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Connecting With Parents in 4 Easy Steps

When I think about relationships in the classroom, it’s not just the ones with my students that are important. Connecting with parents is incredibly important. Parents count on me to be part of their team to help their children. And, I count on parents to partner in their student’s education.    As a parent and…

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Reading Conferences Made Easy with a FREEBIE

Reading one-to-one or in a small group is imperative for helping beginning readers. Reading conferences are a great way to connect with students and parents. Here are a few tips for an easier and more engaging Reader’s Workshop. Tip One I get a mini “high” shopping at The Dollar Store or in Target’s Dollar ($3)…

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Classroom Management and Parent-Teacher Communication Made Easy for Kindergarten

Is your parent-teacher communication on it’s “A Game”?  Do you find writing notes and talking to parents about their student’s academics easy breezy?  I do . . . now! #Realtalk There have been several times in my 24 years as an educator that I have had parent conversations that have turned uncomfortable and awkward. I…