Parent-Teacher Communication Strategies

Teaching with Valor Podcast: A Veteran Teachers Perspective

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Welcome to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re exploring a topic that’s central to student success but often overlooked or taken for granted: parent-teacher communication.
It’s no secret that when teachers and parents are on the same page, students tend to thrive. But effective communication doesn’t just happen on its own—it requires effort, empathy, and clear strategies.
Show Notes
For more information on this topic check out the following resources:

• "Building Parent-Teacher Partnerships" by Sue Watson: A guide to fostering strong communication between parents and teachers.
• Edutopia – Parent-Teacher Communication: www.edutopia.org - Articles and resources on effective parent-teacher communication strategies.
• Teaching Channel – Communication Tools for Teachers: www.teachingchannel.org - Videos and tools for engaging with parents.
• Parent Teacher Association (PTA) – Strengthening Parent-Teacher Communication: www.pta.org - Tips and tools for building effective communication.
• Understood – Resources for Parents of Students with Learning Disabilities: www.understood.org - A resource for parents to navigate school communication and advocacy.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!