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Open House & Back to School Info for Preschool & Kindergarten Parents

Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten Parent Orientation and Open House resources.

Open House PowerPoint Template for Preschool and Kindergarten

A ready made PowerPoint template for your preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten open house event.

Parents of young children – especially first time parents or parents of children who are attending school for the first time, have many questions at the beginning of the year!

Based on my many years of experience as a classroom teacher I created this presentation you can personalize to show to parents at your open house, back-to-school, meet the teacher or parent night event.

Having a prepared presentation will help make the beginning of the year less stressful for you, your students, and their parents.

What To Tell Parents At The Back To School Open House

This template is only offered in PowerPoint format so you can personalize the slides to meet your needs; the template contains 29 slide templates with text headings PLUS 4 blank template pages without headings.

You can also duplicate the blank templates so you can have as many as you like.

Reorder the slides to meet your needs and delete the those you don’t need. Insert text boxes and type your own text to personalize the presentation for your classroom.

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3 Secrets to the Best Elementary Open House Ever!

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Can I be real here? Seeing Open House on the calendar brought on a huge wave of anxiety for at least the first 5 years of my teaching career. I’m great in a room full of kids, but swap them out for parents and I’m nervous wreck! No more. I’m going to let you in on my 3 secrets to have the best elementary open house ever!

The switch from dread to excitement happened when I started thinking of Open House in the same way I think about teaching a lesson to my class: active engagement, clear delivery, independent work time. Done!

In this post, I’m going to tell you my secret sauce for the best Open House ever! ( And trust me, they are such easy ideas that will completely transform your Open House!) Plus, I’ll hook you up with some epic FREEBIES to make your Open House a breeze!!

Secret #1: Open House Stations for Parents

Parents show up at different times on parent night and there’s always awkward down time before your Open House presentation starts. Give them something to do while you wait for the room to fill up! Stations are an ideal way to get parents actively engaged in your Open House.

Here are the Parent Stations I use, and links to the activities you’ll need the kiddos to prepare beforehand . Stations can be completed in any order:

Parent Playlist – We love playing music in the classroom, if this is something you haven’t tried, add it to your list of “must do’s” this school year! The objective of this station is to collect a playlist created by the parents. Students love hearing “their song” come on and it brings back memories of time spent with their families!

Teacher Prep: Stick an anchor chart/extremely large Post-It note (I LOVE THESE) somewhere in the room and leave a basket of markers. Add your own song or two to get parents going.

Notebook Notes – In this station, parents write a note to their child in one of their notebooks for them to find!

Teacher Prep: Make sure there is a notebook or two at each student’s desk, and something to write with. If you don’t have desks and use individual bins like I did (you can read about my classroom set up HERE ), don’t worry, you’ll see an option for you in the freebie!

Guess Who? – This is SO fun! Parents will have to read clues and guess which mystery student is their child.

Teacher Prep: Print out page 5 of the Open House Freebie and have each student fill it out with 7 facts about themselves. While they’re doing that, snap a photo of each student and send it to your printer (or upload them to a store for printing). Fold construction paper in half, and attach the clues on the outside and the students’ photos on the inside! Hang these in a place where parents can see and interact with them!

Kid Quiz – A classic Open House activity that kiddos and parents love equally!

Teacher Prep: This freebie comes from Rachel Lynette on TpT! Have your students fill out the side that says “My Favorites…” with all of their favorite things. Then, fold the paper in half and leave the blank side facing up. This is the side parents will fill out to see if they “know” their child. I leave this on top of students’ desks when parents walk in so it’s ready for them!

Hopes & Dreams – Start the year off with some positivity and get to know what your parents envision for their children.

Teacher Prep: Put an anchor chart/large sticky note somewhere in the room that is accessible to parents. Leave a basket of pens or markers and a stack of sticky notes .

Secret #2: Collect Important Info

This secret is disguised as a parent station but is really so. much. more!

There are a ton of back to school forms that provide valuable information about our new students that give us insight into their likes/dislikes, learning styles, etc. But that’s just the thing, there are a ton of them, which makes it hard to organize and sift through all the information. That’s why I love a good flipbook. Everything in one place! CLICK HERE to download !

Snack Attack – The objective of this station is to give parents time to complete a flipbook that provides you with important information about their child. (The “snack” part is just a way to get them to sit down and enjoy a snack while they’re working!)

Teacher Prep: To set up this station, print out enough flipbooks for each student in your class and put them on a table, along with some snacks for parents to choose from. Place the station directions nearby and provide pencils for parents to use! **This station will also work if you provide a flipbook or pamphlet of information about yourself! Just choose the station header that correspond s.

Speaking of important info, read about out my all-in-one system for maintaining positive communication with parents and students!

Secret #3: There’s Power in PowerPoint

PowerPoint, Google Slides, Keynote, whatever it is that you use, USE IT! Know what information you need to share with parents, and have it all in one place.

For years I’ve used my First Day and Open House PowerPoint and it has truly made the crazy first weeks of school more manageable and streamlined time after time. I just add my information and tweak it as things change over the years. I never forget what I’m supposed to talk about at Open House, or leave out important info that parents need to know. 👍

P.S.- I use the same resource to teach my students all about myself, our classroom and my expectations during the first week of school. It’s a win-win!

Open House can be fun and exciting for all! Will you be trying out these ideas at your parent night this year? Tell me all about it! Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram and Facebook for more classroom ideas and inspiration!

-Courtney 💕

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Tips for Open House and Back to School Night

By Angela Watson

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Learn how to prepare for a successful Back-to-School Night or Open House!  On this page (which has been excerpted from  The Cornerstone book ) You’ll find tips and tricks for making parents feel welcome, handling small children who attend, and creating an engaging and memorable presentation.

Holding an informative, stress-free event for families

Open House (or Back-To-School Night) can be a source of great stress for teachers who hate speaking in front of a group of adults.  It’s natural to be nervous and concerned about creating a good impression on the families you will have to partner with for an entire school year. One of the most important elements of a successful Open House is letting your personality shine through so that parents can make a real connection with you as a person who cares about their children. The following guidelines will help you feel calm and prepared so that you can let parents see the real you: a person who loves their kids and wants to help them succeed.

Prior to open house: creating a parent letter

It’s helpful to send a letter to families to introduce yourself, provide an overview of the school year, and inform parents of rules and procedures.  If you send these letters out before Open House, you won’t have to go into as much detail in your presentation because parents will have already had a chance to familiarize themselves with how your classroom is run.  You can also use your letter (or a class handbook that you provide in advance) as the basis for your presentation.

What back-to-school night is and isn’t

The purpose of Open House or Back-to-School Night is to provide a time for parents to meet the teacher and review expectations.  It is NOT a time for individual conferences, and you’ll need to make that clear to parents.  Open House is usually held in the early evening and lasts between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on the format that your school uses.  In some schools, the teacher will need to present for as long as 45 minutes; in others, the teachers are lucky to get 15 minutes.  Ask your colleagues what Open House is normally like at your school.

How to organize and prepare for open house

There are several components of the typical Open House.  Some schools have parents go to the cafeteria or auditorium first for a general welcome, then to individual classrooms.  No matter how your school sets it up, you should expect to have families trickling in for a good 30-45 minutes, if not longer: some will be very early, and others will come in when it’s nearly over, especially if they had to visit siblings’ classrooms first.  The younger the children you teach, the higher the priority parents will give to your classroom.  Pre-K and kindergarten classrooms often get the best turnout in the school and parents will visit them before going to their older children’s classrooms.  Some schools have two 30-minute sessions so parents with more than one child can visit multiple teachers without missing a lot of information.

