Relationships with parents

In order to build relationships with the parents of my students there are many things I try and do. One of these things was addressed in the family communications project, with the sending of an introductory letter. I also try and take any opportunity possible to speak to my student's parents. When there is an event in the classroom that requires parent participation I always talk to them and try to build a rapport that makes them feel comfortable about me being involved in their child's life.
I am very fortunate in the fact that my PPP already has an incredible relationship with her parents, and they all work together to ensure the students are always put at an advantage. For me this is an extremely important part of teaching, I want the parents to trust me. Without trust I can not effectively show them that I do want what is best for their student. One specific time I can think of where I communicated with parents happened when we received a new student. My teacher introduced me to them and I was able to explain exactly what my role was in the classroom. A few weeks later my teacher was absent, that morning when the parents dropped off the student I was able to speak to them and express how much progress this student has made in just the 2 weeks he had been in the class. Another example I can think of is during a parent/teacher conference I attended. Although my teacher was the one who spoke throughout the duration of the meeting, I was able to speak about my personal experience with the student and what a joy she is to work with. Overall I would say that my communication skills with parents is one that is developing very well under the guidance of Ms. Maloney.