Principals: Partnering with Parents/Guardians

Parents’ attitudes towards school are very important to their student’s success. That’s why principals should view parents and guardians as equal partners in their child’s education. This is especially true for parents of students with disabilities. This course is designed to help principals partner with parents and guardians to establish a positive, collaborative culture that meets the needs of teachers, parents and students. Topics covered include how to navigate the family dynamic, ways to cultivate familial relationships, how schools can reflect multicultural values, strategies for principals to partner with parents, and ways to build positive relationships among stakeholders.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

U.S. National

This version is designed for K-12 principals.

Duration: 33 minutes

Language: EN

David F. Bateman, PhD

Author

David F. Bateman, PhD, is a professor at Shippensburg University where he teaches courses on special education law, assessment and facilitating inclusion. He’s a former due process hearing officer for Pennsylvania, and he uses his knowledge of litigation relating to special education to assist school districts in providing appropriate supports for students with disabilities. He has been a classroom teacher of students with learning disabilities, behavior disorders, intellectual disability and hearing impairments, and has recently co-authored the following books: A Principal’s Guide to Special Education, A Teacher’s Guide to Special Education, Charting the Course: Special Education in Charter Schools, and Current Trends and Legal Issues in Special Education.

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