After most people arrive, you will give a short presentation about your class.  However, because of the trickle-in effect, you will need productive activities for your families to do while they wait for you to begin.  Talking with you will not be an option as you attend to a million other things that seem to pop up.  Open House is not always the best time to have parents fill out forms because they are often rushed and distracted.  You can, however, have volunteer sign-up sheets for them and handouts to peruse.

Have a self-running sign-in system that you don’t have to operate yourself.  Right inside my classroom door I have a desk with nametags, a sign-in sheet, and a packet of materials that I will be reviewing that night.  (If you place the desk in the hallway, you won’t be able to ensure that all parents have signed in.)  Some teachers like to offer a small bowl of candy or treats, as well.  My sign-in sheet asks for the parent’s name and the child’s name, as well as a daytime phone number, so that when conferences come, I don’t have to rack my brain wondering, “Did I meet her before?  Didn’t she come to Back-to-School night, or was it dad that came?”  I have introduced myself to the same parent several times, only to have them say, “Yes, I remember…we met at Back-To-School night.”  Whoops!  There will be dozens of people in and out of your room and family situations can be complicated, so it’s very hard to keep track of everyone.  Make notes to yourself in the margin afterwards (woman with red hair, had infant with her, grandma came along, didn’t speak much English, etc.) to help you place the name with the face later on.

Make it clear where parents should sit: normally, at their child’s desk.  Some teachers like to have work samples or other materials out; I have done this in the past and found that papers wind up on the floor or somewhere else they don’t belong in all the hustle and bustle.  Have extra chairs available for families to sit together.  You may want to have all the children sit on the floor in the front or back of the room if space is limited.

Fun ways to make the back-to-school night special

It’s not necessary to create a lot of elaborate things for families to do at Open House.  However, if you’re looking for easy-to-implement, high-interest activities, here are a few ideas:

• Scavenger hunt :  Families can complete this activity while they wait for you to begin the presentation, and/or afterward while they wait to talk to you. One parent sent me an email afterward saying how much she enjoyed it because she had a purpose in walking around the room and knew what she was looking at.  The scavenger hunt can end with the parent at the child’s desk, waiting for you to begin talking.
• How well do you know me? Fun survey :   Parents can complete this at anytime during the evening–it’s waiting for them on the child’s desk.  The kids get to grade it for the parents the next day, which they love!  Note:  Have something enjoyable to do the next day for the kids whose parents couldn’t come so they don’t feel left out while the others read the surveys.
• Shared journal entry:  The kids write on a topic such as “The Hardest Part/Best Part of Being a Kid”.  They then set up the page across from that page with the title, “The Hardest Part/Best Part of Being a Parent”.  The families complete the journal entry at Back-To-School night and children read them in the morning.  (Have another morning warm-up for kids whose parents did not come.)  This is a good activity if you use journals and workbooks a lot: it lets parents see how much work the child is doing in class, even though it may not all come home because it’s not on loose-leaf paper.  Be aware that some parents may not feel comfortable with their own reading or writing skills or may be preoccupied with their young children or the papers you have handed them, and may not take part.  I have had moderate success with this activity in that regard, but the parents who did do the journal entry absolutely raved about it.

What to include in your presentation

Your school will probably give you guidelines on the material they want you to cover.  There is no one right way to do this, but I have found the following format effective:

1) Tell a little about yourself.

If it’s your first year teaching, don’t feel obligated to announce that, but definitely don’t lie, either!   At my first Open House, I said, “This is my first year teaching this grade level,” and left it at that.  Some teachers show their family photos, which can be very endearing and encourages parents to view you as an approachable, real person.  I like to tell why I chose the grade level I did and what I think is special about it.  This is a good transition into the presentation and if someone comes in late, they’re able to catch up easily.

2)  Give an overview of the most exciting things you have planned for the year to get parents enthusiastic about what’s happening in the classroom.

I spend just a minute or two telling them that their children will be choosing community outreach and charity projects to get involved with, doing a home and school fitness plan, and so on.  Be sure to mention anything out of the ordinary that you plan to do (specific field trips, etc.) that sets your class apart.

3)  Use your daily schedule to introduce parents to the way their children will be learning.

This is the ‘meat’ of your presentation.  Without burdening them with too much detail, walk your families through the children’s day, from Morning Work to dismissal procedures.  Each time you mention a specific subject area, explain how it will be taught.  For example, you might mention small group reading instruction, centers or centerjobs, integration of content areas (such as using social studies to teach reading comprehension strategies, etc.).  Use photos of the kids working or actual materials as props to keep everyone focused.  I like to also call on kids who are in attendance to explain things (“Would one of our class members tell how we use the math games?”).  This gives parents a break from listening to me talk and it’s always entertaining to hear the kids’ explanations.

4)  Spend no more than a minute or two discussing standardized tests.

You can also mention your grading system or scale if necessary, but in the primary grades, this shouldn’t be a big deal.  Do NOT get bogged down with state standards and outcomes–you can provide these in a handout and parents can read them later.  If your grade level doesn’t give any standardized tests, you could even skip this altogether.

Let parents know that all of your instruction and assessment is aligned with state standards, and in plain English that means you design all of your lessons to meet state requirements in order to prepare students for the tests and for the next grade level.  Tell them that you will be providing handouts, conferences, benchmark tests results, workshops, etc., throughout the year to help them understand the testing expectations, and that your communication with them will be routine and ongoing.  Promise that there will be no surprises and that they will have an indication if their child may have difficulty passing long before the actual test date arrives.

5)  Outline your approach to behavior management and class rules.

Make your expectations clear now so parents know what to expect!  For example, if you never accept late homework or papers without names on them, are a stickler about tardies and make-up work, or don’t let kids call home when they forget a book or agenda, explain your philosophy up front.  I wouldn’t run down a list of no-no’s, but I do explain that I make class rules and consequences collaboratively with the students, and send them home in writing for parents and students to sign.  (By Open House, this is usually done, anyway.)  I tell them that after a grace period, which usually ends around October, I enforce the rules without exception in order to be fair and to teach the students responsibility and accountability.  For example, one year I decided that all no-name papers would have one letter grade taken off beginning in November.  When a parent called to complain once, I reminded her of the written notice and announcement of that policy at Open House.  If you can’t discuss these things at Open House due to time constraints, be sure to have them in writing so anyone with concerns can bring them to you before they become a problem.  End this portion on a positive note by explaining the reward systems and fun activities you have planned for the students (Fun Friday, etc.).

6)  Close with the methods of communication you will use (newsletters, email lists, class webpage, daily agendas, and so on).

If parents are welcome to volunteer in your classroom, briefly explain the procedures for this as well.  If you want them to sign up for volunteer opportunities or specific classroom tasks, tell them where the sign-up sheet will be and encourage them to add their names to the list after the presentation.  Be sure to thank them for coming out and urge them to call, email, etc., anytime they have a question or concern.  Let them know that due to time constraints, you’ve been specifically instructed not to discuss any individual students during Open House, but that you have a conference sign-up sheet available for that purpose.

7) Explain how you will handle parent questions.

One year, things were very calm and settled and I took questions and answered them in front of the group for about five minutes.  Another year, things were very hectic and I asked parents to either approach me individually with questions or write them down and I would call them the following day.  You may begin taking questions and realize that parents are asking things that only pertain to their child or a small percentage of the class; you can always give a general response and tell the parent you will follow up with them later on (give a specific time and method of communication).

