In this article, the authors offer offer five key strategies for developing a mutually supportive relationship with the teacher of your gifted child: (1) Share information about how your child thinks, feels, learns best, and any specifics that will help the teacher understand and support your child's learning needs at school; (2) Approach the partnership with respect; (3) Appreciate teachers' attempts to meet the needs of all their students; (4) Clear communication is critical, but time is a premium for teachers as they also have responsibilities beyond those in the classroom; and (5) Please don't fuel a fire! Be very careful not to spread misinformation.