ECE Chapter 8

When distributing classroom newsletters, teachers need to make sure that the newsletter is:

written in the language of the families in the class

Partnership between families and teacher are a relatively new concept that began with the Head Start program, which required parent involvement in the 1960s.

false

The key to a successful separation process at school is having the caregiver leave the child as quickly as possible.

false

What tool is perhaps most effective in making families feel wanted and welcome at the school?

family place

How often does actual parent/family education occur?

frequently

Which question would most effectively begin a successful conference?

"how is that new bedtime schedule working out?"

Over the past three months, Kia's grades have dropped dramatically. When speaking to her mother, Kia's teacher tries to explain that by knowing more about the family situation, she will be in a better position to support and help the entire family. Kia's teacher will also assure the mother of the _______ of whatever information is shared.

confidentiality

Phone calls, notes, and brief talks are all examples of ________, which are the easiest and most useful lines of communication with families.

informal contacts

A classroom newsletter is important because it:

keeps families informed of key information, provides families with insights into learning, keeps communication flowing

Which element can families provide their school through positive home-school relationships?

knowledge about their child

Which parenting style is most likely to produce children who are dependent on adults, overly demanding, and disobedient?

permissive

To decrease emotionality of the separation process, schools should create _______ for separation.

policies

Some suggestions to make your school family friendly and increase family involvement include:

allowing families to help develop school policies and procedures, giving annual family awards for involvement, providing transportation for families who need it

According to Galinsky, which issue is of most concern during the first two years of parenting?

attachment

When they are working with families from diverse backgrounds, what is one cultural dimension of families for teacher to be aware of?

attitudes towards help

Which parenting style fosters the highest levels of self-esteem, self-reliance, and indepence?

authoritative

Which communication medium is best for keeping families aware of daily activities and curriculum?

classroom website

When working with children who are dual-language learners, teachers must:

collaborate with families to help children learn both languages

One way to create an environment that supports family diversity is to treat all adults who care for the child (e.g., grandparents, guardians, and caregivers) as the child's parents.

true

Home visits from teachers are:

useful in forming relationships

According to Galinsky, when are roles typically renegotiated and redefined?

when children leave home, teenage years

When a family is busy and does not accompany their child to and from school, teachers can include the family in the child's schooling by:

sending home a note

When working with families with diverse structures, teachers must be ______ and pay attention to any _______ they may have.

sensitive; bias

Christine, a new teacher, has scheduled her first parent/family-teacher conference. Who should she ask to sit in on the conference?

teacher mentor

A teacher's role extends beyond the child to include supporting and encouraging the family.

true