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As someone who hasn't had much contact with parents, what are some tips for communicating with parents for the first time? Do's and Don'ts? Best ways to communicate?
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I would start by making a small "About Me" handout. Something as simple as "Hi, I'm Mrs. XXX" Three things you like to do. Your favorite food. Where you went to college. 3-5 facts would be a good icebreaker for the beginning of the year.
As far as communication during the year:
If you are using a text app like Remind or ClassDojo - create a cute signature or send-off at the end of your texts. That way, parents and families can understand your tone even though you aren't face to face. Something as simple as "Happy Monday!" can go a long way.
If you are in a face-to-face situation I think eye contact is extremely important. Put your cell phone away, have all of that student's work and records in front of you. Parents want to know that their child's teacher cares about them, as opposed to just seeing them as a number.
A lot of the parents will be your age or younger - but do not let that change your tone and professional language.
Hope this helps!
 
     
     
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Rated On: October 15, 2022 4:00 pm
Rated By: gupeVy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would do this exactly.
Rated On: October 17, 2022 1:33 am
Rated By: VuJeTa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Thanks for sharing, this is a good idea.
Rated On: November 12, 2022 10:28 pm
Rated By: Adrianna Gill
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This solution is a great way to get on a personal level with parents so your relationship is better with them.
Rated On: March 31, 2023 6:40 pm
Rated By: GeduVy