Assessing School-Family Communication -- Promoting Prevention Through School-Community Partnerships

Assessing School-Family Communication

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Educators use a variety of communication tools to facilitate regular, two-way interaction.
Parents and educators discuss student interests and strengths.
School provides clear information regarding expectations, activities, and services.
School provides clear information on reforms, policies, discipline procedures, assessment tools, and goals.
Educators hold conferences with parents and caregivers that accommodate varied schedules, language barriers, and child care needs.
When concerns arise, school promotes immediate contact between educators and families.
Educators distribute student work for parental review on a regular basis.
School translates communications to assist non-English-speaking families.
Educators communicate with parents and caregivers regarding positive student behavior and achievement, not just misbehavior or failure.
Parents and caregivers have opportunities to communicate with principals and other administrative staff.
School holds informal activities and formal events at which families, staff, and community members can interact.
School provides staff development regarding effective communication techniques and the importance of regular two-way communication between schools and families.