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  Gaining and maintaining support from parents is a strategy most teachers actively ascribe to, and the Assertive Discipline model of behaviour modification outlines some simple guidelines to make that happen.

For a classroom to run effectively, it is necessary for parents to understand your goals as a teacher and are supportive of your academic, behavioural and homework plans. To make this happen, parents should be provided with a copy of your discipline plan along with a letter that explains why a classroom discipline plan is important, at the very start of the school year.

Further to this, a welcoming Parent Information Night can provide a forum for parent discussion and for questions about your discipline plan and allow you to explain your goals for teaching students responsible classroom behaviour. 

Sharing a positive relationship with parents is important, especially when it comes to disciplining their child and following through on the consequences of your plan. According to Canter (2001), many parents report that the first they hear from teachers is when there is a problem - so consider writing a welcome note at the start of the year, making a phone call to relate something positive about a student, or sending a short note applauding the student’s effort. This will make it much easier to approach the parents about a problem. 

When it does come time to inform parents of their child's behavioural issues, it is imperative to be backed up by accurate and detailed anecdotal records. These records should document the student's behaviour and the steps you have taken to handle them. Actively involving parents in behaviour management gives a teacher extra support while promoting open and honest communication, which helps parents to align themselves with the teacher’s expectations.