If you notice that a lot of side conversations begin and the whole group isn’t listening anymore, they’ve probably had enough ‘lecturing’ for the evening and you can end it!  With some groups, I can literally see how tired they are from working all day long and then rushing to the school and sitting through lengthy presentations, knowing they still have to get home and bathe the kids, do homework, get everyone ready for bed…and then get up again in a few hours for another work day!  Make it brief for those groups.  You can also help by not assigning homework on Open House night, or excusing it for the students of parents who attend (that’s always a great motivator for kids to get their families to show up!).

What parents REALLY want from an open house

In my experience, what family members expect is relatively simple:

1)   A clean and organized classroom that their child takes ownership of 2)   A warm and friendly teacher who welcomes them 3)   An informal, easy-to-understand presentation that provides a good sense of what the year will be like

Parents have no idea what to expect from a teacher their children have never had before.  Most of them are not worried about how often you’ll be giving science tests or what materials you’ll use to teach addition.  They want to know:

*   Does the teacher like my child? *   Does the teacher care about the kids and enjoy teaching? *   Does the teacher want to support me and my child? *   Is the teacher going to be fair and easy to work with?

These things are communicated through the energy you put out and the environment you create in the classroom.  Some of it can be communicated verbally, but most of is conveyed in your demeanor.  Smile!  Smile!  Smile!  Act relaxed even though you’re not.  Listen attentively to parents and treat their questions and concerns seriously.  They are not your superiors there to observe you, so don’t be intimidated.  They are your equals, so treat them with kindness and respect and don’t worry about what they’re thinking.  Most of them are extremely grateful to have you in their children’s lives, and want to support you in having a successful Open House and school year.

Making a personal connection with each family

Ideally, you should be able to connect with parents and make them feel valued and appreciated in the same way you treat your students as unique individuals.  That can be difficult to do during Open House when you’re short on time, but I try to always say something specific and positive to each parent as we meet.  (“Oh, you’re Edward’s dad! I am so glad to meet you!  He is such an awesome kid; he always has some fact to share with the class! Just the other day, he said…” or “Brianna’s mom!  Great to see you again!  Brianna is the sweetest child; I can always count on her to help her friends and to be a peacemaker.  I’m so glad she’s in our class!”)  No matter how awful a child has been in class, it’s possible to find some good attribute to comment on so that the first feedback a parent hears is a compliment.  The type of quotes above could easily be used for challenging students: Edward, for instance, could be a child who talks non-stop in class about totally random information, and Brianna may be a busy-body who’s always telling the other kids what to do.  Look through to each child’s heart and intentions, and you’ll be able to come up with something good to say about all of your students.  Plan it out in advance for certain children if you need to.

You can’t fit it all into one presentation

There’s a lot of pressure on teachers to say everything they need to about behavioral expectations, homework, testing, grading systems, key skills and concepts, and how to support learning at home…all in one night!  It’s just not possible.  Parents, like kids, need time to digest information and make it their own, and hands-on experiences are the best way to do that.  I hold a parent workshop each month, but I know teachers who hold only one a year or one a quarter.  Start with whatever you are comfortable with and use parental feedback to determine what to do the following school year.  I hold a variety of festivities, some of which are just opportunities for families to socialize with one another and build a sense of community.  After each event, there is an evaluation form for parents to fill out to help me revise for next year.

Angela Watson

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In the past, I have used an idea that I got from a Mailbox publication: I converted my open house discussion topics into a student-friendly readers’ theater. I allowed the students to have free reign (for the most part) of how they were going to present their part, what props (if any) they were going to use, etc. Throughout the first week of school we practiced. After that week, we video taped the readers’ theater. This taping is what I showed during parent open house. It was especially fun for the students because they kept it a secret from their parents so it would be a surprise on the night of Open House. I got a lot of positive responses from the parents about the creative idea. This was not only a great way for the students to practice fluency, but it also a different way to teach the classroom expectations and rules!

What a fabulous idea! I love the concept of kids helping to present the Open House info–it helps the kids internalize your classroom expectations and makes it far more engaging for the parents! Half the time, in my experience, kids show up to Open House, anyway, so they might as well get involved. Thank you for sharing!

Your post is FULL of clever, fun ideas for open house. It’s that time of year when my thoughts turn back to school and I am searching for ideas to use in my FULL classroom. Thanks for sharing! ~Mrs. Full

You’re welcome, Nancy! Thank you for the kind words!

Thank you Angela for the best tips ever

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Good ideas. Funny how we avoid the talk of all the Standardized Tests the politicians are forcing upon everyone involved. One of the reasons many parents and teachers are so upset about this. There is a big avoidance about this topic while millions are being sent out of our states to the testing big corporations. Why are they also forcing students to take so many tests in High School or they are penalized for not doing so?

Great Article. Thanks for the info, super helpful. Does anyone know where I can find a blank parent letter form to fill out?

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What to Include in a Meet the Teacher PowerPoint

Does your school require you to give a presentation when you meet your new families? Using a Meet the Teacher PowerPoint to guide your open house can ease any anxiety, help you manage parents, and ensure that you cover all the important details. In this post, I’ll show you what to include in your parent presentation so you can confidently communicate important information about your classroom. Read how to plan a successful Meet the Teacher Night here . See how to set up your classroom and manage Meet the Teacher here . If you’re holding a virtual Meet the Teacher Night, read here .

How to Create a Meet the Teacher PowerPoint Presentation

All About Your Teacher

Share something fun or interesting about yourself with your families. Provide pictures of your family, pets, vacations, etc. Tailor it to fit your students age and grade level.

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Tell parents about your education and how long you have been teaching. Consider adding your school picture from when you were in the same grade level as your students. Parents and students love to learn more about their teacher because it helps them make a connection with you. It can put them at ease to know more about the person that they are entrusting for their child’s education.

I also recommend making a Meet the Teacher letter that you can put on each child’s desk as well as send to families who were not able to attend.

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Teacher Contact Information

Provide parents with the best way to get in contact with you. Explain to parents your policy on phone calls, emails, and setting up a conference if needed. Similarly, explain to parents your communication response time. For example, emails sent during the day will get a response after school on the same day, but emails sent after school or in the evening will be responded to the following day. Tailor this to fit your needs and the expectations of your school.

Customize a back to school brochure with your contact info and important things to know about your classroom. Include your daily classroom schedule , specials schedule, homework policies, contact info attendance office phone number, and anything else parents will need to keep handy. Make simple refrigerator magnets by customizing these templates and gluing a piece of magnetic tape to the back. These keep important contact and classroom info handy for parents.

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What to do with Supplies

Explain to parents and students where they need to put their different school supplies. Many families bring in their supplies on Meet the Teacher Night which is very helpful! Show families what supplies will go in student desks (pencil box, scissors, ruler, etc.) and what supplies are for the class (highlighters, expo markers, glue sticks, etc.). Consider placing bins out on a table for extra supplies. This will help with organization and save you time later so you don’t have to open packages and sort supplies at the end of the night.

What to Expect on the First Day of School

Communicate with families what time the campus opens and where you will be on the first morning before school. For example, some schools have students go to the playground while other schools have students go straight to their classroom upon entering campus. Tailor this to fit your school procedures and expectations. Provide lunch information for those students who will buy lunch on their first day of school. Explain your procedures for the end of the day including students that will be picked up by parents, ride the bus, or go to an after school care program that your district provides.

Your Class Schedule

Provide your families with your daily classroom schedule as well as a special classes schedule. It is important for parents to know when their student needs to wear tennis shoes for P.E. and when library books are due back. 

Lunch Procedures

Communicate how lunch and recess works at your school. Provide information on how to set up a lunch account so students can purchase lunch. Include your lunch time in the class schedule.  

