Provide the teacher with information about your child. The teacher spends a great deal of time each day with your child and by the end of the school year will know your child well. However, you are the parent and are able to share additional information that may help the teacher build a better relationship with your child.

Contact the teacher if there is a problem. If a situation arises at home that may impact your child’s behavior or school performance, contact the teacher and let him or her know what is going on. This information can help the teacher address the situation if need be or may help the teacher de-escalate a possible melt-down at school.

Developing a clear and professional relationship with your child’s teacher can only help your child. Developing a partnership, where both you and the teacher work together to help create a successful learning environment for your child is always best.