School Conferences Offer
a
Chance to Support Your Child
October 27– November 31, is conference week. Parents
will be receiving an invitation to come to school and visit with your
child’s teacher. This is a great way to find out more about what
your child will be learning. You can share things about your child with
the teacher. You can also learn things that will help your child have
a successful school year.
Before your conference, jot down the things you want to know. Then you’ll
be sure to get the answers you need. Here are some examples:
How can I work with you? Teachers always need
help. If you can’t come to school, maybe you can help from home.
What can we do at home? Let the teacher know
you’ll support what goes on at school.
What will my child be expected to learn this year?
If this is the year that your child has to learn countries and their
capitals, you might want to buy a particular map or puzzle.
What is your policy on homework? Knowing there’s
always homework on Tuesday will help if your child says there isn’t
anything due the next day.
How will you measure my child’s progress?
Once you know how much those weekly math quizzes count, you’ll
probably make sure your child studies.
When and for what reasons should I contact the school?
Keeping the lines of communication open will help your child have a
better year.
What’s the best way to get in touch with you? Some
teachers love e-mail. Others will let you call them at home. Find out
what will work best.