Forms & Information You Need From Parents

Call attention to the parent forms that need to be completed during the open house as well as forms due back during the first week of school. Provide examples of any information that may come home during the first week so that parents are expecting it. Communicate to parents how you will send home important fliers or school memos. Stress the importance of checking student’s folders and backpacks every day.

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I set up stations for parents to visit after the presentation to fill out or turn in important student forms. Read more about using parent stations to manage Meet the Teacher Night and get helpful tips for how to plan a stress-free open house .

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Click here for Meet the Teacher kits with editable parent stations and student forms, in both English and Spanish, that you can customize for your classroom.

Homework Folders

Familiarize parents with your homework routine in your Meet the Teacher PowerPoint. Explain what will be assigned each week and expectations for completing it. Provide examples of what the homework will look like and when it is due. Show an example of how their child’s daily folder will look and the expectations for that folder. Your folders may include a behavior chart, spelling lists, practice pages, a reading log, notes from the teacher etc.

Walk parents through the type of homework assignments their student will have each week. Explain how to use the reading logs and do fluency passages if you use them. It is important for parents to know what requirements their child has each week as some younger students won’t remember in the beginning.

Classroom Rules and Behavior Expectations

I usually provide a back to school newsletter with all of this info as well as include it at Curriculum Night with parents . If the norm at your school is to do a Meet the Teacher open house presentation, you can certainly include rules and behavior expectations.

Consider including a slide with an explanation of your management style as well as your classroom rules for students. I try not to have more than five simple rules for students which is helpful because then they are not overwhelmed. It’s useful to communicate this early to parents so they know what to expect. You can also provide your class behavior plan. Try these easy to use   editable Curriculum Night PowerPoint templates with example slides.

Volunteer Information

Parents love to volunteer! Provide families with a list of ways they can volunteer in and out of the classroom. Make sure to include when this will start. I usually wait at least a month so I can establish routines within my class.

Always Include a Thank you

Thank your families for coming and let them know you look forward to an amazing school year. Send your presentation, and any important forms, to families that cannot attend. 

Meet the Teacher Night doesn’t have to be stressful. By planning ahead and using the right templates, you can create a clear, concise, and polished Meet the Teacher Powerpoint presentation. 

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How to Plan & Manage Curriculum Night

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5 Easy Ways to Prep for Back to School Night – Teacher Tips

Back-to-School Night, or Open House, can feel like an added stress during the hectic first weeks of school. However, the purpose of this event is to allow you to help families connect with you and better understand what their children will be expected to learn and do in your classroom.

Today I want to share some tips for helping you get organized, figure out what to say to parents, and create an event that leaves parents feeling lucky their child is in your classroom. 

What is Back-to School Night or Open House?

Depending on where you teach, you might call this event Back-to-School Night, Open House, or Curriculum Night. Regardless of what you call it, the event is designed to help families get to know you, ask questions, and learn about the curriculum and standards you’ll teach this year. 

Curriculum Night typically falls within the first few weeks of the new school year. It is commonly held in the evening hours on a school day to give working parents a chance to attend.

What is the purpose of Back to School Night?

Lasting between 60-90 minutes, the purpose of Open House in elementary school is to allow parents and guardians a chance to get a better feel for the classroom teacher and how s/he runs the classroom.

However, in middle and high school, parents are often given only a short time in each classroom in order to have the opportunity to meet all their child’s teachers so the time tends to be more of an overview and learning expectations than relationship-building. 

Back-to-School Night is not a replacement for parent-teacher conferences. Occasionally, parents will come in with a laundry list of questions that are scenarios that only apply to their child. Make it clear that this event is not meant to be a conference for their child, but it is designed to give them information and answer general questions. 

Most schools expect teachers to prepare a short presentation for parents. You might also consider having them fill out forms while they are there. 

How to Get Organized for Back-to-School Night

If you are lucky, your room will be full of parents eager to meet the teacher and tell you about their child. It can be overwhelming to see the room of parents all sitting in front of you, waiting to hear all about your plan for their children this year. Preparation is the key to a low-stress event.

As you begin to think about your school’s Back-to-School Night, you’ll want to do several activities to prepare. If this is your very first Curriculum Night, asking other teachers in your grade level what the event is typically like at your school can be helpful.

You will feel less stressed if you prepare in advance. It can help you make a great impression. Here are a few of the most important things to consider as you start to plan your Back-to-School Night activities.  

1. Create an agenda and a simple Powerpoint presentation.

Once you know how long your presentation should be, you can begin to prepare your Curriculum Night agenda. As you plan, consider how long you’ll spend on specifics and create your presentation to align with this expectation. I’ve shared details on what you can include in your presentation later in this post.

Putting a little extra time into creating your presentation pays off because you’ll be able to make adjustments and use it year after year, so plan to allow yourself a little extra time to complete this task.

As you create your agenda, consider the downtime during arrival and departure from the event. Having activities or parent forms ready as parents begin to arrive can be helpful. This gives them something to do while waiting for your presentation.

2. Share your presentation or hand-out in advance.

Sending an email with your hand-out or a slideshow of your presentation a day or two before your school’s Open House can be a great way to remind parents to attend and set the expectations for what they’ll get out of the event. 

It can also help parents understand what questions they might have before they arrive. Todays Meet is a great, free method to collect questions in advance. This can help you be sure you are touching on important topics to all parents.

3. Have your students create a Back-to-School Night invitation or letter for their family. 

Allowing students to create their own invitations can be a fun way to remind parents of the event. It is also a great way to introduce purposeful writing in the first few weeks of school. 

Whether you decide to have students write a short letter or take out construction paper and allow them to design and color a more formal invitation, your students will love taking their personal invite and hand-delivering it to their families.  

4. Decide what to wear to Back-to-School Night and whether you’ll have time to run home and change. 

Depending on what time your campus has its Open House and how close to campus you live, you may or may not have time to go home this evening. Therefore, it is important to plan what you will wear in advance so you can bring the outfit and anything else you need. 

Typically, Curriculum Night requires teachers to wear business attire. This is your chance to make an impression, so you want to look your best. Parents use this night to “figure you out,” so dress accordingly (even if your campus has a lax dress code). As silly as it might seem, dressing professionally helps solidify your expert status in their minds. 

Since I typically never had time to head home before our school’s Open House, I always packed my outfit, a little make-up, and a brush to get ready in my classroom. I also packed dinner and planned to use the hours leading up to Back-to-School Night as a time to prepare for the week ahead. 

5. Practice once or twice.

Reviewing what you plan to say once or twice before Open House can be helpful. This doesn’t need to be a full speech, but taking the time to consider a general overview of what you’ll say can help prevent awkward silences or issues during your presentation.

7 Must-Haves for a Successful Curriculum Night Presentation

Nearly all Back-to-School Night presentations include certain things. Here are the most important components of a successful Open House presentation.

1. Share a little about yourself.

If you’ve been teaching for some time, you can tell parents how long you’ve been teaching or your educational background, but you’ll also want to tell them a little bit about you outside of the classroom. You might show a picture of your family or pets or share a special hobby. 

First-year teachers don’t feel you have to announce this fact to parents, but you also don’t need to hide it. Many parents will already know you are new to the school, but you can always tell parents it is your first year at this campus or grade level. Parents want to know and trust you.  Let parents know about your journey that led you to stand before them.

Here are a few questions you might answer:

• Why did you become a teacher?
• What do you love most about teaching?
• Think of this as a chance to share your passion for education. 

I always recommend starting with this because if parents arrive late, they are unlikely to have questions about these details.

2. Your classroom schedule & a curriculum overview

This is where you’ll explain what their children will learn and how your classroom runs. Without digging into every detail, I like to give parents an overview of the key units we will cover in each subject. I also explain our arrival and dismissal procedures. 

