Title: Parent-Teacher Communication Strategies for Success
Headings: Parent-Teacher Communication
Parent-Teacher Communication
Strategies and Ideas for Teachers
Keeping Parents Informed
Getting Parents Involved

Content: It's important to be flexible when scheduling conferences because some parents can only attend before or after school. During the conference it's important to discuss academic progress and goals, what the student needs work on, and any concerns the parent has with their child or the education that they are being provided with. Open House — Open house or " Back to School Night " is another way to keep parents informed and make them feel welcome. Provide each parent with a packet of essential information they will need throughout the school year. Within the packet you can include: contact information, school or class website information, educational objectives for the year, classroom rules, etc. This is also a great time to encourage parents to become classroom volunteers, and share information about parent-teacher organizations that they can participate in. Progress Reports — Progress reports can be sent home weekly, monthly or a few times a year. This way of connecting gives parents tangible evidence of their child's academic progress. It's best to include your contact information in the progress report, just in case parents have any questions or comments about their child's progress.