Today I received a note from a parent whose neurodivergent son had a difficult time in school last year. The father was so excited that his son’s special education teacher reached out to introduce herself before the new school year began.
The teacher wanted to build a positive relationship with the student and their family, and that contact meant so much to them.It took me back to my time as a teacher.
As soon as I got my class list, I arranged to go to the parents’ homes to introduce myself and to relieve anxiety for the child who was nervous about returning to school and working with a new teacher.
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