Ask questions
Examples:
- Is my child on grade level at this current time?
- How do I help my child become fluent in the basic math facts?
Communicate your questions and concerns about your child’s progress in math.
Visit the class during math.
Attend Math nights for parents and families.
Ask to see a sample of your child’s work.
If my child needs extra support or wants to learn more about a subject, are there resources to help his or her learning outside the classroom?
Extra support can always be provided through the teacher’s small group instruction during the math workshop.
Stay in touch through a phone call, email or by requesting to meet with your child’s teacher with any concerns.
Ask the teacher questions such as:
- Is this piece of work satisfactory?
- How could it be better?
- Is my child on track?
- How can I help my child improve or excel in this area?
Talking about math with your child lets him/her know that their education is important. Let your child know that you, your child and your child’s teacher are a team, working together so that your child can be successful.