30 August, 2024

Parents as Partners in Education – NISC Community Building

By Donita Bell
PYP Co-ordinator/Assistant Principal

The importance of home-school partnerships have long been documented as having positive impact on student wholistic development, wellbeing and life-long learning. Research shows that the role of the relationship between Parents and Educators creates the conditions conducive to student success.

'No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the children's best interests' - Dorothy Cohen

At the end of a week of connection and bond-forming meetings with families in the Primary ‘Hopes and Dreams’ and Advisory Teacher meetings in Secondary, the NISC staff have been grateful for the opportunity to work with our parent and carer community.

Parents working with teachers is crucial for a child's wellbeing and success for several reasons:

Consistency in Learning: When parents and teachers collaborate, they can ensure that the educational goals and strategies used at school are reinforced at home. This consistency helps children understand and retain information better.
Holistic Support: Teachers have insights into a child's academic and social development, while parents understand their child's behavior and needs at home. By sharing this information, they can address issues more effectively and support the child’s overall growth.
Early Identification of Issues: Collaboration allows teachers to understand and acknowledge academic or behavioral issues. When parents and teachers communicate regularly, they can identify problems sooner and work together to address them, potentially preventing more serious issues later on.
Enhanced Motivation and Engagement: Children are more likely to be motivated and engaged in their education when they see that their parents and teachers are working together. This united front can encourage a positive attitude toward school and learning.
Individualized Support: Every child has unique needs and learning styles. Parents and teachers can work together to plan support strategies that take into account child’s specific needs, ensuring that they receive the most effective guidance and encouragement.
Building a Supportive Environment: When parents and teachers collaborate, they create a more supportive environment for the child, where they feel understood and valued. This can positively impact student self-esteem and overall emotional wellbeing.
Stronger Home-School Connection: Effective communication between home and school fosters a stronger connection, making it easier to address any concerns or celebrate achievements. This partnership helps build a supportive network around the child.

A strong partnership between parents and teachers creates a cohesive support system that significantly enhances a child's educational experience and personal development.

At Northbridge, we continue to promote the home-school relationship through Seesaw, Three-Way Conferences, Student-Led Conferences and Celebrations of Learning with an open-door policy for communication and collaboration. We want all NISC community know that they are an essential element in every students’ learning journey. We look forward to the academic 2024-2025 school year walking beside you and your children.

'At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child’s success is the positive involvement of parents' - Jane D Hull

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