The School-Home Connection

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<p>"A useful resource for all educators with practical suggestions to help close the gap between school and home. Through analogies and shared reflections on real-life examples, the authors provide guidance for dealing effectively with parents, understanding the importance of family dynamics, and considering the effects of personality types on relationships."<br/>—Annette Speach, Director of Human Resources<br/>North Syracuse Central School District, NY</p><p>"Becoming skilled in relationships is the foundation for successful home-school collaboration, and these authors provide the why′s and how-to′s in a very readable form."<br/>—Bonnie Dunn, Retired School Social Worker<br/>The Collaborative School, New Gloucester, ME</p><p>The keys to bridging the gap between school and home!</p><p>Research has consistently shown that student success is directly related to the strength of the relationships between parents and schools. This book provides teachers and administrators with tools to build a foundation for student success based on positive relationships with students and their families.</p><p>Drawing on original research and their professional experiences, the authors identify the common sources of both negative and positive school-home relationships. The book presents a comprehensive approach to building closer connections and includes:</p>Tools to help educators develop a deeper understanding of the communities they serveStrategies for improving interpersonal skills and communication skills A chapter on the importance of documenting and celebrating school eventsGuidelines for creating three distinct levels of parental participation in schools<p>With suggestions for cultivating a community network of support services and a summary of lessons for forging constructive relationships, The School-Home Connection is an essential tool for educators looking to strengthen the learning community and increase student achievement.</p>