@RutgersAltRoute i like the idea of a weekly newsletter to parents. they need to be kept updated on positive news, not just when their child does something wrong. #altrted#standuptobullying
@RutgersAltRoute A5 establish more consistent communications with parents. I will try to make regular contact a routine from the start of the year either through weekly email or text availability. I hope to build a trusting relationship with them. #altrted#standuptobullying
@Allison74287012@RutgersAltRoute good point. i have had to deal with this in the past. the parent pulled their child out of the school but we were all convinced it was a conflict and not bullying. the parent would not budge.
@RutgersAltRoute A4: it’s challenging at times to decide if it is a conflict or bullying. Students and parents use the word often instead of understanding it is a conflict they are experiencing
@RutgersAltRoute A4 they challenge the learning environment and can erode a sense of community and trust. I think they can provide an opportunity to learn about student issues and revise classroom management plans. #altrted#standuptobullying
Parents are often an untapped resource in teachers' plans to create a safe learning environment for students. It's great to see that you are engaging them and centering their voices. Trust that having parents on your side will pay off! #altrted#standuptobullying
@RutgersAltRoute A3 In our department there is a lot of communication about students and potential issues. We group text frequently and would meet every morning when school was in session. I think the coordination with parents could be better. #altrted#standuptobullying
A2 Developing meaningful relationships with students, making expectations clear, having consistency in the classroom and consequences for unacceptable behavior #altrted#standuptobullying
@RutgersAltRoute A1 I try to establish a code of conduct with visible reminders around the classroom. The syllabus and classroom management plan covers these topics. We go over it together and students and parents sign off. #Altrted#standuptobullying
@RutgersAltRoute I think even when we return to live classrooms I will continue to make videos and incorporate "flipped" classrooms more. #altrted#edtech
@RutgersAltRoute Retweet Someone mentioned EdPuzzle. I could not find the tweet but I have heard good things about it and would like to learn more. #altrted#edtech
@RutgersAltRoute A5: I maintain a virtual call log via GoogleVoice, consisting of both voice and text message interactions. I find that many parents love texting rather than responding to emails or phone calls. I also have weekly parent shout-outs on my daily video announcements. #AltRtEd#EdTech
@RutgersAltRoute@Tolerance_org@NEAToday A6 Make sure parents are on Google Classroom and also get accurate contact information at the start of the year. We have to be able to hold parents accountable for responding to teacher communications. #altrted#edtech
@JaimiePeterso16 @BlueTwinklesSky @RutgersAltRoute Remind is great. Only problem is getting texts from students late at night or weekend but you can set parameters for that. You can also answer texts on the Remind page.
@RutgersAltRoute A5 We are using Remind with students which I think has worked very well, although texting has limitations. We have used Calendly to enable parents to schedule meetings. Most have continued to use email. It has been difficult to reach many during this time. #altrted#edtech
@RutgersAltRoute#altrted#edtech A4
Benefits are the wide variety of materials available which also can be a challenge because it's too much. We need more uniformity as a school, district, state, etc.