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I teach high school math, and I really like to have email addresses for all parents/guardians. It is the most efficient and convenient method of communication. I ask for email addresses on the first day of school paperwork and I try to send out a general welcome email within the first couple of weeks. Make sure all her teachers have your email address and can contact you if needed.
I am always willing to respond to parent check-ups on kids. I have seen good results when parents are actively involved in what goes on at school. They can back up the teacher on issues like study skills and discipline. I don't advise emailing constantly, but an occasional (every couple of weeks) check is great. If the kid knows she can't get away with anything, there won't be many problems.
Some of the answers above me mentioned trust issues as a reason for not checking. I disagree. If you check up on her and every time you check, you get a good report, it will build your trust in her and you will be more willing to allow her to have other freedoms. You are not there to be her best friend, you have to be the responsible adult, and it is your job to make sure she does what she is supposed to do.
It will probably make her mad if you do that b/c if would embarass her. after all she's a sophmore. =) i'm a senior in highschool this year and i know how i would feel. She'll be fine. you just have to get into a routine of things.
if you trust her it shouldn't be a problem & you don't need to constantly check up on her with her teachers. remember, she's getting older so she has to learn from her mistakes. you can only guide her as best you can, but don't be too overprotective.
on the first day of school she will bring home forms for you to fill out about your contact information so the school will know that you are the person to talk to if there is a problem. support her and be there for her but don't crowd her and be toooo involved with her school life. you are important in this process, but every one values their independence. there will be a happy medium that you two will have to establish.
don't worry, you will be great.
I'm also going into 10th grade. I thhink one of the worst things to do is email her teachers! My parents did that last year, and I lost my trust in them for not trusting me. If there is a problem later on, then you can start emailing them. Also most teachers get information sheets that you put your email on.
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