#47 The Parent-Teacher Partnership: Building Effective Communication Channels
Ever feel like you're speaking a different language than your child's teacher? Do miscommunications leave you frustrated and your child's needs unmet? Today, I dive into the crucial art of building strong communication channels with your child's school team.
In this episode, I explore why clear communication is absolutely essential for your child's success and how it can prevent misunderstandings before they escalate. Plus, I give practical strategies and tools you can begin using right now to build the parent-teacher partnership.
If you’re ready to unlock the secrets of effective parent-teacher communication and become a more powerful advocate for your child's education, then this one's for you!
As mentioned, a previous episode of the podcast looks at what a typical IEP agenda looks like , and you can also get my IEP Snapshot Tool, which will make keeping track of all the information in your child's IEP a whole lot easier, by clicking here.
Topics Covered:
- Why communication matters so much when building the parent-teacher partnership, and a metaphor that demonstrates this [1:31]
- Best practices for setting ourselves up for success with this partnership [1:55]
- The power of specificity and a strategy I’ve seen work really well when corresponding with your child’s teacher [2:32]
- How preparation will be your best friend when things get tough and what to do before entering any challenging conversation [3:15]
- A helpful tool I provide that will assist you in this process [3:43]
Key Takeaways
- Start the school year strong by establishing your preferred communication method with your child's teacher
- Using a proactive approach prevents scrambling for solutions in the midst of a problem
- When communicating concerns, provide specific examples instead of general statements
- Always follow up important conversations with a confirming email to ensure you and the teacher are on the same page
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