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It doesn't matter if students say “the dog ate my homework” or that “I left it on the kitchen table.” Teachers know all the excuses.
Teachers notice a lot of things, including your child's manners or lack thereof. If they burp out loud, or don't say "please" or "thank you," teachers know it's a reflection of their parents. Remember: good manners starts at home.
Working as a teacher takes more than just being in the classroom. They often arrive and leave hours before and after school starts to prepare tasks and grade.
Teachers can tell the difference between a parent helping their child with homework and actually doing it for them. Doing their homework is just wrong, so don't be that person.
Reading is a vital life skill. Therefore, it's important to encourage your child to keep reading. It's without a doubt the key to classroom success at any age.
You want to raise decent human beings, so don't ask teachers to do your dirty work. Encourage your kids to own up to their actions instead of wanting teachers to bend the rules.
Kids learn a lot when they play with each other. It has many developmental benefits, such as learning social skills, negotiation, and communication.
Back in the day, kids used to play outside and figure out problems on their own. Now, with computers and tablets, they lack those skills to communicate. This means they want teachers to fix any small problem or inconvenience.
Teachers get plenty of mugs, flowers, and stuffed animals. So if you want to give them a gift, go for a gift card or even a thank-you note.
Have your child keep a journal from a young age. They can draw pictures and make notes about their day. It's a good way for them to later reflect on goals and process their emotions.
It doesn't matter what job you have, the bottom line is never tell teachers how to run their classroom. You wouldn't want someone to do the same to you.
The best students aren't necessarily the ones with the highest grades. Teachers will always remember the ones that are respectful and kind.
Never tell a teacher who works with small children that their job is "cute." There's more to the job than helping children glue and color.
Teaching methods have changed a lot since you went to school. So don't tell your kid not to use a certain math strategy just because it looks unfamiliar to you. Research before, or reach out to your child’s teacher to familiarize yourself with newer methods.
Don't ever think for a second that it's an easy job. Teaching is a calling that most people do with love and enthusiasm, and not for the money.
Sources: (ThoughtCo.) (The Learning Room) (Help! We've Got Kids)
See also: Teaching kids good manners: politeness in everyday life
Remember: teachers don't want to put students down. So if they make a special note or recommendation, it's only to help students succeed.
Just like your kids, teachers love snow days and long weekends as well. And let's not forget the long summer break. Not bad either!
Have rules at home about chores, cooking, and screen time. Having systems at home helps students behave in school.
When you're at a parent-teacher meeting, stick to your kid's progress. Teachers don't want to listen to your marital complaints.
Do reach out if you have any questions. Open communication between families and teachers is necessary for students' success.
Apart from teaching, they also take on the role of psychologist, friend, adviser, etc. On top of that, they're also keeping an eye on issues at home, bullying, learning disabilities, substance abuse, and peer pressure.
Be attentive and always check your kids' homework. Just because they say they did it, doesn't mean it’s true.
With long hours preparing for classes, correcting tests, and actually teaching, teachers get exhausted as well. Plus, it doesn't help when students are disrespectful and parents are threatening.
Making mistakes is part of life. That's how humans learn. So stop doing everything for your child, as they'll expect you to bail them out every time.
Never send your kids back to school the day after a long flight. They're going to be exhausted, which will disturb their school day. Also, avoid having them miss the beginning of the school year. Otherwise, it will put a lot a pressure on them.
Communication is key to a healthy relationship, and it does reflect on how they perform in school. So make sure you actually talk to your kids. They want to know that you're interested in their lives.
In the end, parents and teachers are all on the same team to help develop and support students. A good relationship with your child’s teacher can be an important factor in how well they get along at school and at home.
Here's a fact: if you talk about it at home, teachers will probably know about it. Kids aren't the best at keeping secrets, so expect teachers knowing about your finances, political views, and even health issues.
Nowadays, most kids have a cell phone, which can be a huge distraction. Help teachers out by turning off the texting feature during school hours.
Parents place a lot of faith in the educational system when they send their kids off to school each day. But it can be hard to know what's really happening in the classroom. Is the teacher doing their job effectively? How's the child developing in school? Are parents doing the right things at home to help kids learn?
You as a parent might have many questions that the teacher, with their expertise, has the answers to. And then there are also things you have no idea about, but that teachers want you to know.
What are they? In this gallery, check out what your child's teacher wants you to know.
What your child's teacher wants you to know
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Parents place a lot of faith in the educational system when they send their kids off to school each day. But it can be hard to know what's really happening in the classroom. Is the teacher doing their job effectively? How's the child developing in school? Are parents doing the right things at home to help kids learn?
You as a parent might have many questions that the teacher, with their expertise, has the answers to. And then there are also things you have no idea about, but that teachers want you to know.
What are they? In this gallery, check out what your child's teacher wants you to know.