How to partner with parents
Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Find on Your Podcast Player
In this episode, I speak with Christina Hidek, an expert in parent engagement, about the vital role of parent communities in schools. We explore the numerous benefits of empowered parent groups and how schools can build strong, collaborative relationships with parents.
Episode Highlights
The wide-ranging benefits of engaged parent communities for schools, students, and parents.
Uncovering hidden parent talents and skills to enrich the school community.
Moving beyond traditional parent involvement like bake sales to more strategic partnerships.
Real-world examples of how parents have helped schools solve critical challenges.
Strategies for overcoming barriers and adversarial relationships between schools and parents.
The importance of open communication and mutual goal-setting.
How to effectively support and empower parent groups.
The school leader's role in fostering positive parent-teacher relationships.
Key Takeaways
Engaged parent communities are invaluable assets to schools.
Schools should actively seek to understand and utilise the diverse skills and talents within their parent community.
Open communication and collaboration are essential for building strong parent-school partnerships.
School leaders play a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive relationship with parent communities.
Links Mentioned
Christina's Facebook Community: Superstar PTO Leaders Group
Episode Partner
The International Curriculum Association: Learn more
Thank you for tuning in, and as always, if you found this episode useful, please share your experience. You can find me online on LinkedIn and Bluesky. My email address is shane@shaneleaning.com.
