Educators care about what happens to children in school. Parents care about the very same thing. Isn’t it sensible, therefore, to form home-school partnerships that help do what’s best for children?
Home-school partnerships are based on mutual trust, respect, and communication. Viewers learn how to recognize the barriers to good communication; judge the effectiveness of current communication strategies: and activities schools can do to increase communication with the home. Teacher Talk sessions are provided.
Home-school partnerships just don’t happen. They take careful planning, ongoing staff development, and long term commitment. This program highlights how schools can support teachers; the five types of partnership roles; and gives advice on developing a plan of action. Teacher Talk sessions are provided.
With support and encouragement, almost every family can build a strong learning environment in the home. Educators learn: about the importance of parent involvement; how to focus on family strengths; and about the characteristics of successful home learning environments. Teacher Talk sessions are provided.
Parents need to know how to make school visits work for them and, most importantly, for their children. Viewers will learn how to plan for a conference, what types of questions to ask during the conference, and how to follow up afterward.
