| Create a welcoming, supportive environment: |
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| You're welcome! Did you also get my list of the topics we'll be discussing? Would you like some jello? | |
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| Have a file folder at meetings with student's work and appropriate forms so the parent will not feel at an informational disadvantage: |
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| Wow, thanks so much! This paperwork really helps me understand what we're working on! | |
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| No problem! Do you see Joseph's reading goal we're talking about on page four? | |
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| Maximize opportunities for families to make the best informed decisions: |
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| Here are some alternative classes. I also want you to look at this social skills training. Then we can discuss how these options affect Billy's future. | |
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| Thank you so much for all the information! I really feel involved in this decision about Billy now. We are all working together for the best decision! | |
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