I try to incorporate details about how students will utilize technology and any special events that align with our curriculum into this presentation section. You can also quickly introduce any tech platforms parents need to know about, like Google Classroom . If you’ve had a chance to get photos of students working in your classroom before the event, these can also be fun to put into your presentation. 

I also like this opportunity to give parents an idea of times they should avoid scheduling appointments. While it sometimes can’t be avoided, parents often appreciate this information because they can prevent their children from missing important instruction.

3. Your approach to behavior & classroom management.

This is your opportunity to get parents on the same page about how you’ll handle behavior and classroom management . If you’ve got some nonnegotiables, this is a great time to discuss them so parents know up-front what to expect. 

For example, I am really big on personal responsibility, so I always let the parents know that this was the year they were officially off the hook for dropping off lunches or homework. I explained that this year these things were their child’s responsibility and the consequences for forgetting.

I made sure to let parents know I wouldn’t let their children go hungry if they forgot lunch because they could get cafeteria food, but they might not get to eat their favorite foods Mom or Dad would pack. Many parents were relieved they wouldn’t get calls at work for forgotten items! 

Discuss your classroom rules, consequences, and how you created them. Don’t focus on the negatives, but give parents a clear understanding of the expectations. Provide specific policies in writing via a handout or your presentation so you can refer to them if something comes up later. 

4. Discuss differentiation.

Parents want to know that you plan to meet their children where they are and find unique ways to tailor your teaching to their strengths and needs. Spend a few minutes discussing how you’ll differentiate in your classroom. 

Explain how you build opportunities for students to dig into areas of interest and be challenged to learn and grow. Also, explain how you’ll support students who may struggle. The idea isn’t to go into much detail, but you want to give an overview to help parents feel confident that you won’t use a one-size-fits-all teaching style. 

5. Homework expectations.

Depending on your school, parents may be eagerly anticipating or dreading homework. It is important to introduce any homework expectations up-front at your Back-to-School Night.

Some parents asked for extra homework and others barely had time to do much. This is why I use Homework Bingo in my classroom. I made sure to explain how this worked to parents during Open House. I wanted things to be clear before assigning homework in my classroom.  

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6. Communication preferences

If you send a weekly newsletter or have a website, walk parents quickly through what they’ll find there. Also, be sure to tell parents the best way to reach you, whether that is by email or phone. 

I also liked to give parents specifics on when I wouldn’t be replying to messages. They should know if they emailed me while I was teaching, they shouldn’t expect a quick response because I wanted to give their child my full attention. 

I explained that parents must call the office to get me a message for emergencies and last-minute transportation changes. I do this because I don’t want to miss a message and have their child accidentally end up being dismissed to the wrong location.  

Finally, thank them for coming, and let them know that if they have specific questions about their child, they can email or call, and you’ll be happy to schedule a conference.

7. Time for questions.

I always start this section by reminding parents that out of respect for their privacy and the time of others, I wouldn’t be able to answer questions specifically about their individual child during this time. However, I would love to answer general questions about our classroom or how things work. This typically took care of the questions that only apply to one child. 

Take questions until they’ve all been answered, time is up, or parents begin to lose focus. At that point, you can let parents know they can email you if they walk out the door and think of more questions. 

How to foster engagement during Back-to-School Night

Most campuses will want you to have a Back-to-School Night sign-in sheet for parents. This lets the school track how many parents attend, and it will likely be provided to you in your mailbox the day of the event. But what can parents do while you wait for everyone to arrive? 

Parents can complete activities during Curriculum Night to help keep you from being bombarded with questions before your presentation. It can also allow you more time to greet families as they arrive. 

Here are some simple ideas for things you can have parents do on Curriculum Night:

• Complete forms or a parent survey to give you more information about their child.
• Sign up to volunteer.
• Complete a classroom scavenger hunt to get a better feel for your room.
• Write a letter to their child to leave for the next day. 

My favorite is the last one because the students get excited to read their parent’s letters. I often pick up a pack of inexpensive notecards with envelopes and leave one on each desk along with a note on my board that tells them to write a letter to their child and tuck it in his or her desk. This keeps parents busy and makes a meaningful activity.

I also like to leave my parents a small treat to thank them for coming. Something like a snack-size candy bar is affordable, and it can be a little sugar fix if they haven’t had a chance to eat dinner before heading over after work. I have these free gift tags that I like to attach to a 100 Grand candy bar.

What to do AFTER Curriculum Night to make a great impression.

Your follow-up can make a huge difference in the impression you make with parents. After parents leave, take a few minutes to write a quick email thanking everyone who attended. You can even draft this before the event and add any specifics at the end before you hit “send.” 

Share your presentation or parent information sheet again, so all parents have access even if they can’t attend. 

Invite parents to email you with questions they think of once they get home, and let them know how they can set up a conference with you. 

Email parents using the blind carbon copy feature (BCC) to protect parent privacy and keep them from hitting “reply all” with personal questions.

Why Open House Really Matters

When parents attend your event, they want to know that their child is in a safe place where they’ll be loved, nurtured, and educated. They want to feel confident that they can trust you to look out for their child when they can’t be there, and they want to know you’ll treat their child fairly and with kindness. 

Create the same warm, welcoming environment you create for students each day. Smile, relax, and allow parents to see the real you shine through.

While Curriculum Night can feel intimidating, when you listen and respect the thoughts and concerns expressed by the parents in your classroom, you can start to forge a strong home-school relationship that will last the entire year. 

Focusing on the core components in this post can ease your stress and help parents better understand what the coming year will be like.

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Here's a nifty idea I always share with parents: invite parents to change the typical question they ask their children every day. Instead of asking their children, “What did you learn in school today?” they should inquire, “What questions did you ask in school today?” By making this slight change, parents will be able to have more stimulating conversations with their youngsters instead of a series of painfully brief responses (“Nothing!”; “I dunno!”).

By this point you may be thinking, “Hey, there seems to be a lot of stuff to juggle and manage as a teacher.” Well, that's true. But here's a tip on how you can make that juggling a little easier and double your influence as a teacher: enlist parents as partners in your classroom instructional program.

But first, a story: in 1944, the nuclear physicist Isidor Isaac Rabi won the Nobel Prize for his work on atomic nuclei. After his acceptance speech, he was asked about some of the major influences in his life. He told the story about how he grew up in Brooklyn. When his friends all came home from school, their parents always asked them, “What did you learn in school today?” However, when Isidor came home from school each day, his mother always asked him, “Izzy, did you ask a good question today?” He told how that single question from his mother every day helped him develop the inquisitive mind necessary for academic success and his eventual scientific discoveries.

Most teachers have discovered that parents can be very powerful allies in any child's education—from preschool up through twelfth grade. Keeping parents informed and inviting them to become part of the educational process can significantly influence any youngster's scholastic success. Teachers who take advantage of “parent power” are those who significantly multiply their teaching effectiveness.

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Parent involvement is not just for elementary students. The success of students at the middle school or high school level is highly dependent upon the engagement parents as educational partners. Former high school teacher Phil Monteith says, “You better be in touch with parents, or you are missing a tremendous public relations opportunity. When middle school and high school teachers start a conversation with parents, then positive opinions about teachers in the community escalate.”

Open houses—and their close cousins, the back-to-school night and the meet-the-teacher night—are one of the annual rites of passage for every classroom teacher. Whether you are teaching elementary school or high school, you will undoubtedly be part of this event every year. Open houses occur sometime during the first few weeks of the school year and are an opportunity for parents to get to know you and their child's academic program.

