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Suggest that parents set rules for unsupervised time at home. For instance, who may visit if they aren’t home?

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Food, families, fun! Whether you make your event an ice cream social, a hot dog roast, or a chili barbecue, food... https://t.co/4fM72txpkj

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Many parents don’t know how to help their child with higher-level subjects. Bolster their confidence through... https://t.co/e8XkLhjz0c

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In person meetings can be difficult to attend. So make participation easy! Who says you have to be in the same... https://t.co/AdnZsy6Sjb

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A Parent Resource Center is welcoming to parents. Make sure yours is stocked with helpful information.

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Remind parents to praise their child for making good choices and that children are never too old to hear, “I love you!”

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Make all of your parents feel welcome by developing events for ethnic groups. This should also extend to any of... https://t.co/HCjf0LKk5s

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Teachers can build meaningful relationships with parents and keep them informed by making phone calls during the... https://t.co/l5BphJLcos

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You can help the parents of your students by providing them with tips for assessing all of the indicators of progress.

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The beginning of school is a perfect time to evaluate your current parent handbook. Is it effective in meeting your goals?

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Middle and high school parents often report that they miss personal communications with teachers. Make sure your... https://t.co/gzom1cmN1U

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Remind parents to talk with their child about the risks associated with drinking and drug use.

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Schedule your open house for new families during the week before the start of school.

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"Firm, fair and consistent" is the best discipline. Remind parents to explain consequences and apply them when warranted.

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Ask current parents and students to help plan and staff a back-to-school event.

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Keep your computer in an area where you can see what sites your teen visits. Be aware if your teen spends too... https://t.co/t29WGPI3L8

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Don’t wait for later in the Fall to welcome new students and their families. Create a welcome packet now!

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Look for opportunities to get conversations started: dinnertime, in the car, doing chores, watching TV together.

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A late-summer event planned just for students transferring to your school can be a great way to help them feel at... https://t.co/E139UnuZuu