If we want to serve students, listening to their parents is paramount. Establishing two way communication between educators and parents in schools is one of the biggest challenges—but also one of the most important components—of parent involvement (Epstein, 1997). Parents know their children and their children's circumstances far better than we can ever hope to.
The following topics will be covered in the next few web pages.
Listening and Learning from Irate Parents
Listening and Learning under Normal Circumstances
Using a Survey to "Listen" and Learn from Parents
Working with Parents...an Elementary Principal's Perspective
