Next, he asks moms and dads what they are willing to do at home to help their kids in school. He follows up by holding parenting sessions throughout the year. DON'T be boring. Keep presentations short and simple. Consider using visuals.
Some teachers like to prepare videotapes or slide presentations of their classes.
Try to have examples of children's work displayed, too. Joyce Roberts hangs a gigantic school-events calendar in the main hallway. She provides multilingual calendars and other printed materials for them to take home. DO stick to basics. Most principals pack this first orientation with basics such as discipline and safety policies, and curriculum and homework information.