41. The Center: Surviving Parent/Teacher Conferences Surviving parent teacher conferences. What can you do to help ensure that your parentteacherconference is a positive meeting, benefiting all participants? http://www.naspcenter.org/parents/ptconf.html

Surviving Parent Teacher Conferences Oh, that favorite time of year .... conference time. They flow on a continuum from a public affirmation of achievement to a humiliating rake over the coals. Indeed, they can be the "good, the bad and the ugly". What can you do to help ensure that your parent-teacher conference is a positive meeting, benefiting all participants? (Remember, positive does not mean that some bad news will not be shared.) Some helpful hints from Solve Your Child's School Related Problems edited by Michael Martin and Cynthia Waltman-Greenwood follow. Plan Your Conference Ahead Be prepared. Review (and write lists) of what you want to know and what you want to say. Here are some questions you might consider asking: Is my child performing at grade level? ...especially in the core subject areas of math? reading? and writing? Has my child taken any achievement, intelligence or aptitude tests in the past year? If yes, what do the scores mean?

42. Tips/Parent Teacher Conferences Home Tips parent teacher conferences, Visit Network Sites A It.Share your tips for parent teacher conferences click here! http://atozteacherstuff.com/Tips/Parent_Teacher_Conferences/

A to Z Teacher Stuff ~ Teacher Resources, Lesson Plans, Themes, Tips, Printables, and more advertise click here to join 20,000+ Download Teacher home themes lessons ... Tips : Parent Teacher Conferences Visit Network Sites ... A to Z Teacher Stuff Store.atozteacherstuff.com LessonPlanz.com SearchEducation EduBanners TIPS INDEX featured . . . Organization Parent Involvement Homework Classroom Jobs ... Bulletin Boards CLICK TO FIND ALL TIPS: Attendance/Lunch Back-to-School Bathroom Procedures Bulletin Boards ... Teaching Strategies Parent Teacher Conferences Add a tip to this category Teacher-Tested Tips: Conference Scheduling Submitted by: Amanda Post (A to Z Teacher Stuff), Kindergarten When it comes to scheduling, I send home a form with students outlining all the time slots available for conferences. I instruct the parents to mark their top 3 preferences with a 1, 2, and 3, and to put an X on any times that will NOT work. Once all parents have returned the forms, I can put together a schedule that works for everyone. I can schedule in breaks for myself where needed, and accommodate parents' needs at the same time. Rate It Parent/Teacher Conference Ideas Submitted by: ChristyF Originally posted at the Discussion Forums I do the music also, and I will have a few candles burning (usually something like vanilla, soft, in case of allergies). I try to always have something to give the parents, an article on study skills, a fun way to read together at home, etc. I also always keep notes of the meeting as well as having a spare notebook for them to write in if they want. That way they see how important I take the meeting.

43. ED433965 1999-09-00 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Suggestions For Parents. ERIC Di parentteacher conferences sometimes become a cause for concern for everyone involved. parent-teacherconferences Suggestions for parents. ERIC Digest. http://www.ericfacility.net/databases/ERIC_Digests/ed433965.html

ERIC Identifier: Publication Date: Author: Clark, Ann-Marie Source: ERIC Clearinghouse on Elementary and Early Childhood Education Champaign IL. Parent-Teacher Conferences: Suggestions for Parents. ERIC Digest. THIS DIGEST WAS CREATED BY ERIC, THE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ERIC, CONTACT ACCESS ERIC 1-800-LET-ERIC PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATION If children are experiencing problems at school, it is important for parents and teachers to share the responsibility for creating a working relationship that fosters children's learning and development. Teachers can encourage open communication by letting parents know when they are available and how they may be contacted, inviting parents to participate in classroom activities, and eliciting parents' concerns and interests prior to a scheduled conference. Parents can introduce themselves early in the school year, letting the teacher know when and how they can be reached and asking how they can begin to become involved in classroom and school activities. Open and frequent communication between parents and teachers helps to ensure that the issues raised in parent-teacher conferences do not catch anyone by surprise. Both parents and teachers benefit from being well prepared in advance of the meeting so that the meeting is less emotionally charged and takes place in a trusting atmosphere. Assuring parents of confidentiality also helps maintain trust. It may be helpful for both teachers and parents to keep in mind that for many parents, it is a fundamental part of the parenting role to be their child's strongest advocate (Katz, 1995).

