I appreciate the time you took to explain to my daughter , or I like the way you taught them about . School bazaars, PTAs, school outings and events are good opportunities to spend time with the teacher, getting to know each other and listening to each other. Have a teacher appreciation party . Helping with physical tasks is always welcome. Parents also need to be listened to about how difficult it is to be a parent.
Teachers can listen to parents in the same way.
Tell the parent how much you like having her child in your classroom. Point out specific qualities of the child that you appreciate. Take time to explain to the parent your method of teaching and suggest specific ways the parent can help at home. Don t assume that the parent, because she is an adult, should know what to do and how to do it. Thank you and validation notes and phone calls need to go both ways.