Back To School Night Speech

In the teacher's Back-to-School Night speech, three instances, I feel, that demonstrate sensitivity to the parents are the teacher providing a written disclosure document on what to expect in his/her classroom, providing instructions on how to access the school's Web site, and by having translators available during the speech. The teacher handed out a very resourceful tool to parents by providing the written disclosure document. The document should help parents understand how the teacher will conduct his/her class and outline what the state expects the students to learn. By providing instructions on how to access the school's Web site, this is very good for those parents who have little or no computer/internet experience. Having translators available during this speech is very thoughtful and considerate in that this group includes
A parent should know their child's weakness and strengths. Parent should always try to set a good example because their child looks up to them. Be there for your child as a cheerleader to encourage them along the way and to urge them to keep trying when they struggle or fail. Be a friend to your child and listen- hear what they're thinking and experiencing. Be a teacher- stay in touch with your child's assignments, tests, and projects; set aside time to offer help; be available and enthusiastic. Also, be an enforcer- help set and keep schedules, help your child reach goals and complete assignments on time. Be patient, but don't waver- a little firmness will teach your child vital time management skills and a sense of control. "Just about all families care about their children, want them to succeed, and are eager to obtain better information from schools and communities so as to remain good partners in their child's education" (Epstein, 2001, p.407). There should never be a communication gap between you and your child- keep the communication