Parent/Teacher Conference is a special opportunity for both you and your child’s teacher. (Your teacher will let you know if your student should also attend the conference.) Below are some helpful tips for you:
Before you go:
- Think about what you want to discuss with the teacher and jot down some notes.
- Share special interests about your child with the teacher.
- Share information about your child so the teacher can have a better understanding about your child.
- Ask your child what you might discuss with the teacher or if there is anything in particular that your child wants you to tell the teacher.
At the Conference:
- Arrive on time.
- Silence your cell phone
- The teacher will be prepared to tell you about your child’s schoolwork. Here are some questions you might want to ask: In what subject does my child do well? What needs improvement? What can I do at home to help?
- Ask questions about any part of the school program (homework, recess, test results, etc.)
- Bring paper to jot down notes so you don’t forget.
- Be aware that other parents are waiting for their conference. Leave promptly when your conference ends.
When you get home:
- Tell your child something good that the teacher said about him/her.
- Share information with your spouse if they were unable to attend.
- Keep communicating with the teacher throughout the year.