I have always found humor in the saying in this cartoon. Please know It is not because I believe kids do not tell the truth, but because stories and situations always have multiple perspectives. Granted most of the time a child's perspective is the most entertaining, we must remember it may or may not always include all of the details or circumstances.
Parent Teacher Conferences are quickly approaching and will be held on Thursday, September 20th. You should have received a sign-up form for conferences with your child's teacher. I urge you to make an appointment with your child's teacher even if you have zero concerns and especially if you have many concerns. Taking the time to meet with your child's teacher, demonstrates to your child that you value their education and that parents and teachers are a team working together for the success of your child. If September 20th does not work for you, contact your child's teacher and let them know. Our teachers are always willing to make schedule adjustments because your kids are our top priority.
Parent-Teacher Conferences sometimes make parents nervous because they do not know what to say or they are scared of what the teacher may or may not say about the child. Below are some tips to help you prepare for your conference.
Before Conference:
- Ask your child how s/he feels about school.
- Ask your child if there is anything s/he wants you to talk about with the teacher.
- Tell your child that you and the teacher are meeting because you both care about him/her.
Questions to Ask During Conference:
- What are my child's strongest and weakest areas?
- Does my child complete work in a timely manner?
- Does my child ask questions?
- Does my child participate in class
- Does my child seem happy at school?
- What can I do to help my child?
After the Conference:
- Talk about the conference with your child.
- Talk about the positive points and about areas that need improvement.
- Tell the child about any plans you and the teacher created.
- Keep in touch with the teacher during the school year.
I truly hope the above tips help you feel comfortable meeting with your child's teacher. At Perry Central, our staff cares about each of our students and we value partnerships with our parents. We have all heard the saying, "It takes a village to raise a child." Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your village!
