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Olson, Myrna R. – Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Problems, 1994
Notes five ways that teachers can help students in single-parent families. Advises teachers to make no assumptions; teach about differences; facilitate parental connections to the school; share good news with parents; and alter written communications and record keeping. Discusses how to implement each of these strategies. (NB)
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Family Structure, One Parent Family