Soon parents and teachers will be meeting to discuss the progress of students. How can you prepare? What should you expect from the teacher? What should the teacher expect from you?
Here are some thoughts:
- Before the conference make a list of concerns or questions. If you write them down, you won’t forget when you get there. Teachers do not mind if you come in with a list of questions.
- If you have a complaint with the teacher, make sure you say some nice things too. Teachers are real people who need to hear positive things not just the negative.
- Come in with a smile on your face. It will start the conference out on the right note.
- Be on time and if you cannot make it be sure to call and let the teacher know.
- Expect the teacher to give you some exact ways you can help your child at home. If the teacher does not, do ask.
- Expect the teacher to listen to your concerns and be positive about your child.
- Leave on a positive note and if you still have questions schedule another conference.
If you have any other ideas, please feel free to comment.