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Lately I've been thinking a lot about how to get parents more involved in the learning that happens at school. In my board, more and more over the years we have been discouraged from sending home work that is to be assessed. There has also been a major reduction in homework in general - homework is not something to be assigned for the sake of giving homework - if work is sent home, it is usually something the student didn't complete during class time. Now, don't get me wrong - as a parent of…

In kindergarten, your student will practice basic concepts of math, reading, writing, shapes, and time. Learn more about the typical kindergarten curriculum, and find out how to help your child reach important learning milestones at home.

(click) You have probably seen the pin above floating in cyberspace. When I saw it, I thought "how true". Many of us have seen prime examples of what can happen when a parent takes an active interest in their child's education. Children with involved parents have an advantage over other children. It's like getting a heads start in a race. Through the years I noticed that the parents who weren't as actively involved shared some common stumbling blocks. If you can show parents how to get over…

Teachers, involve parents, in a positive manner, at the very beginning of the school year. If difficult conversations come up, you've already built positive...

What Makes a Parent Love a Teacher ... and it's not what you might think! Read this terrific post by Jennifer Gonzalez to find out what really matters to parents. Be sure to download her free "deep data" chart for organizing your student data!

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Have you ever thought about what your child's teacher would say if the teacher could speak openly and honestly, without any backlash? Here's what dozens of teachers had to say.

The list of consequences for children who sit too long is a lengthy one and all are serious. So this one may seem like no big deal. But it is.

What are the best ways for teachers to communicate with parents using technology? Here are 8 creative ideas with effective examples from schools and classrooms around the world. How will your school be communicating with families in 2020? Includes free PDF with 8 tips for teachers for better communication with parents.