Building Relationships with Families by Amneris Narvaez https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h How do you create a welcoming tone with families? What strategies do you use to build family relationships? en-us 2022-04-18 20:09:47 UTC 2025-05-28 22:13:17 UTC hello@padlet.com Building relationships https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198826 Building effective and genuine relationships with family via zooms,calls, emails meetings ]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198826 Leadership Accountability when having conversations with families. =) https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198865 2022-04-27 23:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198865 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198877 Our outcomes/success are largely impacted by how well we engage and build relationships with families. ]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:36 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198877 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198900 Ensure there are alternative ways to relay expectations to parents/guardians ]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198900 Positive phone calls home https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198910 2022-04-27 23:18:39 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161198910 Asking the family what works best for them. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199081 2022-04-27 23:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199081 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199105 Be mindful of the way you are interacting with parents, you do not want to attack their parenting styles- you are there alongside them on the journey

]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199105 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199106 The importance of building the partnership relationship early]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199106 Communicate! https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199115 I ask questions and then follow up. I check back in with them about things outside of the school like the new home, the baby sister going to Pre-K. I show a genuine interest in getting to know more about them.]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199115 making sure to contact parents constantly https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199149 2022-04-27 23:18:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199149 The importance of having positive interactions and build rapport with students. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199151 2022-04-27 23:18:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199151 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199152 expressing love, care, and joy]]> 2022-04-27 23:18:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199152 After having a hard conversation with a parent, follow up with them and thank for support. When the opportunity arises to give a positive communication home to help build a positive relationship. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199190 2022-04-27 23:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199190 Our School Community https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199205 2022-04-27 23:19:01 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199205 Email beginning of the year https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199217 2022-04-27 23:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199217 Insight https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199268 Looking at it from the parent perspective helps us realize how impactful our words can be on relationship building. ]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:05 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199268 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199276 Ask for the parents help and advice in addressing the issue with their child.]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199276 Making a connection with a common investment and showing that you are there for families is paramount to your success as an educator. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199315 2022-04-27 23:19:09 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199315 Consistent Conversation dhopson1 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199337 2022-04-27 23:19:11 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199337 reach out and open the lines of communication at the start https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199353 2022-04-27 23:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199353 Sustaining positive communication with parents and families from the beginning so that they do not feel defensive. denanunez https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199369 2022-04-27 23:19:13 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199369 Communicate, communicate, communicate! sgoetz12 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199385 2022-04-27 23:19:14 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199385 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199397 communicate early and often!]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199397 talk to them everyday https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199411 2022-04-27 23:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199411 It's better to have a parent partner with you in servicing their student's educational needs, rather than have that parent involved as an enemy to their success! https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199432 2022-04-27 23:19:19 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199432 Welcoming. Listening to concerns of parents https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199447 2022-04-27 23:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199447 It is key to be considerate of what works for the families. Knowing the community that you serve is important. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199465 2022-04-27 23:19:23 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199465 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199548 early, consistent, and proactive communication]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199548 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199571 Their child is the most important thing in their lives and we need to remember that.]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:31 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199571 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199588 Be genuine. Be authentic. Make time to talk with them and balance their child's growth areas with observed strengths. ]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199588 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199602 Our discussion reinforced that you must collaborate with parents and really build a strong relationship/foundation in order to support students. Early connections and frequent communication

]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:34 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199602 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199617 communicate with families in their preferred format

]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199617 Relationships with Families https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199620 Relationships are strengthened by constant communication that should be mostly positive.]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199620 Family and Leader rapport https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199641 2022-04-27 23:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199641 Families need to be an important part of the process and the school community https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199648 2022-04-27 23:19:38 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199648 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199679 Positive phone calls but also balancing it so that we don't overwhelm families ]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199679 Follow Up https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199697 When we call or reach out to families, we should always start with a positive antidote. Additionally, we should do an immediate follow up with families when we see positive change in behavior of our student. ]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:42 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199697 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199711 2022-04-27 23:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199711 Building relationships https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199715 Not necessarily new, but rather a reinforcement of the importance of consistent communication and building positive relationships with the family!

