Title: Effective Parent-Teacher Partnerships: Considerations for Educators - LD@school
Headings: Effective Parent-Teacher Partnerships: Considerations for Educators
Effective Parent-Teacher Partnerships: Considerations for Educators
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Effective Parent-Teacher Partnerships: Considerations for Educators
Introduction
Developing a Positive Partnership
Parental Perspective
Dealing with Conflict
Conclusion
Relevant Resources on the LD@school Website
References
Bibliography

Content: Educators encourage and maintain regular interaction between the school and families. Everyone is treated with respect. The school culture develops a sense of community and caring relationships. Parents are involved in school activities. Everyone feels safe and secure. With respect to the parent-teacher relationship itself, Ziraldo (2016) identifies the following characteristics of an effective parent-teacher team: Take time to meet with each other and to listen carefully. Treat each other as integral parts of the planning and decision making team. Allow each person to express opinions and give suggestions. Approach disagreements in a manner that encourages mutual problem solving.