5 tips for Parent Teacher Conferences

 

Following progress reports are parent teacher conferences. You will most likely have two parent teacher conferences to review your child’s progress. One will be during the first half of the school-year and the second closer to the end. It is very important for you to attend these meetings and to know where your child stands. These conferences can sometimes go by so fast you forget what you should be focusing on. Not to worry, we have a few tips for you to help you prepare during your child’s parent teacher conference.

 

1. Talk to your child: ask your child how school is going and truly listen to what s/he has to say. Your child may have concerns you can speak to his teacher about or can also share some of his/her frustrations as well as getting to know what your child feels his/her strengths are.

 

2. Make a list: Write down three things you want to discuss. Possibly three questions or whatever you would want to be addressed at your child’s conference. Don’t forget to also address the positive things during this time.

 

3. If your child is on an IEP: check for progress your child has made. If there are areas that are still of concern you can always check to see which of his accommodations are being used.

4. What can you do? Ask your child’s teacher for ways in which you can support what your child is learning from home. You might be able to incorporate their curriculum into your daily lives.

5. Stay Updated: If you feel you would like more than a twice per year update, figure out what works for you and your child’s teacher. Maybe you could request progress reports to be sent to you more often.

Conferences with your child’s teacher are a good way to know how your child is doing academically, socially, and with their behavior as well. Take this time to learn information about your child as a student. This insight is great for the development of a proper IEP for children. If you are not sure your child is making progress or you are concerned give us a call!