]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199715 Home visit! https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199728 Get to know your students and where they are coming from (families, country, culture, language)



]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:44 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199728 Invite them to be part of the school community like fieldtrips https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199748 2022-04-27 23:19:46 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199748 I introduce my self before classes start in order to establish a connection before school starts. I schedule times a month to connect with parents and share positive and growth feedback https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199770 2022-04-27 23:19:47 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199770 Building Relationships https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199774 Send positive texts home throughout the year to celebrate students!]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:47 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199774 Free Food Never Fails https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199792 Telling them positive things about their children and giving them free food at events. ]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:49 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199792 Being aware of culture https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199836 Making sure to take time to get to know the families on a personal level]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199836 Differentiation https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199860 The avenue of how we build open communication with each family should be individualized as they all have different needs.

]]> 2022-04-27 23:19:54 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199860 build relationships by getting to know who my students and families are and invest in their values as well as their beliefs. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199997 2022-04-27 23:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161199997 Connection Building https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200005 Each week, I pick 2 parents to text a positive message to about their scholar and something amazing they did that week. It makes the parents feel so happy and the responsiveness I get from families has increased.]]> 2022-04-27 23:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200005 5:1 ratio for the emotional bank, 5 positives to offset 1 negative statement denanunez https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200024 2022-04-27 23:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200024 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200092 2022-04-27 23:20:13 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200092 Communication is key https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200256 Clear and active communication from all parties is essential.]]> 2022-04-27 23:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200256 Ask them to volunteer! https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200337 2022-04-27 23:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200337 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200370 being proactive rather than reactive]]> 2022-04-27 23:20:36 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200370 Example versus non-example https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200380 If you know you haven't engaged, take the time to share the love and build collaboration-then discuss protocols, and always allow grace!]]> 2022-04-27 23:20:36 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200380 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200449 2022-04-27 23:20:42 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200449 Communicate in the language of preference denanunez https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200481 2022-04-27 23:20:45 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200481 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200583 making sure you connect with parents/guardians as much as possible and build those relationships :)]]> 2022-04-27 23:20:53 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200583 Collaboration with Parents https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200683 I choose 20 students weekly whose parents I will contact to update on positive progress and show support. I do this to engage parents and ensure they know I want to have conversations other than those negative ones about lack of progress.]]> 2022-04-27 23:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200683 Addendum https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200720 Also, having a relationship with the family helps you to better support your students, as you have a broadened view of their experiences.]]> 2022-04-27 23:21:04 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200720 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200730 2022-04-27 23:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200730 To have an effective rapport with our families, it is essential that we don't only reach out about negative incidents. We need to establish dialogue that includes the positive as well. This can be difficult to do for all students given time constraints and the number of students we serve. Working in teaching teams to relay regular and balanced communication can be helpful towards this end. Additionally, it is important to be mindful about the students that can struggle the most with their behavior and how this can wear down the relationship with families if only the negative is communicated. For these students in particular it is essential that we are intentional about relaying the positive. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200829 2022-04-27 23:21:13 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200829 Get to know my families on a personal level https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200873 2022-04-27 23:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200873 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200888 By finding things that connects us 

]]> 2022-04-27 23:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200888 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200895 2022-04-27 23:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161200895 3 Levels of family engagement: denanunez https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201100 passive listeners
active listeners
decision makers]]> 2022-04-27 23:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201100 One time we had families fill out a questionnaire to get to know the family and child better in the beginning of the school year https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201452 2022-04-27 23:21:57 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201452 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201530 2022-04-27 23:21:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201530 Creating learning spaces where we can affirm our families and community identities https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201544 2022-04-27 23:21:59 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161201544 Asking families what they need and what works best for them. https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161202236 2022-04-27 23:22:36 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161202236 “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161202396 2022-04-27 23:22:49 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161202396 https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161203822 2022-04-27 23:24:39 UTC https://padlet.com/anarvaez20/sop77i0n2pxmxp9h/wish/2161203822