The first day of the 2026-2027 school year is August 25th for Montgomery County Public Schools and Prince George’s County Public Schools. Some parents will be sending their children to school from separate homes. It is important for parents to be on the same page regarding the child’s education, health and general welfare. Each Parent is entitled receive communication from the child’s school by email and through the student’s designated portal. It is important for parents to ensure that they receive information regarding back-to-school night, teacher’s conferences, important assignment deadlines, and test dates. Although schools don’t get in the middle of custody matters, administrators should be aware that the child’s parents reside in separate residences. Each parent should update their contact information at the beginning of a school year. If the child is attending a different school, it is important that the parent becomes acquainted with the child’s new teachers and other school staff.
If one parent becomes aware that the other parent is not receiving important information, he or she should notify the school of the parent’s updated contact information. It is also a good idea that the parents have a parenting app to communicate about the child’s upcoming school activities.
Examples of parenting APPs are as follows:
Most parenting Apps charge a fee however there are still some free plans. The Apps will also ensure that all communications are in one place. If there is no agreement for the parents to use a parenting App, having a joint Google calendar dedicated to the child’s or children’s school and extracurricular activities is also an option.
Other Co-parenting issues might include pick up and drop off of the children at school. Participating in teacher conferences either together or separately. If the child has an IEP or 504 plan, each parent should be available to participate on behalf of the child.
If the parents have a shared custody schedule, each parent should have academic supplies for the child in his/her home. This would ensure that the child or children are not required to carry books and school supplies between the two homes.
The objective of co-parenting is to serve the best interest of the child or children. In order to ensure that the student has a successful academic career, it is important for the parents to communicate. If you have a need for an attorney to represent you in a matter involving custody of a school aged child, the Law Office of Lynndolyn Mitchell PC is exceptionally qualified to represent you in your matter.
