Templates & Scripts for Positive, Professional Interactions

Core Communication Principles

Email Templates

1. Requesting Progress Update

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Subject: Progress Update Request - [Student Name]

Dear [Teacher/Provider Name],

I hope this email finds you well. I appreciate your ongoing work with [Student Name] and wanted to check in on their progress with [specific goal/skill]. I've noticed [specific observation] at home, and I'd love to hear your perspective on how things are going in the classroom.

Could you please share:

Thank you for your time and dedication to [Student Name]'s success.

Best regards, [Your Name]

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2. Requesting Meeting

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Subject: IEP Team Check-in Request - [Student Name]

Dear [Case Manager Name],

Happy [day of the week]! I appreciate your ongoing work with [Student Name] and I would like to schedule a team meeting to discuss [his/her/their] progress and planning. Some specific topics I'd like to address include:

I'm available during these times:

Please let me know which time works best for the team or suggest alternative times.

Thank you for helping coordinate this discussion.

Best regards, [Your Name]

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3. Requesting Evaluation

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Subject: Evaluation Request - [Student Name]

Dear [Administrator/Special Education Director],

I am writing to formally request a comprehensive evaluation for [Student Name] to assess [specific concerns/areas]. I have observed the following:

I look forward to receiving the assessment plan and discussing next steps.

Thank you for your attention to this request.

Best regards, [Your Name]

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4. Following Up After Discussion

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Subject: Follow-up: [Student Name] - [Meeting Date]

Dear [Team Member Names],

Thank you for meeting with me today to discuss [Student Name]'s progress. I appreciate everyone's thoughtful input and collaboration.

To confirm my understanding, here are the key points and next steps we discussed:

  1. Current Status:
  2. Action Items:
  3. Follow-up Timeline:

Please let me know if I've missed anything or if any adjustments are needed.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting [Student Name].

Best regards, [Your Name]

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Conversation Templates

Initial Teacher Conference