Jackson, A. (2018, September 6). 3 Ways to Improve Parent–Teacher Communication. Retrieved January 16, 2019

When I was a classroom teacher, I would start to imagine the upcoming school year at the beginning of August. I’d picture more engaging lessons and activities, stronger routines and procedures, and—perhaps the most important item on my fantasy to-do list—better communication and collaboration with parents. Every fall, my instructional practices and classroom-management skills grew, but by winter break, I’d be forced to admit that I never established an effective strategy for communicating with parents.