In a recent WSJ article “Acing Parent-Teacher Conferences” you’ll find some tips for a productive parent-teacher conference:

Do Your Homework — How parents can get the most out of their 10 minutes:

• Ask your child to share concerns before you go.
• Bring written notes and questions.
• Tell the teacher about at-home issues that might be impacting your child’s academics.
• Don’t be antagonistic. View the teacher as your partner.
• If teacher uses jargon, ask for simple explanations and specifics about your child’s work.
• Keep the conversation focused on your child—not your childhood, the teacher’s workload or views on the curriculum.
• Discuss strategies you and the teacher can use to help your child. Write out common goals.
• Ask for follow-up emails and conversations.

We’re confident November conferences at The Montessori House will be informative and useful for parents and teachers.

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