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A1: the parent knows the student best! Creating this trusting partnership from the beginning allows all parties to help the child be the most successful! #wearewayne
A1: the parent knows the student best! Creating this trusting partnership from the beginning allows all parties to help the child be the most successful! #wearewayne
A1: the parent knows the student best! Creating this trusting partnership from the beginning allows all parties to help the child be the most successful! #wearewayne
Q2: How do you know if you’ve established a strong parent partnership? Or...tell about a time when you felt a strong parent partnership was established. #wearewayne
A2: I think that attending to the non-verbals is key in a case conference. Is a parent looking at you or material you're presenting? Do they seem comfortable (mentally, in the space)? Are they nodding along? Facial expressions? #wearewayne
A2: I think that attending to the non-verbals is key in a case conference. Is a parent looking at you or material you're presenting? Do they seem comfortable (mentally, in the space)? Are they nodding along? Facial expressions? #wearewayne
A2: when a parent asks for your advice or opinion on a matter involving their child... this shows they value your input & trust your decision making #wearewayne
A:1 A:1 The parent KNOWS and LOVES the child more than anyone else. A parent wants to be heard and valued in their child’s education. Listen to the parents. Their voice is important. #wearewayne
A:1 A:1 The parent KNOWS and LOVES the child more than anyone else. A parent wants to be heard and valued in their child’s education. Listen to the parents. Their voice is important. #wearewayne
A2: Sometimes you don't know. However, the journey to establish a strong partnership is critical to our scholars success. We must never stop working towards establishing that partnership. #wearewayne
A3: highlight strengths first ... know the child you are talking about and make connections! This isn’t just a “meeting” for the parent/guardian... & shouldn’t feel that way! #wearewayne
I appreciate a parent challenging our thinking. It shouldn't be taken as an insult. Often, I think they might feel as though decisions have already been made, plans/programs already written. #wearewayne
A:3 Parents feel valued when they feel safe to speak the truth about their child or the struggles their child is facing without fear of what people will think. #wearewayne
A:3 Parents feel valued when they feel safe to speak the truth about their child or the struggles their child is facing without fear of what people will think. #wearewayne
A3 The CC isn't the starting point for welcoming parents. You know your students, understand strengths and challenges and reach out before the CC. During CC, make sure there is eye contact, space for clarification and time to process. #wearewayne
Doing the simple things such as welcoming them with a smile and making the case conference your priority #1 because it's the only one for them in that moment #wearewayne
A:2- You know you have a strong parent connection when they feel comfortable sharing the depths of their heart with you. Sometimes they just want someone to listen. Listen to them. #wearewayne
A2: Sometimes you don't know. However, the journey to establish a strong partnership is critical to our scholars success. We must never stop working towards establishing that partnership. #wearewayne
A3 The CC isn't the starting point for welcoming parents. You know your students, understand strengths and challenges and reach out before the CC. During CC, make sure there is eye contact, space for clarification and time to process. #wearewayne
A4: As educators operating inside of the education world on a daily basis, we often forget that not everyone is comfortable in that setting nor understands the processes involved. Not being intentional to acknowledge this and make adjustments create a barrier. #wearewayne
A4: Sometimes, unfortunately, there are disagreements re: IEPs, evaluations, services... these or other standing grievances can lead to uncomfortable case conferences and can be a huge barrier in moving forward. #wearewayne
Yes. Regardless of agreement or support level, case conferences can be very intimidating. All staff already in a room, then the parent enters. Creates a strange energy from the outset. #wearewayne
A4: As educators operating inside of the education world on a daily basis, we often forget that not everyone is comfortable in that setting nor understands the processes involved. Not being intentional to acknowledge this and make adjustments create a barrier. #wearewayne
