Ch8: School-Home Relationships Flashcards
(15 cards)
Why is parental involvement important for literacy development?
Parental involvement helps children see the importance and fun of literacy.
How should families who do not speak English help with the development of literacy?
Read with their child in whatever language is most comfortable for them
How can parents use to help children’s literacy development?
Reading aloud to them
Who is at the center of the school and community focus?
The Student
Why is it important to promote community involvement in schools?
Public school districts rely on citizens for baseline funding, while private schools are usually funded by grants and tuition. Both types rely on additional stakeholders to provide financial support for a variety of required and enrichment learning. A strong and open community benefits everyone.
What is meant by ‘‘community’’ when discussing community involvement in schools?
All of the different levels of real and potential stakeholder involvement at the school
What is parent involvement?
The term refers to a growing trend to engage parents and caregivers in the education of their children.
Many of a student’s unique qualities that are tied to their worldview come directly from their _____.
Family
Studies show a strong positive connection between family involvement in education and student _____.
achievement
In all communication with families, it is important to keep the conversation as _____ as possible.
Positive
When communicating with parents about the referral process, what should teachers look for?
Verbal and non verbal signs
What should a teacher say after bringing a concern to a parent?
What do you think?
What can teachers do to establish positive relationships with parents?
Reach out early in a positive way
What are the P’s of Parent Teacher conferences (8)
Preparation
Professionalism
Partnership
Productivity
Proactivity
Phone Calls
Policies & Procedures
Principal