44. Parent/Teacher Conferences parentteacher conferences. helpful National Education Association How to Make parent-teacher conferences Work for Your Child ; http://www.asdk12.org/calendar/tips.asp

Site Index Site Options Contact Us Search for: Schools Departments About ASD School Board ... myASD Parent-Teacher Conferences Schedule Tips Other Resources Schedule for April 5-9, 2004 Elementary conferences: Elementary schools will follow regular hours (9:00 – 3:30) on Monday and Tuesday, April 5th and 6th Date Notes Wednesday, April 7 Dismissal at 12:30 and conferences in the afternoon Thursday, April 8 Dismissal at 12:30 and conferences in the afternoon Friday, April 9 In-service day - no school for students Middle School conferences: Middle schools will follow regular hours on Monday and Tuesday, April 5th and 6th Date Notes Wednesday, April 7 Dismissal at 10-:45a Conferences at 11:30a-3:00p and 4:00-7:00-p Thursday, April 8 Regular school day Friday, April 9 In-service day - no school for students High School report card distribution: Date Notes Thursday, April 8 Student dismissal 10:15 Friday, April 9 In-service day - no school for students Tips Conferences offer an opportunity for you to find out how your children are getting along with classmates, how they are progressing in school and what you can do at home to build on strengths and overcome challenges. Parents will have scheduled conferences with elementary teachers. At the middle school and high school levels, time with each teacher will be brief, but parent participation is an important way you can show support and schedule an individual conference if needed. The following questions will help guide your teacher conference and (with some minor changes) can be used for students at all levels:

45. Tips For Parent Conferences If it would make you upset with a teacher, don t say it The parent should feel comfortable gladyou re here. (Not a bad way to start the conference.); Be prepared http://www.learnnc.org/newlnc/newteach.nsf/0/502603C6A98802B785256C8D007239BE?Op

46. Survival Guide: Parent Teacher Conferences. New Member Resources. New York State If you have access to a camera, take photos of your students to use on aseating chart or to jog your memory before parentteacher conferences. http://www.nysut.org/newmember/survival_conferences.html

HOME New Member Resources WHAT EVERY NEW MEMBER SHOULD KNOW Table of Contents Welcome / About NYSUT Constituency Listing Collective Bargaining ... Dues SURVIVAL GUIDE Table of Contents Certification Protecting Yourself Project SAVE (Safe Schools) ... Tips for SRPs GLOSSARY Keep up with the acronyms and jargon E-MAIL TIPS Receive monthly advice from veteran NYSUT members. LINKS NYSUT.org resources and more Internet sites AFT CONSTITUENCY RESOURCES PreK-12 School Related Professionals Higher Education Healthcare Parent Teacher Conference Dos and Don'ts Survival Guide: What Every New Member Should Know DO always greet parents warmly at the door. Plan and create an inviting environment. Accompany parents to a place where you can sit together and converse comfortably. Some teachers opt to group chairs in a semi-circle near a table or other surface where they can share student work. (And make sure the chairs are big enough!) DON'T summon parents into the classroom and direct them to sit in front of your desk. Parents may be anxious or fearful about meeting with you, a key authority figure in their child's life. If you distance yourself, put them in a subservient position, or appear to condescend, you're undercutting the chances of a successful meeting. DO start the meeting by showing that you care and know something positive about their child. Summarize the student's strengths before raising problems. Of course, if you have a heavy student load, it can be hard to get to know each child well by early fall conferences. Three hints:

47. 'Ten Tips For The Parent-teacher Conference' - New York Teacher 10.07.98 7, 1998 Ten things you should never do in a parentteacher conference New teachersare understandably nervous about their first parent-teacher conferences. http://www.nysut.org/newyorkteacher/backissues/1998-1999/981007parentconference.

