"The most important thing I've learned about working with my school administrators in the past term/year is . . ."
I think the most important thing that I have learned is to keep them informed of what you are doing within your program. It is important to expose them to what your children are learning and creating. By doing this, they are able to see all of the hard work that you put in to your teaching. They see why your program adds to the things offered at your school. I always try to invite administrators down to my room when my students are doing something neat (such as mock trials). They do not always come, but they do sometimes and it allows them to see some of the wonderful things going on in my room. It is a way to "advertise" for your program and build a good program reputation.
Hi Christina,
ReplyDeleteI agree. I've enjoyed letting administrators know what was happening in my classroom. They seem to enjoy being informed and knowing what the kids are doing. I think it helps them keep in touch with the students. It also helps them understand our programs better. It's also good when they roam the halls and make surprise visits to the classroom. It tells the kids that they are in support of the teachers.