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Helping Parents Help Their Children Succeed in School by David Boers

Helping Parents Help Their Children Succeed in School by David Boers. Madeleine Woll Professional Journal Article #2 ED 522 Curriculum Fall 2009. David Boers wanted to answer the question: What do students want from their teachers?

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Helping Parents Help Their Children Succeed in School by David Boers

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  1. Helping Parents Help Their Children Succeed in School by David Boers Madeleine Woll Professional Journal Article #2 ED 522 Curriculum Fall 2009

  2. David Boers wanted to answer the question: What do students want from their teachers? • He interviewed more than 500 students in all different types of schools including public, private, urban, suburban, etc.. • Answers rarely varied…students said “The best teachers are those who care.” What Do Students Want?

  3. Parents Point of View: • Enthusiastic, positive, happy • Competent, researched based, confident • Personal, communicative, welcoming • Student centered, differentiating • Well planned and honest What Do Parents Want From Teachers?

  4. Survey of 86 randomly selected K-12 educators from various types of schools. • Educators answered open ended questions What Do Teachers Want From Parents?

  5. Teachers want parents to talk to them about their child’s personality, learning styles, family situation, and problems. Initiating Communication

  6. Check homework every night • Spend time guided children through the assignment • Review concepts during homework Monitoring Homework

  7. Establish study times, study places, and study materials at home. • Teach and promote study skills. • Talk to your children about progress and goals • Parents should accept responsibility for their children’s education. Parenting and Study Skills

  8. Parents need to attend all scheduled conferences with teachers. • Become more involved in the conferences and meetings. • Be prepared to talk about concerns. Getting Involved

  9. Model and teach respect • Hold children accountable for household chores. • Understand that “children don’t always tell the truth.” Establishing Student Behavior

  10. Don’t critize teachers at home • Praising and supporting teachers effectively supports progress Responding to Teachers

  11. Read to your children every night • Have your children read to you. • Read your own books in front of your children. Emphasizing Reading

  12. Return notes, and calls promptly to address the concerns quickly. Responding to Communication

  13. Healthy diets • Get enough sleep • Be sure your child is clean and dressed properly. • Do not send sick children to school. Recognizing Health Factors

  14. Parents and teachers can bridge the gap between home and school. • Work together towards a successful school-home partnership Conclusion

  15. Boers, D. (2002, January). Helping parents help their children succeed in school. Principal, 81(3), 52-53. References

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