- Be positive. Start the conversation with a compliment, and reframe the problem to make it easier to talk about solving it.
- Ask questions. Be specific (such as, "Does Matthew seem to behave worse in the mornings or in the afternoons?") and focus the discussion toward solutions.
- Use reflective listening. Repeat part of what the other person has said in your response.
- Stay on topic. Talk about your child, specific problems, and how they might be addressed.
- Work toward a solution. Compromise, and offer suggestions that everyone can live with.
5 Keys for Improving Parent-School Communication
How to communicate better with your child's school.
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