http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/45841.aspxMon, 17 Aug 2009 16:40:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45841mars2boysWhen your parents come to your classroom for open house, it is important to give them as much information as possible, given a short period of time. A welcome packet is a great opportunity to pass along what t hey need to know, in a format that becomes a reference for them throughout the year. What to Include in Your Welcome Packet As you prepare f...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/media/p/45643.aspxSat, 15 Aug 2009 14:51:44 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45643mars2boysA sample daily schedule that can be included in a welcome packet given at open house.http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/media/p/45641.aspxSat, 15 Aug 2009 14:52:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:45641mars2boysWhen sending home an information packet at the beginning of the school year, include this form in the back of the packet and require that parents sign and return it to school. This provides you with proof that parents have all received and read all of the rules and procedures that are part of your classroom.http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/4252.aspxTue, 19 May 2009 00:48:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4252khayden5An open house can be counted a success when parents, teachers and students walk away smiling. However, there are many pitfalls in staging an open house. Here are some tips to avoid the typical problems and to have a great open house. Problems & Solutions for Middle School Open Houses At most middle schools, parents and students wander into a te...