Get the new school year off to a great start by learning how to get the conversation flowing about school and how their day was. We have a boat load of questions to ask throughout the school year so you know what is happening in school and within the classroom. Once you hear our suggestions and give it a try, we know you'll get more than just those one word answers.

Teacher Talk 4 Parents: Strengthening The Parent Teacher Connection

Questions To Ask Your Child

It's about that time of year, the first parent-teacher conference of the new school year. Parents, go in prepared and ready! Get all the tips you need right here with Helen and Donna.

Get Ready For Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parents, find out what to expect from 4th and 5th grade. Getting ready for those state testing grades and the pressures that may come with it. Don't miss out on our Teacher Tips 4 Parents!

Test Prep - 4th & 5th Grade

Helen & Donna discuss concepts that students will learn in 2nd and 3rd grade.

Back To School - 2nd & 3rd Grade

Helen and Donna share everything parents should know and expect during first grade.

Episode 8

It's back to school time! Helen & Donna discuss ways you can prepare your kindergartener for the first day of school.

Back To School - Kindergarten

Helen & Donna talk about board games, puzzles, Monopoly and how indoor games help your child in and out of the classroom.

Indoor Games

Helen & Donna talk about tether ball, running, 4-square and other outdoor games that help elementary school children be their best.

Outdoor Games

Helen and Donna discuss taking your child to the movies.

At The Movies

In episode 1 of Teacher Talk 4 Parents, Helen and Donna give tips for parents to avoid the summer "brain drain". We'll help you make sure your K-5th grader is ready for the beginning of a new school year.

Summer "Brain Drain"

Introducing Helen and Donna... with decades of elementary school teaching experience they are sharing their teacher tips and tidbits to parents on topics like academics, behavior , social skills etc. Let's get on the same page because we both have the same goals.

Teacher Talk 4 Parents Trailer

Teacher Talk Intro

Parents and teachers have the same goal... SUCCESSFUL CHILDREN. Parent-Teacher Conferences twice a year is not enough time to understand how to work together to make sure your child succeeds in school. That's why Teacher Talk 4 Parents is here! With nearly 35 years of experience in NYC public elementary schools between them, Helen & Donna will share tips and tricks to help ensure that parents and teachers are on the same page. Helen & Donna are chock full of information to help your child with academics and all issues concerning K-5th graders.