How can I better partner with my child’s teacher?

Writer and speaker Jessica Lahey, known for her work with The Atlantic and The Washington Post, delves into the topic of improving parent-teacher partnerships. Drawing from her extensive experience as an educator, Jessica shares valuable insights on fostering effective communication between parents and teachers.
About the speaker

Jessica Lahey

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Jessica Lahey is a Writer, Teacher and a Speaker

Show Notes

  • 00:30
    Understanding the importance of effective communication with teachers
    Discussing strategies to establish open communication channels with your child's teacher for better collaboration and support.
  • 05:15
    Building a strong parent teacher relationship for student success
    Exploring the impact of a positive and supportive relationship between parents and teachers on a child's academic performance and well-being.
  • 10:45
    Nurturing a growth mindset in children through collaborative efforts
    Examining how parents and teachers can work together to encourage a growth mindset in students, fostering resilience and a love for learning.

Quotes

  • “A lot of schools have installed these 24-7, you can go into the parent portal and you can check on your kids 24-7.” - Jessica Lahey

  • “I always try to make my first interaction with a family a positive one, even if it means that I am watching a student like a hawk waiting for them to do anything positive.” - Jessica Lahey

  • “Having good communication with our kid, not necessarily the freak-out mode or the judgmental mode, that's going to pay dividends in so many other ways.” - Jessica Lahey

  • “One of the things we can do to help kids is to make their failures as specific as possible. When they do well, when they're pleased with themselves, when they think things are going well, generalize that as much as possible.” - Jessica Lahey

About the speaker

Jessica Lahey

self

 - self

Jessica Lahey is a Writer, Teacher and a Speaker

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