Supporting Parents:

Supporting Parents: 9-Week Communication Plan

To better support parents, I propose a 9-week rotation of messages and emails, each focusing on a specific topic to aid them in their journey. Here’s a preliminary list of ideas, along with some expanded topics to consider:

1. How to Log In to Check Your Child's Grades

   • Step-by-step guide for accessing the online portal
   • Understanding the grading system and what it means for your child

2. Ways to Help Your Child Succeed

   • Creating a conducive home study environment
   • Encouraging positive study habits and routines

3. Understanding Assignment Redos

   • How your child can request to redo assignments
   • The importance of learning from mistakes and improving

4. Fostering a Growth Mindset

   • Strategies for encouraging resilience and persistence
   • Real-life examples of famous figures who embraced a growth mindset

5. Interpreting Teacher Feedback on Assignments

   • Importance of feedback in the learning process
   • How to discuss feedback with your child to promote growth

6. Incorporating School Talk at Home

   • Tips for discussing school topics to enhance engagement
   • Questions to ask your child about their day and homework

7. How School Contributes to Happiness and Success

   • The role of social interactions and friendships in school
   • Understanding the connection between academic success and emotional well-being

8. Encouraging Extracurricular Involvement

   • Benefits of participating in clubs and sports
   • How to help your child explore their interests outside of academics

9. Building a Supportive Network

   • Ways to connect with other parents and teachers
   • Resources for additional support and guidance

By providing these targeted messages, we can empower parents and help them play a more active role in their children's education.