Open houses , back-to-school night, and meet-the-teacher night provide parents with an “inside look” into the daily activities and occurrences of your classroom. It's also a wonderful opportunity for you to actively recruit parents as partners in the education of their children. Here are some tips and ideas that can help you make this annual event successful and purposeful:

Send out personal invitations beforehand. You may want to invite your students to construct the invitations using art materials. Instead of asking students to take them home (where they may wind up in the washing machine), consider mailing the invitations. On the invitation, include the following information: name and address of the school, date and time of the event, your room number (and how to find the room), your name, and a brief outline of the evening's schedule.

Plan your presentation and what you will be saying to parents beforehand. Be sure you share something about yourself (where you grew up, your education, your family, your educational philosophy) as well as some of your goals for the year. Your presentation should be no longer than 10 to 11 minutes tops! If your presentation is longer than 11 minutes, it will definitely fall on deaf ears (take it from me—this is an inviolable rule!). Here are some topics you might want to cover:

It's Elementary

A friend of mine shares this very important piece of advice:

When setting up your room for back-to-school night or open house, be sure to have plenty of adult chairs available. My first year of teaching first grade, I forgot this rule. As a result, I had many very large adults trying to sit in many very small chairs. It was quite embarrassing to watch people trying to stand up at the end of my presentation.

For open houses at the middle school and high school levels, parents typically follow a much-abbreviated schedule of classes that their child participates in each day. It's important that you keep your presentation short and snappy because parents will need to move to several additional rooms throughout the evening.

Dress professionally—remember, first impressions are often lasting impressions. Men should wear a coat and tie or at least a dress shirt and tie along with pressed slacks. Women should wear a pantsuit, blouse and skirt, or dress. Incidentally, go “light” on the perfume and aftershave.

Prepare your room appropriately. Hang a “Welcome” sign outside the door, and be sure your name and the room number are prominently displayed. Have a sign-in sheet for parents as well as a handout listing the activities and presentations for the evening. Freshen up your bulletin boards, and print a daily schedule on the chalkboard. Set out sample textbooks, and be sure all desks and tables are clean. Be sure each child's desk has a folder with samples of the student's work. Post additional student work (be sure to have at least three samples for each student) on bulletin boards. Post photographs of students and activities throughout the room. Keep in mind that some parents may not have fond memories about their school experiences, so here's a great opportunity for you to win them over!

Greet each and every parent at the door with a handshake and a smile. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to put your best foot forward. Be sure every parent has a name tag (remember that the last name of a student and the last name of her or his parents may be different—always, always check beforehand). Provide a tray of refreshments (ask for contributions, particularly if different cultures are represented in your classroom) and appropriate drinks.

As parents arrive, direct them to a table on which you have a stack of index cards, pencils/pens, and an empty shoebox. Invite parents to write a question or two on a card and place it in the box. At the end of your presentation, quickly shuffle through the cards and respond to general questions or those most frequently asked (“How much homework do you give?” “How is reading taught?”). Inform parents that you will contact them personally to respond to more specific questions or ones that focus exclusively on their child's work or progress (“Why did Angela miss recess the other day?” “When will Peter be able to see the reading specialist?”).

Keep your presentation brief (remember K.I.S.S.—Keep It Short and Sweet!). Afterward, invite parents to stay and look at their child's work. Circulate around the room, try to meet all the parents again with another handshake and smile, and offer at least one positive remark about their child. This is not the time for personal conferences (“I'd really like to talk with you, Mrs. Smith. May I call you to set up a personal meeting at another time?”).

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10 Creative Preschool Open House Ideas to Impress Parents and Families

Are you seeking innovative preschool open house ideas to captivate parents’ interest and draw in new enrollees? An effective open house is not just an event. It’s a gateway to building trust and excitement among prospective families looking for the perfect early learning environment for their children. Despite its importance, many childcare centers fail to fully leverage this opportunity, often citing a lack of creative ideas as the main hurdle. This shortcoming means they miss out on showcasing their unique strengths and forming meaningful connections with prospective families .

Is your childcare center one of those, too? In this blog, you will find everything you need to turn your preschool open house from standard to outstanding.

Whether you’re looking for theme-based activities, interactive learning stations, or technology showcases, here is a compiled list of preschool open-house ideas that will make your event stand out. So, let’s dive in and explore how you can transform your next open house into an unforgettable experience!

The Transformative Impact of Childcare Center’s Open House Events

Open house events at your childcare center are more than just a meet-and-greet. These events will allow you to showcase your educational philosophy, community, and the unique environment that nurtures young minds. If they are planned right, these events can make current families of your child care center feel confident and connected to your community from the start.

First Impressions Count: An open house is often the first in-person interaction parents have with your center. This is your chance to shine and demonstrate what sets your child care center apart from others.

Build Trust and Confidence: Parents entrust you with their most precious treasures—their children. During the open house, you can reassure them of your center’s commitment to safety, learning, and emotional support.

Transparency and Openness: Providing a sneak peek into daily operations, curriculum , and your educational approach fosters a culture of openness. This transparency is key in building trust with prospective parents.

Community Feels: Today’s parents prioritize not only top-notch facilities but also the overall vibe and atmosphere of the child care business. An open house allows parents to meet the staff and other families, offering a glimpse of the supportive community their child will be part of.

Address Concerns and Questions: Face-to-face interactions are invaluable. Parents can have their specific questions answered, and you can address any concerns directly, reassuring both parties.

10 Preschool Open House Ideas with Actionable Tips for Standout Success

In today’s competitive educational landscape, the difference between choosing your preschool or another might hinge on the creativity and execution of your open house event. Here are ten unique and creative open house ideas, along with practical implementation tips to captivate the hearts and minds of current families.

1. Themed Adventure Tours

Idea: Imagine transforming your preschool into a captivating world of discovery, where each room offers a gateway to a new adventure. Themed adventure tours invite children and their families on a journey through meticulously decorated classrooms, each mirroring a unique environment such as the depths of the jungle, the vast expanse of space, or the ocean’s mysteries.

This immersive experience will showcase your preschools’ creative and dynamic learning environment. Also, it will highlight the imaginative and explorative approach to education that supports your digital curriculum .

Implementation Tips:

Decor and Atmosphere: Invest in high-quality, theme-appropriate decorations and props to transform each room. Consider lighting, sounds, and even scents to immerse visitors in the theme fully.

Educational Alignment: Ensure each themed room includes educational materials and fun activities that tie the theme to learning objectives. Doing so will demonstrate to parents how your preschool uses themes to teach fundamental concepts.

Staff Involvement: Encourage staff to dress according to the theme and prepare them with fun facts or stories about their room’s theme. It will make the tours both educational and entertaining.

2. Interactive Learning Stations

Idea: Interactive learning stations are designed to showcase the hands-on, explorative nature of your preschool’s curriculum. You can set up these stations in your upcoming school’s open house event around key learning areas—be it a science lab corner, a sensory play table, or an arts and crafts area. Through these stations, parents and children will get a tangible sense of how learning through actions is central to your educational philosophy.

Each station can offer a mini-activity. It will allow children to dive in and engage directly with the materials and concepts while parents observe the joy and learning that occurs through play.

• Variety and Inclusivity: Include a broad range of stations that cater to different interests and learning styles. This will help ensure that every child finds something that captivates them.

Guided Discovery: Have preschool teachers available at each station to guide interactions. They can offer insights into the learning benefits of each activity and answer any questions parents might have about the educational approach.

Feedback Opportunity: Provide parents with feedback cards at each station. Invite them to share their observations and feelings about the learning approach demonstrated.

