Communicating With the Teacher Article Archive

• When You’re the New Mom (or Dad) at SchoolIf you think being the new kid at school is difficult, try being the new parent. Your child may have the ability to make new friends during class, over lunch, and at recess, but for you it’s not so easy. Our experts offer specific ways to reach out and develop successful connections with other parents and your child’s teacher.
• 10 Ways To Help Your Child Successfully Return to SchoolWhether parents like it or not, we are our children’s barometers. How they react to potentially stressful situations like the first day back at school depends on how we act. Teach your child that you believe in her and know she can tackle any challenges that come up during this new school year.
• Help Your Child Deal With GriefAs a parent, helping your grieving child is difficult and complicated. Our experts offer answers about talking with his teacher, helping him inform his peers, and using activities to draw out his feelings.
• How To Talk to the TeacherA little two-way communication goes a long way toward helping your child get the most out of school.
• Make the Teacher Your PartnerQ&A with veteran teacher Scott Mandel on how parents and teachers can work together for student success.
• Understanding Common Education TermsEver feel like you need a translator to understand what a teacher is saying? This collection of common school and education terms will help you understand the acronyms and jargon you may encounter.
• What Teachers Want From ParentsTeachers share simple steps parents can take to help their kids do their best in school.
• Dealing With Disappointing GradesMost kids bring home a bad report card at least once. Here’s how you can help your child get back on track.
• 10 Things Teachers Don’t Want To Hear From ParentsKeep conversations with your child’s teacher positive and productive by avoiding these teacher pet peeves.
• Resolving Student-Teacher ConflictsIt’s tough when a child says “My teacher hates me, and I hate her, too,” but it’s bound to happen at least once in every student’s educational life. Here are some tips for what parents can do.
• What Is Your School’s Internet Policy?Nine key question to ask your child’s teacher.
• Parents’ Support For Teachers Sets A Good ExampleWhen parents and teachers work together, students reap the benefits.
• Complaining About Teachers is Normal in Middle School Years“Don’t jump in at the first sign of trouble,” cautions noted child development expert Lawrence Kutner.
• Do You Know Key Who’s Who at Your Teen’s School?Who was your teen’s elementary school principal?
• It’s Important To Contact Teachers if Problems AriseWhen your child was in elementary school and middle school, you probably answered the phone at least once and found his teacher on the line.
• Keep Relations Good When You & A Teacher DisagreeYou think your daughter should take honors math next year. The teacher thinks she should be in a regular class.
• Does Your Child Show Signs Of Learning Disabilities?Parents are often the first to notice that their child has a learning disability.
• When Should You Write a Letter to School?There are lots of reasons to communicate with your child’s school.
• Tip: Get to Know Your Children’s Teachers EarlyFirst impressions are crucial. The first contact you make with your child’s teachers can set the stage for the rest of the year.
• How To Know When It's Time To Call the TeacherYou had your parent-teacher conference several weeks ago. But now your child seems to be having a problem in school. Should you call the teacher? Or should you say nothing and hope for the best?
• What if Your Child Doesn’t Like Her TeacherIn the best of all worlds, every child would love every teacher. But in reality, sometimes a child and a teacher just don’t click.
• What If Your Child Doesn’t Get Along With the Teacher?Often, children tell parents early in the year that they don’t like their teacher.
• Follow These Eight Steps To Solve School ProblemsWhen you think your child is having a problem at school, don’t wait, or the problem may get bigger.
• Don’t Be Afraid to Ask Your Child’s Teacher QuestionsParents who have good information are better equipped to help their children with the learning process.
• Find Out Now About Teacher Homework PoliciesMany parents are surprised when they get a note from a teacher wondering why their son hasn’t done his homework. That’s because he keeps telling mom and dad that the teacher rarely assigns homework.
• 10 Questions About Your Child and SchoolThe more you know about how your child deals with challenges and what's expected of him, the better you'll be able to help him achieve. Start by asking these key questions.
• Teacher's Tips: How Parents Can HelpPractical advice for working with your child’s teacher.
• Talking With Teachers About Student ProgressDon't wait for the report card to find out how your child is doing in school; a veteran principal offers tips for parents to keep in touch all year long.
• 7 Things To Tell the TeacherSharing key information about your child can help teachers make a connection.

Parent-Teacher Conference

• Tips for Productive Parent-Teacher ConferencesParent-teacher conferences are a key way to stay informed about your child’s progress in school. Here’s how to make the most of your meeting with the teacher.
• Consider Having An End-of-the-Year ConferenceWhether your child has had a great year, or one that’s not so wonderful, an end-of-the-year conference can help you learn some important things.
• Remember To Talk to Your Child Before ConferencesBefore you meet with your child’s teacher at a parent-teacher conference, have a talk with your child.
• Parent-Teacher Conference and Homework: Let's Talk!The parent-teacher conference is a great opportunity to discuss homework—and your "homework philosophy"—with the teacher.

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