One of the most conistent problems in any relationship is broken communication. Whenever we fail to communicate effectively it leaves a lot to be misinterpreted. Those misinterpretations can cause calamity similar to an ember that strays from a fireplace. Something that was intended to be warm and inviting came quickly become something fearful and cold. Schools must make sure that as much information that is possible be shared with parents in a way that shows our schools are a place where they are welcomed and their children are not only loved but being prepared for the world that lies ahead.
This links provide:
(1) One systems family friendly presentation and is a great example of how to get information to parents as well as invite them to "join the team".
(2) The results of strong communication
(3) What not to do when communicationg with parents
Effective Communication Between Parents and Teachers Center for Assessment and InterventionFischler School of Education and Human services Nova Southeastern University
http://theparentacademy.dadeschools.net/pdfs/Effective_Communication.pdf
How Strong Communication Contributes to Student and School Success: Parent and Family Involvement
http://www.nspra.org/files/docs/Strong_Communication_Students_School_Success.pdf
The Twenty Biggest Communication Mistakes School Leaders Make and How to Avoid Them
http://www.sagepub.com/upm-data/25868_081218_Ramsey_ch1.pdf
This links provide:
(1) One systems family friendly presentation and is a great example of how to get information to parents as well as invite them to "join the team".
(2) The results of strong communication
(3) What not to do when communicationg with parents
Effective Communication Between Parents and Teachers Center for Assessment and InterventionFischler School of Education and Human services Nova Southeastern University
http://theparentacademy.dadeschools.net/pdfs/Effective_Communication.pdf
How Strong Communication Contributes to Student and School Success: Parent and Family Involvement
http://www.nspra.org/files/docs/Strong_Communication_Students_School_Success.pdf
The Twenty Biggest Communication Mistakes School Leaders Make and How to Avoid Them
http://www.sagepub.com/upm-data/25868_081218_Ramsey_ch1.pdf