Tip #39 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley & Trombly) - Conferences with Teachers
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #39 Conferences What we anticipate seldom occurs; what we least expected generally happens. ~Benjamin Disraeli It begins before school even starts. You and your child are full of questions about the upcoming school year. By now, some of those questions have answered themselves as the days rolled by, but in their place, most likely, are new questions and concerns. If you have a question that absolutely can’t wait, of course it is best to call, write to, or visit your child’s teacher. Many specific questions about your child can and should wait until her teacher has had time to get to know her and she has time to discuss her with you in depth. For instance, you may want to know what your child’s ...