3. Meet the Teacher Storytime

Idea: A heartwarming introduction to your preschool’s faculty can bring stories to life in the cozy corners of your classrooms. Teachers can become storytellers and share tales that mirror your institution’s values, such as inclusivity, curiosity, and kindness. Doing so will allow parents to witness the nurturing relationships teachers foster with students and the emphasis on literacy and storytelling in your curriculum.

Story Selection: Choose a diverse range of books that reflect not only the values of your preschool but also the cultural and linguistic diversity of your community.

Interactive Elements: Incorporate interactive elements into the storytime. These may include puppetry, song, or movement, to engage children and demonstrate dynamic teaching methods.

Teacher Introductions: Allow time for teachers to share their educational background, teaching philosophy, and what they love most about teaching. It will help foster a personal connection with parents.

4. Parent Testimonials Corner

Idea: One of the great preschool open house ideas is having a dedicated space for sharing authentic experiences from your preschool’s community, which can significantly influence prospective parents. This corner, filled with heartfelt testimonials from current parents, will offer a genuine insight into your preschool’s positive impact on families. Videos, written stories, and live interactions can provide a mosaic of experiences. They can highlight the supportive and enriching environment your amazing preschool promises.

Diverse Testimonials: Ensure the testimonials reflect a wide range of experiences and perspectives, showcasing the diversity and inclusivity of your preschool community.

Accessibility: Make sure all materials, including videos, are accessible to everyone, with subtitles or sign language interpreters if necessary. It will ensure all families feel welcomed and included.

Live Q&A: If feasible, organize a live Q&A session with current parents willing to share their experiences, offering a dynamic and interactive testimonial experience.

5. Art Gallery of Student Work

Idea: Celebrate your students’ creativity and individual expression by transforming a section of your preschool into an art gallery. This exhibit will not just display the beautiful and diverse artwork created by the children; it will also emphasize the role of art in your curriculum as a tool for emotional expression, creativity, and fine motor skill development.

Parents and children alike can wander through the gallery, admiring the wide array of projects that span painting, sculpture, collage, and more. The art gallery will reflect the rich and creative learning environment your preschool fosters.

Curatorial Narrative: Arrange the artwork in a way that tells a story, perhaps following a theme or showcasing the progression of skills over time. This will give parents insight into the educational journey their children will embark upon.

Artist Statements: Include brief “artist statements” next to each piece, where children describe their work in their own words. This will add a personal touch that parents will cherish.

Interactive Art Activity: Set up a workshop area within the gallery where visiting children can create their own pieces of art, providing an immediate, hands-on experience of the creative learning environment.

6. Technology in Education Showcase

Idea: In an age where technology shapes the future, it is crucial to showcase how your preschool integrates digital tools into learning. This segment of your open house event can demystify technology use in early education. It can also illustrate its role in fostering interactive learning, creativity, and digital literacy from a young age.

Interactive Demonstrations: Arrange for interactive demo stations where children can engage with educational software under the guidance of teachers. This hands-on experience allows parents to see the potential for technology to complement traditional learning methods.

Highlighting Educational Apps: Select a few key apps or digital tools used in your curriculum and prepare short, engaging presentations on their educational benefits. Consider setting up a screen where parents can see live interactions with these apps.

Staff Involvement: Ensure that your staff is well-prepared to explain the role of technology in your curriculum, including how it aids in the development of problem-solving skills and creativity.

7. Outdoor Exploratory Activities

Idea: By emphasizing outdoor learning in your open house event, your preschool demonstrates an understanding of the importance of nature in children’s physical and emotional development. Outdoor exploratory activities can highlight this commitment, showcasing your innovative approaches to incorporating environmental education into daily routines.

Nature-Based Learning: Organize a mini-expedition for families, perhaps a guided tour of your outdoor learning environment. You can point out elements of your curriculum that incorporate nature, such as plant-growing projects or outdoor art classes.

Interactive Exploration: Set up a scavenger hunt or a series of nature-based puzzles and games that encourage children and parents to explore together. Not only is this a good form of entertainment but also serves as a tool to educate on the value of outdoor play.

Outdoor Classroom Demonstration: If possible, conduct a short outdoor lesson or activity demonstration. This could include anything from a simple science experiment to a yoga session, illustrating the versatility of outdoor learning spaces.

8. A Peek into Daily Routines

Idea: Giving parents and children a glimpse into your preschool’s daily routines can help ease anxieties and build confidence in your child care program. This sneak peek can illustrate the careful balance between structured activities and free play, highlighting your commitment to fostering independence, curiosity, and social skills.

Mini Schedule: Create a small version of your daily schedule for the open house. Incorporate signature activities such as a circle time reading session, an art project, or a group game. This mini-schedule will allow parents to experience a day in the life of their children.

Role-playing: Invite visiting children to participate in a role-playing session where they can engage in a typical school activity. This interaction will help children visualize themselves in your school environment, aiding in the transition process.

Q&A Sessions: After showcasing your daily routines, hold a Q&A session for parents. This will be an opportunity to discuss your educational philosophy, the rationale behind your schedule, and how you accommodate individual children’s needs.

9. Community Involvement Highlight

Idea: Showcasing your preschool’s engagement with the local community can underscore the values of inclusivity, cooperation, and social responsibility. Highlighting community projects or partnerships at your open house will reflect well on your institution and demonstrate a commitment to broadening students’ horizons beyond the classroom.

Community Project Displays: Set up displays or presentations detailing past and current community projects, including photos, descriptions, and children’s reflections. This visual representation can spark conversations about the importance of community involvement.

Involve Community Partners: If possible, invite representatives from local organizations to participate in the open house. They can offer firsthand insights into your preschool’s contributions to the community and the importance of these partnerships.

Interactive Community Activity: Organize a simple, interactive activity that contributes to a community project, such as assembling care packages or creating art for a local nursing home. This activity will allow families to participate in your community engagement efforts directly.

10. Enrollment and Information Booth

Idea: The decision-making process for parents considering preschool options is both emotional and practical. An informative and well-organized enrollment booth can address both aspects. It can provide detailed information about your programs, faculty, and enrollment process while also conveying the warmth and supportive community your preschool offers.

Comprehensive Information Packets: Prepare packets that include detailed information about your curriculum, staff qualifications, daily schedules, and enrollment procedures. Ensure these packets are both informative and visually appealing.

Personal Consultations: Offer individual consultations during the open house. This personal touch can make all the difference, allowing parents to ask specific questions and receive immediate, personalized responses.

Follow-Up Opportunities: Create a system for capturing contact information from interested families, ensuring they leave with a clear next step for follow-up. This could include scheduling a more in-depth tour, a trial day for the child, or a meeting with the director.

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In wrapping up, our exploration of “10 Creative Preschool Open House Ideas” offers a comprehensive toolkit designed to enchant and engage your attendees and to set your preschool apart in the hearts and minds of families. These innovative ideas will ensure that your open house speaks volumes about your institution’s values and commitment to early childhood education.

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Nothing is as exciting for parents and children alike than the opening of a new school year . This is especially true for those children who are going to a new school. To make this even more meaningful for parents who want nothing but the best for their children, teachers and school administrators conduct a classroom open house to introduce parents to the school and classroom environments while giving them an idea of what to expect for their children for the coming school year.

The Classroom Open House PowerPoint Template is a bright and beautiful, professionally designed template specially designed for classroom open house activities. This template can make it easy for teachers and school administrators to create a warm, inviting and exciting presentation that welcomes parents into the school.

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You can definitely join together with the parents to let young students look forward to a wonderful and productive school year. This Classroom Open House PowerPoint Template can help you get started by setting right expectations with parents and letting them know what they can look forward to in the class for the school year.

