Family/Teacher Communication Form

Autism, Behavior

Share
Download Communication Log

Family/teacher communication forms facilitate regular, meaningful exchanges between home and school, helping ensure students receive consistent support in both environments. 

When to Use

  • For students who struggle with verbal communication - Ensures families are informed about daily activities, behaviors and progress.
  • To Strengthen School-Home Collaboration - Provides insight into both school and home factors that impact learning, behavior and emotional well-being.  
  • To Track Successes and Challenges - Helps teachers and families celebrate milestones, reinforce positive behaviors, and address concerns early.
  • To Monitor Health, Routines, or Transitions - Allows families to share important updates (e.g., changes in sleep, medication, family circumstances).  
  • As Part of a Daily Take - Home or Digital Communication System - Ensures messages consistently reach home and are returned for teacher review.  

How to Use

  • Identify Key Information to Share - Prioritize the most important updates for families (e.g., daily schedule, behavior trends, academic progress, special achievements).  
  • Develop a Communication Format
  • Paper Forms: Print double-sided or divided forms so both teacher and family can contribute.  
  • Digital Form: Use district-approved platforms (e.g., Class Dojo, Remind, Google Forms) for seamless communication.  
  • Create a Routine for Form Completion and Exchange - Schedule dedicated time for filling out the form during the school day.  
  • Encourage Positive and Constructive Communication - Regularly include celebrations and student successes, not just concerns.  

Tips

  • Consistency is Key - Daily use provides more insights into student well-being and performance trends.  
  • Make it Personalized - Adapt the form to fit each student’s unique needs (e.g., adding visuals for non-readers).  
  • Be Concise, but Informative - Keep messages clear and actionable to encourage engagement from both teachers and families.  
  • Encourage Two-Way Communication - Remind families that their input is valued and helps shape better support strategies.  

Variations:  

  • Themed Weekly Updates - Focus on different communication topics each week (e.g., social interactions, academic highlights, emotional well-being).  
  • Emoji-Based Forms - Use simple visuals for students who struggle with verbal expression (e.g., 🙂, 😣, 😁 to rate their day).  
  • Video or Audio Updates - For students who benefit from multi-modal communication, teachers can record short updates through approved digital platforms.