One of the things that makes Duveneck special is that parents and teachers share the goal of creating a wonderful and supportive school experience. Our school climate is created in part by the cumulative effect of the many interactions between children, parents and teachers. Just as we want our children to treat each other kindly, we encourage parents and teachers at Duveneck to strive for an atmosphere of consideration and respect.

In order to achieve the most effective communication among parents, teachers and the principal, the School Site Council has drafted The Duveneck Partnership. The Partnership encourages us all to focus on the many goals we share and provides ideas and guidelines for parent - teacher interactions. Although the specifics may change depending on the situation, the following basic principles characterize the Duveneck Partnership.

Assumption of Good Intentions
Parents and teachers all care about children. Our shared goals form the basis of the Partnership.

Building Positive Relationships
Showing appreciation when things are going well will go a long way towards creating good will between parents and teachers.

Respectful Communication
Being respectful of time, feelings and privacy in all of our interactions can lead to better communication.

Effective Problem Solving
Productive resolution of problems is possible when we focus on the child, share ideas and feelings only with those directly involved, and remain focused, respectful and honest.

Modeling Successful Strategies
Parents and teachers who work together successfully can act as role models for others.

Read more:
Goals of the Duveneck Partnership
Ideas and Strategies for Parents

For more information about the Duveneck Partnership, or if you have a successful experience you'd like to share contact Megan O'Reilly-Lewis or Dana Tom.

The School Site Council wrote this in the 2002-2003 school year.