We have reached the time when students have been with their current teacher for a quarter of the school year. Schools often schedule parent-teacher conferences during the month of November to discuss progress, successes and concerns regarding your child. I read an article in the Washington Post a few years back and feel it is important to share again as we head to our conferences. Make the most of your 20 minute slot and use the tips below to help guide the process!
Category Archives: Conferences
Lecture Series: Anxiety in Children
As an educator and parent, I have found the Lab School Lecture Series highly valuable. Next week, on September 28th, Dr. Daniel Pine will discuss Anxiety in Children. Dr. Pine will share three aspects of pediatric anxiety. First, he will describe what is known about the outcome of children with anxiety disorders when they are […]
Get The Most Out of Teacher-Parent Conferences
Last Year I came across this informative and practical article from The Washington Post by Lisa Heffernan. With so many parents attending conferences this week, I thought it was perfect timing to repost. Enjoy! Regards, Lori Solovey Owner, LS Tutors www.lstutors.com Lisa Heffernan is the author of three business books, including a New York Times […]
Report Cards and Conversations
For many students, the end of the first marking period is quickly approaching. Others are starting to receive midterm feedback from teachers. Regardless, students have been in school for over two months and just as they have gotten to know their teachers, their teachers have gotten to know them and are equipped to give feedback […]
Report Cards and Conferences
The end of the first marking period can ignite feelings of accomplishment and pride. It is a time for students to see that their efforts have led to success and an opportunity to set goals for the coming months. On the other hand, this first marking period can also lead to feelings of disappointment, frustration […]