Homelinks
Teacher Tools for Communicating with Parents
by Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.

About the Author

Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed., is currently a grade four elementary teacher in Massachusetts, having also taught grades one and five in an inner city Massachusetts charter school. While teaching in Massachusetts public schools, she also received a Masters degree in education, with a specialization in special education. Currently, Jennifer uses her education and training to develop and implement units of study in the classroom environment, and also participates in various curriculum leadership activities. She provides mentoring to new staff, as well as curricular support to current staff members.

In addition to her teaching duties, Jennifer is also the author of the monthly column A Note from the Teacher, an online column dedicated to bridging the divide between parents and schools [www.famliesonlinemagazine.com]. She has covered many timely topics in education, from skill development to social concerns. Her column "Ending the Reign of Bullies in School" was noted as a standout article by USA Today's Web Guide (10/14/04). Jennifer also worked as a seasonal copywriter for the town of Yarmouth, Massachusetts, as newsletter writer and editor for their summer youth adventure program.

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