In an effort to give all parents an opportunity to visit with their child's teacher(s) the school system has established March 14, 2013 (1:00-7:00 p.m.) as the High School Parent Conference date and April 11, 2013 (1:00-7:00 p.m.) as the Elementary/Middle Grades Parent Conference date. Teachers are available for conferences so parents will have an opportunity to schedule a conference with their child's teacher. Parents may also schedule a teacher conference at other times during the year. If you would like to schedule a parent conference, please contact your child's school.
Parent Conference Tips
10 Good Questions for Parents to Ask:
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How well does my child get along with classmates?
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What aspect of school does he/she appear to enjoy the most?
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What are my child's best and worst subjects?
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Has my child completed assignments regularly?
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Does he/she willingly participate in class activities?
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Do you think my child is doing his/her best?
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Does my child follow directions?
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Have you noticed any changes in his/her behavior during the year?
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What tests has my child had or will my child have?
What do the test scores tell about my child's progress?
How does my child handle taking tests?
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Does my child need help in any academic area or need to be referred to school specialists?
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Ask your most important question first.
Source: N.C. School Counselor Association |
Getting Ready for Parent Conferences
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Make a list of things to tell the teacher. You might share your child's home responsibilities, difficulties in school, special medical needs, etc.
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Let your child know that you plan to have a conference with the teacher and ask if there is something he/she would like discussed. Let your child know you will discuss the outcomes of the conference together.
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Ask the teacher for an outline of what will be covered in your child's grade or subject area.
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Ask questions about how your child is graded and what factors are considered in the final grade.
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Plan with the teacher on how both of you can help your child be successful.
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Source: N.C. Department of Public Instruction |
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