Communication

 

Effective communication between educators and families is important for supporting your child’s learning journey. Seesaw, a versatile platform for student engagement, provides an excellent medium for facilitating this communication. Here is a comprehensive plan for engaging in regular, two-way communication with you using Seesaw: 

 

 

Setting Up the Seesaw Platform

  1. Join the Classroom: You will receive an invitation to join your child’s class on Seesaw. This will allow you to stay connected to what’s happening in the classroom.

  2. Personalized Invitations: Expect personalized invitations that explain the benefits of using Seesaw for your child’s learning and how you can get involved.

  3. Tutorials Available: We will provide brief tutorials or guides on how to use Seesaw. These can be videos or step-by-step documents to help you navigate the platform.

 

Establishing Regular Communication

 

  1. Weekly Updates: Look out for weekly updates summarizing what the class has been working on. These updates may include highlights, photos, and any upcoming events or assignments.

  2. Student Work Sharing: Your child will be encouraged to post their work regularly. This allows you to see their progress and engage in conversations about their learning.

  3. Feedback Loop: You can comment on your child’s work and ask questions. We will respond to these comments to create a dialogue.

 

 

Encouraging Two-Way Interaction

 

 

  1. Interactive Posts: Engage with posts that invite your participation, such as polls, questions, or requests for feedback on class activities.

  2. Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences: We will schedule virtual meetings through Seesaw to discuss your child’s progress in more detail and address any concerns or questions you may have.

  3. Open Q&A Sessions: Join regular Q&A sessions where you can ask questions and receive immediate answers. This can be done via live chat or video calls.

 

 

Supporting Diverse Needs

 

 

  1. Language Options: We use the translation feature in Seesaw to communicate with non-English speaking families, ensuring everyone has access to important information.

  2. Accessibility Features: We ensure all materials are accessible to parents with differing needs, providing alternative formats as necessary.

 

 

Monitoring and Feedback

 

 

  1. Provide Feedback: Periodically, you’ll be asked to complete surveys to share feedback on the effectiveness of communication through Seesaw and suggest areas for improvement.

  2. Engagement Tracking: We will monitor engagement levels by tracking interaction with posts and participation in virtual events.

 

 

By implementing this plan, we aim to foster a collaborative environment that empowers you and enhances your child’s educational experience. Seesaw serves as a bridge, connecting the classroom to your home, ensuring that communication is consistent, inclusive, and impactful.