Communicating+With+Families

Domain 4 C. Communicating with Families - Copies of Emails

There are several ways that I communicate with families. I keep the library page current so that parents know what their children are doing in the library. In addition parents drop by or send me emails about a lost book or about how much their child loves the library. I also have a few dedicated parent volunteers. I believe a large part of my communicating comes from two sources. First, I am outside in the bus line every morning. It is here that I often meet parents as they walk or drop their child off at school. I’ve had many wonderful conversations with parents at the main entrance to our school. I am also outside doing car line in the afternoon. I am able to come in contact with parents, grandparents and guardians here as well.

In addition, I am a member of the Springfield Township Community. I run into children and their parents quite frequently. I see them at the Acme, the farmers market, in my neighborhood riding bikes and at baseball games. I see them at Esposito’s,at Church, at the Fairlane Diner and even at the nail salon. Children are always happy to say hi and it is fun for me to introduce myself and have a conversation with parents.

The following is an email from a parent.

// Good Morning Nora, //  // Just wanted to share with you that the highlight of Ryleigh's day was the story you read to her class about the man who invented the pretzel. She was equally excited that you pretzels with her class. Her love for books and reading has really grown this year, thank you! I have attached two photos from color day for you:) //  // Have a peaceful day, //   // Cathleen //