and those insights into your child can be enlightening.