Can proactive parent communication boost student accountability?
Effective parent communication is crucial in helping students learn. But, for busy teachers it can be challenging just to keep up. Can apps and other digital tools make it easier to keep everyone -- parents and students -- in the loop? Transparency and equity are key to managing any communication between home and school. Here, you’ll find a variety of tools and useful tips to help you better engage your parent audience.
Parent Communication Resources and Guides
Downloadable and printable tip sheets to engage parents in schools
Cheat Sheet: Proactive Parent Communication
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Connecting Families: Program Overview
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Source: Common Sense Education
"Collaborating for Success" Parent Engagement Toolkit
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Source: Michigan Department of Education
Parent-Teacher Conference Tip Sheets
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Source: Harvard Family Research Project
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