Classroom websites allow teachers to take advantage of the power of the web to:

•      Keep parents informed of upcoming events through calendars and online announcements.

•      Keep parents informed of student assignments and responsibilities.

•      Provide an easy way for teacher/parent communication through e-mail links.

•      Provide a way for relatives and family members to stay in touch with the class, no matter how far away they live.

•      Encourage students to take pride in their work since it will be viewed by a worldwide audience.

•      Offer a way to reward students for hard work by listing their accomplishments on the Internet.

•      Provide a way for parents and other people to e-mail teachers using links within the web page. Encourage use of technology by students and parents at home.

•      Allow students a way to publish their work so that anyone with Internet access can view it.