Sustaining: Clear, concise, regular and reliable communication is accomplished by using common language, active listening, and timely contacts. Teachers and other staff members communicate a positive attitude of respect and clarity of purpose. Communication focuses upon setting, reviewing and achieving academic, school and social goals. Communication activities are characterized by a responsiveness to the needs of others and facilitate a respectful open minded caring attitude.
 
 

Developing: Clear, concise, regular and reliable communication is accomplished by using common language, active listening, and timely contacts. Teachers and other staff members communicate a positive attitude of respect. Communication focuses upon setting, reviewing and achieving academic and social goals. Communication activities are characterized by a responsiveness to the needs of others and facilitate a respectful open minded caring attitude.
 
 
 
 

Beginning: Clear, concise and reliable communication is accomplished by using common language, active listening, and timely contacts. Teachers and other staff members communicate a positive attitude of respect. Communication focuses upon setting, reviewing and achieving academic goals. Communication activities are characterized by a responsiveness to the needs of others and facilitate a respectful open minded caring attitude.
 
 

Entry: Clear and concise communication is accomplished by using common language, active listening, and timely contacts. Teachers and other staff members communicate a positive attitude of respect and clarity of purpose. Communication focuses upon setting, reviewing and achieving social goals. Communication activities facilitate a respectful open minded caring attitude.
 
 
 
 

KEY QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION

• Do I communicate with parents on a regular and consistent basis?
• Is my communication reliable?
• Do I practice active listening with students and parents?
• Is my communication clear and concise?
• Am I being responsive to parent feedback?
• Is the purpose of my communication clear?
• When I communicate do I consider: newsletters, conferences, surveys, student reflection, home visits, work folders, personal notes, phone calls, classroom web pages?