Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences

Last Tuesday concluded our Fall Parent/Teacher conferences. After each fall and spring conference period, I ask our teachers to give me their conference parent attendance percentages. This year 98% of our K-4 parents attended their child's conference. This is an outstanding percentage, and it shows the dedication and interest of our parents in their
child's education!

Here are a few thoughts for parents "after the conference."
Talk to your child- Sit down with your child and tell him or her what you and the teacher discussed. Emphasize the positive things the teacher said.
Follow-up- If there were important issues that need to be dealt with, such as finding a tutor or permission for a social group with the school counselor or social worker, make sure to follow up with the teacher soon after the conference. Time is of the essence.
Follow through- Once you know what you can do to help your child succeed in school, make sure to actually do it. It's understandable that finding the time might be difficult, but remember your child needs you.
Take time to volunteer- Classroom teachers are always looking for parent volunteer assistance in the classroom. Your presence in your child's classroom will show them your dedication to their education.