The education template features clean, bright-colored slides that allow you to easily create content for various topics such as Welcome Message for Parents, Curriculum Goals, In-Class Activity and Class Rules, Policies of the School, Class Information, and Volunteer Opportunities. After all, starting on the right foot with the parents can be a great start for a parent-teacher relationship aimed at ensuring the well-being of children in the classroom.

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This Classroom Open House Template contains 10 slides that have the same, uniform theme. The template starts with a cover slide, which indicates the name of the event as Open House, and underneath are the details, such as the School Name and Date of the event.

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When students and their families are invited to participate in meaningful activities, they can learn what their new school has to offer.

For years, welcoming incoming sixth graders and their families to our middle school consisted of distributing paperwork and giving a PowerPoint presentation. Although families got the information they needed, we were missing a massive opportunity to build a sense of community and lessen the anxiety that comes from attending a new school.

As a middle school administrator, I wanted to capitalize on the event by building positive relationships with the families. A great sixth-grade open house not only helps families transition but also leads to increased student achievement.

Last year, my school tried something new. Instead of requiring new families to simply sit through a painful presentation and sign forms, we decided to create an interactive experience. In this two-hour event, we showcased the school’s assets and allowed the students to explore their interests and become connected to the building. We began inviting parents to the event in July and reminded them a few days before using different social media platforms. We followed an agenda that gave families a real sense of what our school was about.

 Here’s how we redesigned our open house experience. 

Breakout Sessions 

Breakout sessions help families become familiar with a new school. They allow teachers to share tips for how to become a successful middle school student, and the small groups give families a safe place to ask questions and participate in hands-on activities. We created four breakout sessions that were 15 minutes each: learning management systems, iPad safety, reading schedules and opening lockers, and student success. 

Other sessions could include the following: 

• Digital Citizenship (Staying Safe on the Internet)
• What Is Bullying and How to Handle It
• Classroom Etiquette
• The Dangers of Vaping
• Curriculum Adoptions
• Parent and Student Expectations
• How to Contact Staff Members
• Parent Involvement Opportunities 

Be sure to provide literature for families to take home from each breakout session. A handout with clear instructions will make the breakout session shine. 

Explore and Enjoy

During this one-hour time, families can visit clubs, take pictures with the mascot, eat ice cream, and play games.

Club opportunities: School clubs lead to academic improvement and the development of lifelong passions. And for the students who are traditionally shy or uninvolved, clubs can be a game changer. For these children, they present a chance to feel accepted and engage with their peers in a safe environment. Set time aside in your open house for a club gallery walk that students can visit.

Encourage club sponsors to set up booth presentations that showcase the work done by the students. Members of a dance club could demonstrate their creative dance moves. A photography club could display unique pieces by its members. If possible, have students present and lead the conversations with families. Incoming students will enjoy talking with other students. Also, don’t forget the basics. Families will need to know if the club is during or after school, what time it starts, when it ends, and whether any fees apply. 

In the spring, I like to reach out to club sponsors to invite them to participate in tabling the event in the fall. If it’s difficult to get clubs to attend, then providing a list of after-school activities that students can join can give a sense of what opportunities are available. A cheer squad or dance team may also be excited to perform. 

Community outreach: Families face challenges and need all the help that is available to them. Having outreach organizations at your open house will bring awareness to the services offered in your community. After-school tutoring and Boys and Girls Clubs of America are vital programs that families need and appreciate. Health care providers offer free physicals that are required for participation in sports. Inviting community outreach services reinforces the concept of community and school working together for everyone. Find out what outreach programs are available in your community, and invite them to interact and share information with your parents. 

It’s never too late to plan for next year. Contact community outreach programs as early as possible—reach out in the spring, share the date, and invite them to join the open house. If they can’t attend, ask if they can provide literature and brochures for the families.

Ice cream social: Nothing screams good times like ice cream and games. Placing families in a low-stakes situation where they mingle over food and games gives them a chance to make friends and process the information they received. To capitalize on this time together, the staff can circulate around the area and engage in conversations. A simple introduction and asking families about their interests and answering their questions can pay dividends later in the year.

These conversations personalize the event for your families and often strengthen relationships. This is also a perfect time to have handouts available. A social media handout lets parents keep up with all the cool things that are happening with the school. If you are a Title I school, you can provide parents with required paperwork and remind them of the importance of returning the forms to the school.

Welcoming incoming sixth graders to middle school doesn’t have to involve a collection of monotonous activities. By creating an interactive event, the administration and faculty have the opportunity to prepare their new students for middle school, strengthen relationships, and create a sense of belonging. And it works: We noticed a visible change in the attitude of families. There were lots of smiles and excited questions. This enthusiasm carried over to the rest of the school year.

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Open House, Curriculum Night, Back-to-school night – whatever your school calls it – it’s your one opportunity to showcase your personality as a teacher and educate parents on what you do in your classroom. 

Educating parents on Comprehensible Input

If you are teaching in a comprehensible input classroom, educating parents is very important. Parents generally expect to see homework, worksheets, and textbooks because that is how they learned a second language. As CI teachers, we can save ourselves lots of time and energy by teaching parents how a comprehensible input classroom runs. Just like our students, if parents understand the expectations and routines of our class, they are less likely to push back and question our methods. 

I created this video to share with parents at our virtual Open House. It compares how parents learned their second language vs. how second language acquisition occurs in a Comprehensible Input classroom.  Feel free to share this video with your parents as well! It answers a lot of frequently asked questions.  The parents in my community found it really informative and were really appreciative to understand why we don’t use a textbook and how comprehensible input works. 

Engage parents with a demonstration 

When we are able to hold Open House in person, I usually do a demo with the parents. I write these words on the board:

¿A quién le gusta…? = Who likes?

Quiere = wants

El chocolate = chocolate

Then I pull out a bag of Hershey Kisses and do a demonstration with parents, asking them who likes chocolate. I circle around this expression for a few minutes and then ask them who wants some chocolate while passing out chocolate to everyone. Parents LOVE it! 

When the demonstration ends, I explain to parents that this is how students learn in my class. In a normal class period they would hear me use two or three expressions over and over again, providing as much repetition as possible to help them acquire the vocabulary. 

Following the demonstration, I show my slides that include how to contact me, grading policies, and other things that matter to parents. Starting with the demonstration is the best way to showcase my personality and let parents know that their students won’t be bored in my class and will hopefully learn a lot!  In other years I have started with the informational slides and ended with the demonstration, but with such limited time, I often ran out of time for the fun stuff! So I highly recommend starting with the demo and having a printout that parents can take on their way out that goes over all the nitty-gritty details of your class. 

What to include in your Open House presentation

Introduction: Welcome parents in your target language! Just a quick “Welcome to Spanish class. My name is… and now I will speak in English for the rest of the night!” As a non-native speaker, I want parents to hear me speak the language and know that I’m competent.

Personal information: Most people start with this to build report and help parents see how their child may connect with you as a human. Keep it brief. You usually only have 7-10 minutes to get through everything! I limit it to how many years I’ve been teaching (because I look young and so this helps parents see that I’m experienced and know what I’m doing) and the clubs I sponsor.

Contact information: Let parents know if you prefer phone or email. I always tell my students and parents that I go to bed around 9:30 PM and will not answer emails sent later than 9:00 PM until the following morning.

Late Work/Absences: How can students access work if they miss class? Show them your website or portal and explain your late work policy and expectations.

Extra help: How can students access extra help if they are struggling? Do you allow retakes and what is your policy?

All of these items could be typed and passed out to parents if you’re worried about time. Remember, they really just want to see your personality so make that your main focus!

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