1) What is partnership to you in general? What makes a good partner?

2) As a teacher, the task will be to partner with parents. Please reflect on your own experiences and biases. Is there a kind of family that you might be less comfortable working with as a new teacher? Why? Your biases and preferences must be addressed. What do you need to change about yourself in order to successfully partner with "ALL" families, even those you would prefer not to work with?

3. Re-read the teacher cases listed on the notes and summary page. For each teacher, identify the characteristics, attitudes, experiences, or behaviors that would support partnership and get in the way of partnership. Please list 2 ideas for each category.

EX: Teacher X

Support:	Get in the Way/Barrier
1. 13 years experience	Biased
2. Compassionate	Shy

4. Write a short response that discusses the importance of being aware of not just the benefits of partnership, but especially the possible barriers that might get in the way of building strong relationships with families.