Where you can get more info New York State United Teachers and its national affiliate, the American Federation of Teachers, offer a variety of materials to help teachers enlist parents in the educational process. "Helping Your Child Succeed in School" is a 52-page booklet of practical suggestions and fun activities parents can use to help their children do well in school. The book is part of a series co-published by AFT and the U.S. Department of Education. Others include "Helping your Child Learn Responsible Behavior," "Helping Your Child Learn Math" and "Helping Your Child Learn to Read." Booklets cost $1 each, but are available to local unions for 65 cents a copy for quantities of 10 or more. Mail prepaid orders to Order Department, AFT, 555 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. NYSUT offers a series of free parent guides, including "Parents As Reading Partners," "Teaming Up on School Discipline," and "Your Child - Middle School Years." Write to: NYSUT Publications, 800 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, New York, 12110-2455 . See also: 'Union course offers strategies, tips'

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49. Parent Conferences Tips for Successful parentteacher conferences. Throughout the teacherconferences. Why are parent teacher conferences important? http://www.gecdsb.on.ca/sub/schools/elem/kps/parent_conferences.htm

Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences parent_conferences.htm following the distribution of report cards. In order for the conferences to be valuable, it is important that parents understand that these are opportunities to give and receive information about their child. Here are some tips that you can share to help parents prepare for successful parent-teacher conferences. Why are parent teacher conferences important? As a parent, what should you do to prepare for a parent-teacher conference? Talk to your child beforehand. Have a good understanding of the expectations of the teacher, the curriculum, homework assignments and any issues that you should raise with the teacher. Be prepared to share specific examples if you have concerns about any aspect of the classroom or program. Share approaches that have worked for you when dealing with your child that the teacher might find useful. Put together a list of things you would like to find out from the teacher such as services and programs the school offers, discipline policies, how your child will be assessed and graded, homework expectations of the teacher, or extra curricular activities that your child can take part in. What can you expect to learn in a parent-teacher conference?

50. Re: Teacher-parent Conferences Re teacherparent conferences. Messages in This Thread. Re teacher-parentconferences Elizabeth Brogan 1/12/2004, 1756 pm http://cgi.scsr.nevada.edu/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/sedgwick/elementary_ed?read=316

51. Parent Conferences Make the Most of parentteacher conferences. Communication between parents andteachers is vital to help children reach their full potential in learning. http://www.iusd.k12.ca.us/mp/policies/conferences.htm

Parent Conferences A helpful list of questions From the National Association of Gifted Children Student Expectations (dress code, school rules, discipline, zero tolerance) School Procedures IUSD Internet Policy Media/Web Permission Form ... Music Guidelines Approximately one month after school begins, parents are formally invited to meet with their child’s teacher to mutually specify goals for their child for the year and to receive an initial progress update. We encourage parents to schedule a conference any time they feel there is a need during the year. Optional follow-up conferences are scheduled at the beginning of the third trimester for students in grades K through six. These reports are indications of the student’s progress and are used to supplement information that is provided on the report card. Make the Most of Parent-Teacher Conferences Communication between parents and teachers is vital to help children reach their full potential in learning. Often busy schedules limit the time that parents and teachers can share information, so making the most of opportunities such as conferences becomes even more important. The editors of Parenting for High Potential, a new magazine published by the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), have compiled the following list of questions to help parents prepare for conferences with their children's teachers.

