How can we foster stronger partnerships with parents to support students with exceptionalities? Research shows that parental involvement significantly enhances student outcomes, and when teachers and families work as a cohesive team, students are more likely to experience success in all areas of life. Join Melissa Mann for this timesaving, to the point session as she shares proven strategies for building relationships with parents of students with exceptionalities. You'll gain resources, tools, and communication techniques to empower parents to become active partners in their child’s education journey. Get ready to bridge the gap between home and school to ensure student progress! Melissa expertise in special education will empower you with skills needed to design a home-school collaboration plan with tailored resources and communication strategies to encourage parental involvement.
Key Takeaways
- Learn effective communication techniques that create trust and encourage collaboration with parents.
- Explore tools, activities, and strategies that parents can use at home to reinforce learning goals.
- Discover ways to establish a team mindset between families, teachers, and support staff to ensure student success.
- Address challenges such as time, differing expectations, and communication gaps to strengthen the home-school connection.
Assessment:
Participants will complete and exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.
