School is back in session. Our children are now back in the hands of educators who pour all of the knowledge they can into them. At the start of each school year, parents and teachers form partnerships designed to 
maximize the potential of every student. As in any working relationship, communication is the key. As parents, we should do all that we can to make the teachers jobs easier.
No one knows children better than their parents. With so many students, the information that we can provide teachers is vital to our childrens academic success. Here are just a few suggestions of what we should share with teachers:
- Health Concerns/Issues: If your child has food allergies, respiratory conditions, diabetes, behavioral conditions, or other serious health conditions. Let them know the signs to look for when your child may be in distress. This information also gives teachers the opportunity to educate themselves on these conditions.
- Family Issues: Last year my youngest daughter was hospitalized for several weeks. My oldest daughter was in kindergarten. Her teachers immediately saw a change in her behavior. We informed her teachers of what was going on and they were able to accommodate her. They gave her comfort when she needed it. Be sure to mention a death in the family, divorce, moving, etc., even if your child seems well adjusted to family issues, keep teachers up to speed. They may observe behavioral changes that parents are not aware of.
- Learning Style: Each of us has their own learning style. Does your child learn through play, have a photographic memory, or retain more information through repetition? Let the teacher know. Your insights can help teachers more than you realize.
- Personality Traits: Does your child have a temper? Is your child sensitive? Let teachers know before they develop into problems at school.
- Hobbies/Interests: If your child has a favorite activity, book, movie,etc., share that too. The teacher may be able to use that to introduce new concepts and ideas to your child by using something familiar.
Do you have anymore suggestions? Please share them!
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