What are committees in your school or district and how do they give input on the school climate or activities?

What are some strategies you’ve used to build positive relationships with school personnel?

Establishing professional relationships is a cornerstone of the teaching profession. While we all aim to build positive relationships, there are always challenging situations.

Building positive relationships requires understanding of diverse cultures, various personality styles, and different perspectives. It also requires the ability to effectively communicate and function in a political educational environment. Finally, it requires always treating students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and other school personnel with respect.

What are some do’s and don’ts for emailing parents, colleagues, and administrators?

Does your school or district plan an open house prior to the first day of school, on the night of the first day of school, or sometime afterwards?

What advice do you have on building a good relationship with my administration? How often should a newer teacher be communicating with them? About what?