It is parent-teacher conference week at school. However, at our school, we teach the students to lead these meetings as well as they can. In my 4th grade classroom, my kids have practiced and use an agenda to keep things moving efficiently so that in a half-hour block, students can show their parents how well they're reading, writing, solving math problems, what they're learning in science, what their goals are, as well as give me time to discuss their report cards. Each minute is packed and I have many conferences scheduled back to back to back. Here are some Dos and Don'ts for parents...
- DO come on time! DO call if you're going to be late or not be able to come! Basic courtesy, people.
- DO know your child's grade level! It's embarrassing to admit you thought your kid was in the 3rd grade this whole time. True story.
- DON'T blame the current teacher for not holding back your kid last year when he didn't master those skills! It's not my fault!
- DO be happy when your kid earns good grades!
- DON'T come smelling like pot! Seriously?
Isn't it sad that the adults need a basic etiquette teacher? Here, have a *hug* to sustain you!
ReplyDeleteParent teacher meetings sound like hard work!
ReplyDeleteSeriously?! Who goes to any meeting smelling like pot?? Some people!
Your pink coat is gorgeous & I love your take on the inspiration xo
I love the sea of having kids attend and lead their own conferences! I teach 7th grade, and I have to BEG parents to even consider having their kids attend their own IEP meeting.
ReplyDeleteI think your SIA photo is just brilliant! and the bright pink coat is gorgeous, totally my cup of tea.
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Hahahha....oh my...I remember conferences fondly. My 'goals' were always some variation of staying organized and keeping my desk clean because I was always such a mess haha. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteOh my, reading your Do's and Don'ts kind of gave me a chuckle - you had parents show up smelling of pot? WOW.
ReplyDeleteI love your bright pink coat!
Oh my. I always felt that one of the most difficult things about being a teacher was dealing with the PARENTS!! Tho I have to admit that I usually had a glass of wine before back-to-school night. It was the other parents that drove me crazy!
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That's briliant the kids lead it. Ours are different. Each parent gets a 10minute slot with you the teacher and you share any concerns etc with them then. Books are out for them to look at. I missed you in Style imitating art, glad you made it now!!!
ReplyDeleteParent teacher time is so fun but very waring. Happy restful Thanksgiving to you. M
ReplyDeleteV, hot pink seems to be making its way back this season. I have seen it on many bloggers and what a great color on you. I can't believe that parents come in smelling like they had toked recently...shame on them unless they have cancer and it is for medicinal purposes. It must be frustrating at times and sad for the kids. Thank God they have a caring, smart, sweet teacher like you. dawn suitcase vignettes xo
ReplyDeleteoh wow! i don't know what to say about that last one. nice flowers like inspiration dear v. as a teacher, i just bet, you're awesome.
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