10 Tips for a Successful Parent-Teacher Conference

Before attending your next parent-teacher night FamilyEducation.com has the following adivice to make sure you are prepared for your parent-teacher conference meeting.

1. Develop 5 Questions Specific To Your Child

2. Make a list of positives and negatives your child is having

3. Introduce yourself to the teacher, and let the teacher know where you can be reached.

4. Ask questions. What is the class going to cover this year, and how can I help? What can we do at home to help?

5. Say a few words about your child's special interests and positive qualities, but you don't have to go into every dark secret. Your child may behave differently with this teacher; talking about negative qualities at this stage could put those expectations in a new teacher's mind.

6. Volunteer to help out. Let the teacher and the principal know when you're available. You could help chaperone a field trip, read to kids for an hour a week, or print the class newsletter on your home computer. But don't bite off more than you really have time for. Be consistent. Be someone the teacher can count on.

For more information on all Parent-Teacher Conference issues from social difficulties to conflicts with the teacher visit the Parent-Teacher Confernece Kit

More Parenting Information on Parent Teacher Conferences

Useful content on the web for parents and teachers a like aimed at creating an ideal parent-teacher conference. From Tips to Top 10 Lists all are listed below;

The Parent-Teacher Conference: 5 Must Ask Questions: In order to help your kids have a successful school year, you need to know what is expected of them, academically, from now until June.

You can find out by asking some questions. Take this list with you to your next parent-teacher conference. And don't forget to take notes.
NEA: How to make Parent Teacher Conferences Work for your Child: Tips of having a successfull parent teacher conference.
Tips for Avoiding Parent Teacher Conflicts: With over twenty years of experience as a teacher and a school administrator, Dr. Kyle Pruett knows a thing or two about parent-teacher conflicts. Here are some ideas for parents to help them avoid the pitfalls.
Parent-Teacher Conference Guide: So many questions, so little time! The average parent-teacher conference lasts only 20 minutes. Choose your situation and get a custom list of questions to ask the teacher.
Parent-Teacher Conference Kit: So many questions, so little time

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Share your own Parent-Teacher Conference Experiences

Share with us your positivie, negative, and funny parent-teacher conference experiences

As we learn one anothers experiences we all can be better prepared for our next parent-teacher conference. Not to mention the fun associated with hearing someone else's horror stories about the parent-teacher conference that went sour immediately.

dnyren

My last parent-teacher conference went very well. The teacher was very organized and clearly had a good understanding as to whom my child was and what areas he needed to focus on.

Posted September 20, 2006

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10 Tips for a Successful Parent-Teacher Conference

How to Prepare and Ask the Right Questions in Your Parent Teacher Conference

Ask your child if there is anything that he would like you to discuss with the teacher.
Arrive promptly or a few minutes early.
Jot down everything that you want to talk about at the conference.
Begin with positive comments about the teacher or classroom.
Avoid lengthy discussions of topics that are not related to the purpose of the conference.
Be open-minded to suggestions from the teacher.
Keep your emotions under control.
Take notes about what has been discussed to share with your child.
Express appreciation for the conference.
Do not stay beyond your allotted time.