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AVReading Newsletter March

At your wits end?  Not sure how to handle the growing number of students who are not handing in work, misbehaving, or just simply not showing up?  I know the feeling.  Working with a higher percentage of students who struggle with reading (and by default school), I have to employ as many tools in my toolbox as possible. One of the most important, is the call.  As a teacher, I have to admit that I’ve always shied away from “the call.”  They are time consuming, they usually communicate bad news, and they require a live conversation (which can be unpredictable at times).  However, despite my reservations, I have found it to be one of the most useful tools in my toolbox.  And when talking about creating more culturally proficient environments and practices that promote equity, I believe practices like the call are especially important in building school-to-home relationships.   Now I am going to preface this newsletter with the...