Having students write and publish their own newsletters is a great way to integrate reading and writing, infuse technology, and build home/school relationships. These newsletters can be used to keep parents informed of what is being taught in class, important test dates, homework and project due dates, and any other information you'd like to share. Involving students in the creation of the newsletters increases their feeling of ownership and reduces the chances that the newsletter will end up in a wastebasket or forgotten in a locker.