DEVELOP A STRONG RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR CHILD'S TEACHER

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The best way to support your child is to develop a partnership with the teacher, administrators, and other staff who educate your child. The National Center for Learning Disabilities offers some tips on "Building and Maintaining a Strong Relationship with Your Child's Teacher." For example:

+ Before the school year starts, tell the teachers and staff members how much you are looking forward to working with them.
+ Let the administration know how much you appreciate the child's teacher. Speak to the principal or vice principal or send a letter to one of the administrators (with a copy to the teacher).
+ Send cards for special events in the teacher's life such as birthdays or the birth of a child or grandchild.