Submitted by Patti (not verified) on September 30, 2007 - 17:44.
Communication between teachers and parents is so critical in the success of students. When parents and teachers are on board the same train, the students feel safe and ready for their journey. My school uses a website called homeworknow.com, and each teacher posts daily agendas, upcoming events, tests, projects, homework, etc. We have also adopted a Thursday mail policy. Anything that needs to be signed and returned goes home with the students on Thursdays. In addition, the school posts an email every Friday called the McConnell Minute. Parents who have furnished us with an active email address get a copy each week. Yet another way that we stay connected with parents is our 24 hour policy. Teachers are required to respond to parent inquiries within 24 hours. Most of our teachers email progress reports home weekly as well. All of these tools have a tremdously positive impact on our communication with parents.
Communication between
Submitted by Patti (not verified) on September 30, 2007 - 17:44.
Communication between teachers and parents is so critical in the success of students. When parents and teachers are on board the same train, the students feel safe and ready for their journey. My school uses a website called homeworknow.com, and each teacher posts daily agendas, upcoming events, tests, projects, homework, etc. We have also adopted a Thursday mail policy. Anything that needs to be signed and returned goes home with the students on Thursdays. In addition, the school posts an email every Friday called the McConnell Minute. Parents who have furnished us with an active email address get a copy each week. Yet another way that we stay connected with parents is our 24 hour policy. Teachers are required to respond to parent inquiries within 24 hours. Most of our teachers email progress reports home weekly as well. All of these tools have a tremdously positive impact on our communication with parents.