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Blog Number 307*

* Empowering Student Success Together

*At Hasti School, we’re committed to fostering a collaborative environment that ensures student success. *With various initiatives like *PTA meetings*, *monthly orientations*, *class-wise parent-teacher meets*, and *regular discussions on answer sheets*, *we’re dedicated to keeping you informed and involved*.

Key Highlights:

1. *Regular Updates: Stay informed about your child’s progress through mail and social media*.

2. *Personalized Interaction: Meet teachers at designated times or schedule meetings as needed*.

3. *Active Involvement: Your participation in PTA and other forums helps shape our approach to student success*.

*Let’s Work Together By leveraging these tools and staying engaged, we can guarantee a brighter future for our students. Your involvement is crucial to their success*!

*Let us dive deep in to the topic*

*Many elements contribute to whether or not students embrace their educational experience. Family support, equitable access to education, organized leadership, committed educators, and attainable educational goals play a significant role in every student’s academic success*.

Parents and guardians play an essential role in school learning, but effectively reaching them can be an ongoing challenge for even veteran elementary school teachers*.

*Studies continue to show that parent involvement is one important factor in helping students engage in their learning, and parent-teacher communication is a key aspect of promoting parent involvement*.

What Is Parent-Teacher Communication?

Parent-teacher communication begins at the start of a school year and lasts until students move onto the next grade. Teachers and parents will make introductions and gradually establish a relationship based on what they have in common: the student. Parent-teacher communication can take place in person, typically through parent-teacher conferences or during student drop-off or pick-up times. Teachers can also reach out to parents on the phone or by email.

From offering a simple smile to fostering a sense of trust, below are the tips,  key to effectively communicating with parents.

*Be warm*. *A little friendliness goes a long way, especially when it comes to elementary school parent-teacher communication. Whether you’re communicating via email, text, or in person, be warm, be welcoming, and offer encouragement. When you see parents in person, smile, shake hands, and make eye contact*.

*Be positive*.Effective communication between parents and teachers starts with positivity. When contacting a student’s parent or guardian, start out by saying something positive about him or her. Like friendliness, a little positivity goes a long way.

*Foster a sense of trust*.*The basis of effective communication with parents also starts with trust. It’s essential for parents to trust their child’s teacher. When speaking to parents, assure them that everything you discuss is confidential and that as an elementary school teacher, you always have your students’ best interests at heart*.

*Communicate often*.Also make sure to communicate often! A common mistake amongst elementary school teachers, as well as secondary educators, is simply not communicating enough, or only reaching out when there’s a problem. Communicate regularly with parents and they won’t be on high alert when they hear from you!

*use effective communication tools* *One size does not fit all when it comes to parent-teacher communication, in  school and otherwise. From *apps*, *message boards*, and *email* to *social media* *texting*, and *phone calls*, *find out what communication tools work best for parents and guardians, then stick with it*.

*Make parents feel valuable*.Great parent-teacher communication, especially in elementary school, starts with making parents feel valuable. All parents and guardians have something worthwhile to offer your classroom, whether it’s helping at an event or speaking to students about their occupation. Encourage them to participate and share their strengths.

*Acknowledge involvement*.  *Parents are not required to participate in their child’s education. Whether it’s a parent or guardian taking the time out of his or her day to meet with you or participating in school events, it’s important for elementary school teachers to acknowledge contributions and express thanks*.

*Ask questions (and listen!)*. *When talking to elementary school parents, ask questions. Not just about your students’ study habits, but about their interests. Listen and absorb the information. Ask follow-up questions. You’ll be surprised how much you can learn about not only your students, but their families, too*.

IDon’t make assumptions*. *No teacher, elementary or otherwise, should ever make assumptions about a student’s home life. Don’t assume a student lives with two parents or any parent at all. Also don’t assume that English is a parent or guardian’s native language. Be mindful of the fact that families come in all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds*.

Through regular communication with parents, teachers can share information about a student’s good work and achievements. If a student begins to struggle with a certain subject or exhibits behavioral problems, the parent will already have a relationship with the teacher, which helps facilitate parent-teacher collaboration. This cooperative relationship empowers parents to step in and support the student at home, supplementing what the teacher is doing at school.

Benefits of Parent-Teacher Communication When conversations are flowing, students can see that teachers and parents have their best interests at heart. Effective communication helps establish a relationship of respect between teachers, parents, and students.

*Benefits for Students* *Parents who are more involved in their child’s education can help improve academic achievement* .*When parents communicate with teachers to discover their children’s needs, students see that their family is looking out for them and wants them to be successful*.

*Benefits for Parents* *Effective parent-teacher communication can also benefit parents. Since parents are not always directly involved in the classroom, regular conversations with teachers can help them understand which subject areas their children are doing well in, and which ones they are struggling with*

*Benefits for Teachers*  *Teachers also benefit from parent-teacher communication, as parents can serve as a valuable asset in the learning environment. Teachers who cultivate relationships with parents will gain added cooperation, as

Communication Strategies *Parent-teacher communication can look different for different teachers and parents. Some relationships may be more difficult to establish than others, but *Discovering the best methods of communication and formulating messaging plans early in the year is important, as is maintaining consistent communication throughout the year* * Teachers and parents can try the following tactics for improving parent-teacher communication*:

• Regular in-person communication: .
• Parent-teacher conferences:
• Phone calls and emails:
• Text messages.  
• Open houses:
• Parent-teacher associations:
• Homework handouts and newsletters: .
• Class websites:

*By embracing open communication and collaboration, Hasti School unlocks a brighter future for our students*.

*Together, parents and teachers can ignite a passion for learning, foster emotional intelligence, and nurture well-rounded individuals*.

 *Let’s join forces to empower our students to excel, innovate, and make a meaningful impact in the world* at our Hasti public school*.”