Copyright 2026 Nine Entertainment Co. Pty LimitedThe top News headlines from The Sydney Morning Herald. For all the news, visit https://www.smh.com.auhttps://www.smh.com.au/rss/lifestyle.xmlSydney Morning Herald - Lifestylehttps://www.smh.com.au/assets/icons/rss/smh.pngen-AUTue, 16 Jun 2026 04:30:31 +1000https://www.smh.com.au/rss/lifestyle.xmlTue, 16 Jun 2026 04:30:31 +1000Sydney Morning Herald - LifestyleLifestyle / Life & relationshipsKimberly GillanTeachers and parents can see different versions of the same child. Here’s how to communicate effectively.baa57d75-0b14-4f87-a42d-9b1a13409547https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/what-teachers-wish-the-parents-of-problem-children-knew-20260611-p605y7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_lifestyleMon, 15 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000What teachers wish the parents of ‘problem children’ knewLifestyle / Life & relationshipsRita GlennonCome on! Jump aboard! 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