If you are a parent that the teachers like, and are friendly with. Please tell me your secret.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a teacher, I really don't understand this thread. I expect parents to parent - to review homework, to check out grades on line, to model respect (and self-respect), to trust that I am a professional, and to treat me as one when I call regarding an issue.

Furthermore, I don't want you to make excuses for your child, as I doubt he's "directionally impaired," thus making it difficult to arrive to my class on time. (nope - not in his IEP either) Oh - and I'm sorry that I cannot excuse your daughter from homework b/c you've decided that the family vacation must take place in September.

So just be a responsible parent! That's all I ask. It's simple - no brown nosing necessary!

Amazing you were able to turn this thread so negative. Shame on you pp.

I don't agree-this thread is just stupid. If you have to ask, chances are you will be annoying no matter what you do or don't do. Seriously, just monitor your child-be aware of what is going on in their life! It is that easy, if you see an issue that troubles you, just ask the teacher. I make sure my kids eat a good breakfast, get to school on time, do their work, if a teacher needs something, an email or note goes out and I comply to the best of my ability. Easy.

[Anonymous]

I have to ask the OP, why do you want to get on the teaxher's good side? It is not going to change your child's grade or treatment in my classroom. Whether a parent is nice or an ass-hat, does not change how I grade or treat a student.