If you haven't given a praise call in a while, how about rekindling that old flame?
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Praise Calls-Strengthening the Home School Connection One Call at a Time
The positive call home is nothing new, yet seems to be something that falls on the bottom of our (teachers) priority list when factoring in the kajillion other things to grade, people to meet with, and lessons to plan. This year, my team and I felt that we needed to up the ante on positivity. We decided that we would call home to every student in the fourth grade and share some positive things their child has been doing, or qualities we really admire in that student. Our goal is to call 3 parents per week, which would mean parents would receive at the very least 3 praise calls throughout the year. We're starting our goal low, and will continue to build. I'm insanely busy, especially during this back to school time, but I know I can do three calls! This weekend I was at Hobby Lobby and found the cutest little notebook that I envisioned using for my praise calls:
Very nice positive idea! I was wondering if you had any idea when "Part 2 Anchor Charts for Common Core" might be out? I purchased your Interactive Reader's notebook and am LOVING it!!! I am starting my first unit with informational though :(. Can't wait! Thanks for sharing your fantastic ideas with us!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love this idea! How great that the children not only receive praise but you also give praise to the parent and reassurance that they are doing well in raising our youth! I will be sure to share this idea with others in my field.
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