Establishing a Partnership with Parents: Sending a Back To School Parent Letter
Since teaching is a partnership between parents, teachers, and students, it's very important to send a letter before the school year begins to all the parents or guardians in your classroom. This letter is a vital tool for setting expectations and building a collaborative relationship with parents.
Why Send a Back to School Parent Letter?
1. Set Expectations:
Clear Communication: This letter provides an opportunity to outline your expectations for the school year. It helps parents understand your approach to teaching and how they can support their child's learning.
Classroom Insights: Share information about what students will be learning and doing in your classroom. This prepares parents for the curriculum and activities ahead.
2. Build Relationships:
Introduce Yourself: Parents appreciate learning about their child's new teacher. Share a bit about your background, teaching philosophy, and goals for the year.
Open the Dialogue: Encourage parents to communicate with you. Let them know how they can reach you and that you value their input and support.
3. Set the Tone:
Positive Tone: The tone of your letter sets the stage for a positive and productive year. Use welcoming and enthusiastic language to convey your excitement about the upcoming school year and your commitment to their child's education.
Template for a Back to School Parent Letter
"Dear Parents and Guardians,
Are you ready for a PHENOMENAL school year at ___________? I am so excited that your child and I will be starting our journey into _____ grade together and it will definitely be memorable. It will be an adventure learning in our classroom and I am thrilled that they are part of the _________ community of learners. I am excited to share this journey with them. I have a lot of fun things planned for us to get to know each other during the first few weeks of _____ grade, so be ready for anything!
For the first _____ weeks, we will be spending time getting to know each other, developing a routine, and working on building trust before we dive into academics. There are so many interesting topics in _____ grade that we will study that I know they’ll love it all. We will be researching, presenting, and experimenting all while allowing them the opportunity to form questions of their own, along with researching and sharing their findings with us in class.
Keep an eye on your email for more information on our first day!
I look forward to a wonderful year working together to support your child's education. Thank you for your partnership.
Warm regards,
[Your Name]"
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By sending a thoughtful and informative back to school parent letter before the school year begins, you set a positive tone and lay the foundation for a successful partnership with parents. This proactive communication helps ensure that everyone is aligned and ready to support the students throughout the year.
Check out our other back-to-school blogs for first day of school journal prompts, reading / writing activities for the beginning of the year, and how to set expectations for a new school year.
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