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DEALING WITH DIVORCE
BLENDED FAMILIES
OPEN HOUSE
Special SituationsInvolving Families
© Kappa Delta Pi 2014
Questions to Ponder
What special challenges do childrenof divorce face?
What special challenges do divorced parents face?
What can you do to support familiesof divorce?
What special challenges do blended families face?
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Children of Divorce
Extend students consideration,but don’t let them use thedivorce as an “excuse” forinappropriate behavior.
Be available to listen.Consider using books (bibliotherapy) to
help students address their feelings.Encourage counseling as appropriate.Do not use the term “broken family.”
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Blended Families
All families deserve your respect, care,and consideration:
Be careful not to make judgments about their personal circumstances.
Respect all confidentialinformation shared with you(no gossiping!).
Avoid taking sides/playingfavorites with either parent.
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Blended Families
Make every effort to communicate with both sets of parents as appropriate.
Be sure to use correct names for blended family members.
Work cooperatively to help students navigate the challenges of living outof two homes.
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Questions to Ponder
What are your desired goals for theOpen House experience?
How do you want the students’ parentsto feel about you and your classroom?
What are the key messages you wantto communicate?
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Planning an Open House Event
Watch this parents’ meeting video:www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jr4vee4d-6c
What kind of impression did this teacher make on the parents?
What was unique about this presentation?
What do you think the parents learnedfrom the presentation?
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Suggestions: Memorable Open House Event
Help the parents learn about you.
Share an overview of these components:
Curriculum Discipline policy, expectations Special events Special instructional materials Specific ways family members can help
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Open House Final Tips
Display student work. Display instructional resources. Prepare a clean and organized
classroom. Greet parents warmly. Avoid “conferences”
about student progress.Open house is not thetime or place.
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