Well, we have made it through the first months of a new school year! However, for some students the start of a new year has been difficult. I have received many calls and heard numerous concerns from parents who are wondering how they can work with their child’s school to ensure a success. Below is a list of the Top Ten Tips for Working with Schools that was shared with me by a Lead School Psychologist in my area. I hope you have a great year!- Let the school know up front if you have concerns
- It helps to be visible in the school but do not intrude on the learning
- Every school is a little different in its approach
- There are lots of different ways of working with student problems in schools. Not just one of them is right.
- If you want to talk to a classroom teacher, ask to make an appointment with them. When teachers are with students, their first responsibility is to teach and supervise them.
- School folks got into education for the joy of working with students.
- School Psychologists and Special Teachers are there to study individual students. Help them by giving your specific observations. Your observations matter.
- Lots of teachers and other school folks use e-mail, but remember that teachers check e-mail when they have planning or breaks.
- If you have made a request and you haven’t received a response, don’t wait too long before asking about it. Sometimes requests do get lost.
- Schools can be fun places to be; it is where all children gather to learn. Enjoy your time there too!
Reference: Shirley A. Vickery, PhD
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