Fostering Strong Teacher-Parent Communication
Through the Science of SEL
This 4-module course equips educators with proven, research-backed strategies to enhance communication with parents and caregivers, fostering stronger partnerships that support students' social-emotional learning (SEL).Â
FORMAT:Â Blended (Self-paced and live lessons)
TIME:Â 4 hours
CREDIT:Â 4 hours
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Fostering Strong Teacher-Parent CommunicationÂ
Instructors: Jenny Barrett and Dr. Anne Townsend
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Description: When conversations with parents feel tough, the stakes are high—and the right approach can make all the difference. This course gives educators a fresh, SEL-informed framework for building trust, reducing stress, and creating more collaborative partnerships with families.
Explore how to shift tense conversations into opportunities for connection. You’ll walk away with a set of strategies, templates, and feedback to help you write messages that land—and start conversations that lead to real progress.
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What You’ll Gain:
- A structure for framing behavior in ways that invite—not shut down—dialogue
- Tools for writing messages that are clear, actionable, and grounded in empathy
- A deeper understanding of how stress and perspective-taking shape communication
- Personalized guidance to improve your own communication style
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This Course Includes
Each of the 4 modules features self-paced components to learn the skill or concept, along with 1-hour live sessions (in-person or online) to practice and receive feedback.
Self-paced components include:
- Short, digestible mini-lessons to watch at your own pace
- Interactive exercises to practice and apply new skills
- Tip sheets focused on specific communication strategies
- Teacher resources, including videos and articles
- Ready-to-use email templates for effective communication with parents
- Reflection prompts and opportunities for feedback
- Personalized feedback on your own email drafts and communication
Requirements:
- Prerequisite: Building Social-Emotional ResilienceÂ
- A working computer with internet access
- An open mind and receptive mindset
Recommended For:
- Teachers, educators, and caregivers of children under age 8
- Both early-career and seasoned educators