52. NAGC - List Of 10 Questions For Parent Teacher Conference Featured Article Excerpt PHP December 1996 Home School Report How to MakeParentteacher conferences Worthwhile and Productive by Arlene R. DeVries. http://www.nagc.org/new/listof10.htm

Featured Article Excerpt PHP December 1996 "How to Make Parent-Teacher Conferences Worthwhile and Productive " by Arlene R. DeVries Parent-teacher conferences provide excellent opportunities for home and school to unite in an effort to enrich a child's social and academic growth. Teachers bring expertise in content areas, curriculum planning, classroom organization, and student motivation. Parents have unique insights about their child's needs, aspirations, interests, and aptitudes. The challenge lies in discovering the best way for you and your child's teachers to communicate and implement appropriate enrichment experiences. A portion of this article has been provided on the web. To obtain a copy of the full article please contact NAGC Before the Conference, Educate Yourself Know School Policies Know State and Local Guidelines for Gifted Programs Know Your Child At the Conference, Use Posititve Communication Techniques

53. Parent Conferences parent/teacher conferences are an important element in reporting student progressto parents. parents and teachers should schedule meetings in advance. http://www.falconer.wnyric.org/parent_conferences.htm

Attendance Code of Conduct Concerns/Complaints Discipline Code ... FCS Home Parent/Teacher conferences are an important element in reporting student progress to parents. Parents and teachers should schedule meetings in advance. Parents may initiate a conference by calling the Guidance Office or making an appointment directly with the teacher. When a parent requests a conference with a teacher, the teacher will make every effort to arrange a mutually convenient time. Such conferences will be planned around the teacher’s schedule so as not to interfere with class time. Comments or Suggestions?... webpage@falcon.wnyric.org

54. Making The Most Of Your Parent/Teacher Conference Making the Most of Your parent/teacher Conference. parent/teacher conferences area valuable opportunity for parents to get involved in their child s education. http://www.huntingtonlearning.com/p-conference.php

navigator.appVersion.indexOf("Mac") != -1) ? document.write("") : document.write("") (navigator.appVersion.indexOf("Mac") != -1) ? document.write('') : document.write('') Making the Most of Your Parent/Teacher Conference Parent/teacher conferences are a valuable opportunity for parents to get involved in their child's education. In addition to the grades on a child's report card, meeting with the child's teacher can give you a realistic measure of his or her performance in school. Use the following questions as a guideline to get the most out of your next parent/teacher conference: How is my child's classroom behavior? Listening and following directions, focusing attention on the task at hand, completing assignments on time, putting forth their best effort, and working with others are important skills that children should be learning in the classroom each day. In addition, ask about how your child gets along with other children. Is your child easily distracted? Does he or she cooperate with others? Can he or she work well independently? By asking these questions, parents can learn more about their child's attitude toward school, as well as his or her academic skills. As a parent, is there anything I can tell you about my child that may help you be more successful as a teacher?

55. Should Students Attend Parent Teacher Conferences? Should Students Attend parent teacher conferences? Our fourth graderwill be asked to attend our parent/teacher conferences this year. http://www.parentsoup.com/elementary/ed/qas/0,,203904_225631,00.html

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56. Parent Conferences Of course, while parent conferences can be one of the most helpful techniquesin a teacher s bag of tricks, we also know that sometimes they can be a http://www.mea-mft.org/assist/conferences.html

Parent Conferences Tips for more successful parent conferences Communicating with parents is one of the most important things we do as teachers. When we can work together with a child's parents toward common goals, we improve the atmosphere for learning. Most successful teacher-parent "teams" begin with a conference; usually one conducted before there's a real need to meet. Of course, while parent conferences can be one of the most helpful techniques in a teacher's "bag of tricks," we also know that sometimes they can be a discouraging waste of timeor even turn into ugly confrontations. Here are some tips to help make your parent conferences productive and successful: Invite both parents. Encourage both parents to attend conferences when possible. Misunderstandings are less common if both parents hear what you have to say, and you'll be able to gauge the kind of support both parents give the child. (Of course, remember that both mother and father may not be available. Many children live in single-parent homes. And, even with two parents, both parents often work outside the home. So be careful not to unwittingly hurt a child's feelings by assuming the availability of parents based on a father-at-work and mother-at home family.)

