By Matt Gomez

Retrieved July 27, 2013

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Dear Parents… The Message I Send Home Prior To the First Day

I sent the following information to the parents in my classroom before the first day of school last year and I feel it was a great way to open our school year. I might add something new to this but for now I am sticking with the original message…

- I am as nervous or maybe even more nervous than you (and your child) on the first day of school. I want everything to go perfect and will do my best to make that happen.

- I don’t take your trust for granted. I understand that each student is someone’s baby.

- Relationships are key. I will work hard to build our relationship.

- Communication is crucial for us to be able to build relationships. I will do everything I can to keep you informed about what is happening at school. You will have my email and cell number and I want you to contact me when you have questions or concerns.

- I appreciate parents that advocate for their child. As long as we both listen to each other I know we can work to overcome any situation or issue.

- I want your child to succeed.

- We will have fun

- It may take me a few weeks to get to know each child socially, emotionally and academically. Please be patient with me. I will focus on getting to know your child’s social and emotional needs before worrying about academics. The learning will happen but not before the relationships are built.

- I don’t believe in traditional homework. Most days I suggest playing outside as homework because play is a child’s work. Read to (or with) your child every day. That is the only academics I suggest on a daily basis.

- I love my job.

- My philosophy : Kindergarten is a social year that should be full of play that promotes learning.

What message do you send to your parents or what do you plan to send this year?

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