Parents: Friends or Foes?

by: Sarah Reeves Young and Mike Roberts

This chapter looks at the role that parents play in the life of a new teacher. It highlights back-to-school night, parent-teacher conferences, and how to engage parents as a resource for teaching science. Additionally, tips on how to establish boundaries and create open channels of communication are addressed.

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