Dec. 24, 2020
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When it comes to helping children in your learning program achieve academic success, strong partnerships are incredibly important. And there’s no partnership more valuable than the one you build with families — but you may have to make the first move!
According to studies from Understood, UnidosUS, and the National Parent Teacher Association, more than 40 percent of parents don’t believe they understand how well their child is achieving academically, but more importantly, they aren’t sure how to start a conversation with their child’s teacher about the challenges their child may face.
Families should always be a part of the school community and receive regular communication that encourages partnership. Luckily, by sharing data with parents, educators can build strong partnerships with families and help them feel more included, connected, and empowered.
Here are a few tips to share data effectively with families and build strong partnerships:
If you’re using Ignite by Hatch, it’s easy for families to access data about their child’s progress, learning milestones, and achievements through Ignite’s parent portal. Families will also have access to Family Connections, which are standards-based experiences designed specifically for families to use at home with children.
To learn more about how to effectively share data with families and build even stronger partnerships, check out our webinar, “Sharing Data with Families.”
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