57. Talking To Your Child's Preschool Teacher parentteacher conferences Most preschools schedule two or three meetings duringthe year to discuss a child s developmental and behavioral progress. http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/learning/talk_to_preschool_teacher_p2.html

KidsHealth Parents Positive Parenting Parent-Teacher Conferences Most preschools schedule two or three meetings during the year to discuss a child's developmental and behavioral progress. Typically, these conferences are 30 to 45 minutes long and cover a child's play style and social, language, cognitive, and physical development. It's important to participate in these conferences because it helps you understand your growing child and shows your interest and cooperation. If your work schedule prohibits attendance, ask if you might schedule a meeting after school hours or over the telephone. A teacher-parent conference should be the time for listening and communicating openly. If your child's teacher has prepared a formal report for the meeting, let him or her go through the report before asking questions. Communication problems may occur if you don't seem willing to listen to the entire report. Try not to become defensive if negative issues are raised in the report because this may make the teacher hesitant to discuss any problems for fear of confrontation. Try to ask direct and focused questions, with the assumption that any problems raised in the report are ones that can be solved. Because of the limited time of most parent-teacher conferences, however, it might be useful to schedule a future time when any troublesome issues can be discussed more fully.

58. Parent Teacher Conferences - TeachersFirst parentteacher conferences A guide for parents. http://www.teachersandfamilies.com/open/parent/parent-tchr1.cfm

Parent-Teacher Conferences A guide for parents Introduction School Contributions Parent Contributions Preparing for a Conference ... Download a Printable Adobe Acrobat version of the "parent tips." Working Together Home and school-everyone shares the goal of helping children learn and feel successful. Research has proven that when parents and teachers work together, everyone benefits: students tend to earn higher grades, perform better on tests, attend school more regularly, have better behavior, and show more positive attitudes toward themselves and toward school. School programs that include strong parent involvement are more effective! Yet, collaboration between parents and teachers is not always a smooth process. Parent involvement in children's education goes beyond contributing cookies to class parties or attending PTA meetings. To be effective, parent involvement has to be a partnership between the family and the school to assure that children are learning to the best of their ability, that they feel safe and supported, and that their parents feel well informed and involved in making decisions that affect their child's school experience. At the same time, a strong home-school partnership means teachers perceive that parents are concerned about their children's education and promote positive attitudes toward school and learning.

59. KNEA - Tips Quality Teaching - Suggestions For Successful Parent Conferences Return to Top. Key Concepts Successful parentteacher conferences are the resultof careful planning. parents are people, too. Make them feel comfortable. http://www.knea.org/teachers/teacher_tips/parentconferences.htm

Kansas National Education Association Search the KNEA Web site Reading Circle Catalog Teacher License Information National Board Certification KPERS Update ... Contact KNEA Teacher Tips Suggestions for Successful Parent Conferences Students learn best when parents are involved in their children's schools. When parents and teachers work together, students achieve higher test scores and grades, demonstrate positive behavior and attitudes - resulting in improved long-term academic achievement. At the beginning of the school year, take the opportunity to make personal contact with parents. This can be accomplished through a letter of introduction, telephone conversation or newsletter. The parent-teacher conference is an opportunity to involve parents in the education of their children. The key to a successful conference lies in good communication and careful planning. Return to Top Key Concepts: Successful parent-teacher conferences are the result of careful planning.

60. Vermont-NEA: Parent-Teacher Conferences Making parentteacher conferences Work for Your Child. It s conferencetime! parents and teachers like to meet from time to time http://www.vtnea.org/vtnea13.htm

Home Who We Are Opportunities for Educators Advice for Parents ... Support for Kids Making Parent-Teacher Conferences Work for Your Child It's conference time! Parents and teachers like to meet from time to time to discuss how to help students do their best in school. Children develop in different ways. They have their own individual personalities, and their own listening and work habits. You are important To help their students learn, teachers must know as much as they can about each child. No one knows more about your child than you, the parent. And no one has more influence over your child than you. This is why teachers need your help to do a first-class job. Working together, you and the teacher can help your child have a successful school year. Here are some things to keep in mind... Be there on time. Start the conference right: Be there on time, and plan not to run over the short amount of time that has been set aside. Work together. Conferences are successful when both teachers and parents work as partners to help children make progress. Talk to your children.

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