Parents meeting

Children ask lots of questions, but now it’s time to turn the tables. Here are 79 fun “get-to-know-you” questions for kids to get a conversation started.

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During IEP season the stakes are high. Parents and teachers alike go into those meetings full of emotions and ideas. Diplomacy is the art of prioritizing alliances over battles, and it means walking away from some battles to focus on higher priorities. These are the guidelines for diplomacy that I’ve followed through the years.

Forming partnerships between parents of children with disabilities and the professionals who work with them is like learning a new dance.

Whether your child is struggling or doing well in math, at parent-teacher conferences, you want to have good questions prepared.

I know a lot of teachers who still roll the dice with #1! 🫣

Parent Teacher Team

Allowing family to participate and feel involved in their child's school is one of the most effective family engagement strategies. Having parents in the classroom to observe how their child is being taught and learning creates a special bond and understanding between parent and child. The help that the parent provides creates a bond and understanding between parent and teacher.

Dos and Don'ts for Kindergarten Parent Teacher Conferences. Prepare for your meeting with these questions.

There are a few simple things you can do as you start the school year to invite parents into your classroom and open communication.